Breonna Jones is 16 years old, 5'4", and weighs 93 lb. She was admitted to an inpatient medical unit 2 days ago after collapsing at the local high school. Her parents knew she was skinny and had lost weight in the past few months, but had no idea that her life was in danger. The medical team has instituted treatment for anorexia nervosa. As you develop Breonna's nursing plan of care, you take into consideration the four major biological molecules that are building blocks of all cells
-The structure of proteins is complex and unique,and only specific molecules can interact with their surface features.The natural shape of each protein is termed the native state.When proteins are exposed to heat,acid,or alcohol,their shape is disrupted and they become nonfunctional or ________.

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Denaturation is the disruption of a protein's natural shape, resulting in loss of function. This can occur due to exposure to various conditions such as heat, acid, or alcohol.

Breonna Jones Is 16 Years Old, 5'4", and Weighs 93