Question

1. what is the purpose of checking nitrogen balance? it can indicate adequate or inadequate protein consumption. it is useful in diagnosing frailty and sarcopenia. it can measure impaired inflammatory response. it indicates whether the person has muscle depletion.

Explanation:

Nitrogen is a major component of proteins. Nitrogen balance measures the difference between nitrogen intake and nitrogen excretion. A positive nitrogen balance indicates adequate protein intake for growth or repair, while a negative one may suggest inadequate protein consumption.

Answer:

It can indicate adequate or inadequate protein consumption.