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Calcium, Magnesium and Phosphorus Flashcards

1
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Where is most calcium located?

A

bone and teeth

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2
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What are the major functions of calcium?

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-bone and tooth structure
-blood clotting
-muscle contraction
-secretion of PTH and calcitonin
-BP regulation

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3
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What is the relationship between vitamin D and calcium?

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Vitamin D promotes absorption of calcium in the small intestine. Without Vit. D the body can not absorb calcium effectively.

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4
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What is the relationship between vitamin D and vitamin K?

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Activates proteins that bind calcium to bone.

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5
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What nutrients are antagonist for calcium?

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-iron
-sodium
-caffeine
-phytic acid
-oxalates

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6
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What is the relationship between calcium and magnesium?

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Mg is needed for the proper utilization of calcium. It helios convert vitamin D into its active form, which is necessary for calcium absorption.

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7
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What is the relationship between calcium and phosphorus?

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Needed to make bone (need balance of the ration between calcium and phosphorus).

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8
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What are enhancers for calcium?

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D3, Mg, B6, K, protein, lactose, PTH, calcitonin

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9
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Signs and symptoms of calcium def.?

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-Muscle twitching
-Muscle cramps
-Tetany (seizures)

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10
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how much calcium needed 9-18?

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1300 mg

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11
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how much calcium needed 19-50?

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1000mg

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12
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how much calcium needed for women 51 and over?

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1200 mg

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13
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how much is needed for men 51 and over?

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1000mg

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14
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How much calcium is needed for pregnant or lactating?

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1300 mg (14-18 years) or 1000 mg (19-50 years)

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15
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What is phytic acid?

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-found in plant based foods
-binds to calcium and forms insoluble complexes which then causes a reduction in the absorption of calcium

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16
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What are oxalates and how do they inhibit calcium absorption?

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-compounds found in spinach
-can inhibit calcium absorption

17
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What effects do corticosteroids and anticonvulsants have on calcium?

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reduce calcium metabolism and absorption

18
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What are the physical signs of low calcium?

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-muscle twitching
-muscle cramps
-tetany or seizures

19
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How can calcium effect HIV inhibitor medication?

A

HIV inhibitors should not be taken with calcium supplementation (will decrease effectiveness of drug)

20
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How does calcium carbonate supplement effect levothyroxine or thyroid medication?

A

-Can not be taken together
-CA will interfere with absorption of medication

21
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What is the connection between lithium and calcium?

A

Lithium is used to treat bipolar disorders. If taken for a long time, it can lead to hypercalcemia.

22
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Should antibiotics be taken at the same time as calcium supplementations?

A

No

23
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What are the other more serious symptoms of calcium deficiency?

A

-Osteopenia
-Cramps
-Periodontitis
-Tremors, seizures
-Insomnia
-Hypertension
-Irritability
-Anxiety
-Brittle nails

24
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What are the diseases connected to calcium?

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-Osteoporosis
-Rickets in children
-Hypocalcemia–low calcium levels
-Hypercalcemia-high calcium levels

25
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What are the most common calcium supplements?

A

calcium carbonate and calcium citrate

26
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What is the difference between calcium carbonate and calcium citrate?

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calcium carbonate needs stomach acid to effectively work, which means it needs to be taken with food.

27
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What does ionized calcium lab assessments test?

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Measures the concentration of free or ionized calcium in the blood. Shows the most active form of calcium present.

28
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What protein is bound to calcium?

A

protein albumin

29
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Common food sources of calcium?

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-Yogurt and other dairy products
-Orange juice
-Sardines
-Salmon
-Spinach
-Kale

30
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What groups are at risk for calcium inadequacy?

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-Menopausal women–>Due decrease in estrogen production then decreased calcium absorption and increased urinary calcium excretion.
-Individuals who avoid dairy products

31
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Where is magnesium stored?

A

60% in bone and 40% in soft tissue

32
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What are the functions of magnesium?

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-300 + enzyme functions (such as protein synthesis, muscle/nerve function)
-Blood glucose control
-Blood pressure regulation
-Neuromuscular
-Hormone metabolism
-Heart, bone and calcium support
-ATP
-Supports RNA DNA

33
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What excretes excess magnesium?

A

kidneys

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