Which patient is most likely experiencing positive nitrogen balance? A patient admitted:

A) With third-degree burns of his legs
B) In the sixth month of a healthy pregnancy
C) From a nursing home who has been refusing to eat
D) With acute pancreatitis

Positive Nitrogen Balance

A state in which the intake of nitrogen (typically from protein) exceeds its loss, indicative of muscle growth or recovery.

Third-degree Burns

Severe burns that destroy both the epidermis and dermis layers of skin, potentially affecting deeper tissues and requiring specialized medical treatment.

Acute Pancreatitis

A sudden inflammation of the pancreas that causes severe abdominal pain and other symptoms, potentially life-threatening if not treated.