Bernard has been suffering from a viral infection for over a week.As a result of the illness,he has a fever and has lost his appetite.Based on this information,his body is in ____ nitrogen balance.

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A negative nitrogen balance occurs when there is more nitrogen being excreted from the body than is being ingested or utilized. This can occur during times of illness or fasting, as proteins and amino acids are broken down for energy. Loss of appetite and fever (which increases metabolic rate) can further contribute to a negative nitrogen balance.

Bernard Has Been Suffering from a Viral Infection for Over