Clinical Scenario: Breonna Jones is 16 years old, 5’4”, and…
Clinical Scenario: 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 nurse implements an extensive nutrition education plan for Breonna, beginning at the molecular level. Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids are the four main families of biological molecules referred to as _____.