Cachexia

Question 1

What would be an appropriate weight for Mr. M ?

Answer 1

Female: 100lbs for first 5 ft and 5lbs for extra inches. 106 lbs for first 5 feet and then 6lbs for each inch

Question 2

DETERMINE

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Answer 2

Disease Eating poorly Tooth loss or mouth pain Economic hardship Reduced social contact and interaction Multiple medications Involuntary weight loss or gain Need for assistance with self care Elder at an advanced age

Question 3

Nutritional-Related Concerns of the Elderly

____ and Macular Degeneration

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The Aging Brain

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Answer 3

Cataracts and Macular Degeneration Arthritis The Aging Brain Alzheimer’s disease Dementia Memory loss

Question 4

Summary of Nutrient-Brain Relationship

Short term memory ___ ___ ___

Performance in problem solving tests___ ___ ___ ___

Mental health ___ ____ ___ ____

cognition ____ ___ ___ ___ ___

vision ____ ____

neurotransmitter Syntheis ___ ____ _____

Answer 4

Short term memory: B12, C, E

Performance in problem solving tests: Riboflavin, Folate, B12, C

Mental health : Thiamin, Niacin, Zinc Folate cognition: Folate, B6, B12, Iron, E vision: Essential fa, A neurotransmitter Syntheis: Y, W, Choline

Question 5

Nutritional Tips…

Select nutrient-dense foods, low in fats, sugars, and alcohol.

Eat a diet that is adequate in fiber.

Drink___ glasses of water a day.

Eat at least _ servings of fruits and vegetables.

Answer 5

Select nutrient-dense foods, low in fats, sugars, and alcohol. Eat a diet that is adequate in fiber. Drink 6-8 glasses of water a day. Eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables.

Question 6

Specific Nutrient Requirements For Older Adults Currently being extensively studied

Vitamin __

Vitamin ___

____

Many others!

Answer 6

Currently being extensively studied Vitamin D Vitamin E Folacin Many others!