Chapter 16: Nutrition in Adulthood

Question 1

what is the trend in elderly population

Answer 1

increasing

Question 2

of healthy years (in us)

Answer 2

~64

Question 3

life expectancy (in us)

Answer 3

-73.5 for men
-79.3 for women

Question 4

physical changes of aging

Answer 4

-increase fat, decreased muscle
-decreased thirst
-decreased bone density
-decreased GI function
-change in cognition

Question 5

recommendations for increased fat in elderly

Answer 5

-low calorie food
-regular physical activity

Question 6

recommendations for decreased thirst in elderly

Answer 6

-monitor fluid intake
-monitor for signs of dehydration

Question 7

recommendations for decreased bone density in elderly

Answer 7

-meet nutrient needs
-regular physical activity
-maintain healthy body weight

Question 8

recommendations for decreased GI function in elderly

Answer 8

-lots of fruits, veg, whole grains
-hydration
-physical activity

Question 9

recommendations for decreased cognition in elderly

Answer 9

-fruits, veg, whole grains, beans, plant protein, seafood
-physical activity
-good sleep

Question 10

what do elderly need more of

Answer 10

-fiber
-vit D
-B12
-calcium

Question 11

total body water goes…

Answer 11

down

Question 12

what happens to muscle as aging

Answer 12

muscle->fat

Question 13

DETERMINE

Answer 13

-Disease
-Eating Poorly
-Tooth Loss/Mouth Pain
-Economic Hardship
-Reduced Social Contact
-Multiple Medications
-Involuntary Weight Loss
-Needs Assistance
-Elderly (80+)