Cardiovascular and hematologic disorders Flashcards
Children with low what can experience short attention spans and display poor intellectual performance before anemia begins
Low iron intake
What are GI sx of Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia and folic acid deficiency?
Glossitis (inflamed tongue), anorexia, indigestion, weight loss
Neurological sx of Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia?
Paresthesia of hands and feet, decreased sense of body position, poor muscle doordination, increasing irritability, delirium
Manifestations of folic acid deficiency anemia
Mental confusion, fainting, fatigue, and GI distress
How much should daily cholesterol intake be for coronary heart disease?
less than 200 mg
What can increase homocysteine levels (which can increase risk for developing coronary heart disease)?
Deficiencies in folate and possibly vitamins B6 and B12
Saturated fat should be limited to less than how much of daily intake in coronary heart disease pts?
Less than 7%
What are examples of lean meats?
Turkey
chicken
What increases LDL?
Trans fat
Soluble fibers lower LDL, what are some high fiber foods?
Oats Beans Fruits Vegetables Whole grains Barley Flax
What is the Dietary Approaches to Stopping Hypertension diet?
Low-sodium, high-potassium, and high-calcium diet that is proven to lower BP and cholesterol
What are some fruits and veggies rich in potassium?
Apricots
Bananas
Tomatoes
Potatoes
What kind of diet is best for the first 24 hr after an MI?
Liquid diet
What should be avoided after an MI?
Caffeine
Most common nutritional disorder in the world?
Iron deficiency anemia
