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Exam 1 - Nutrition Flashcards

1
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What is the primary digestive enzyme of carbs?

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Amylase

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What is the primary digestive enzyme of protein?

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Protease

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What is the primary digestive enzyme of fat?

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Lipase

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What are the fat-soluble vitamins?

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A, D, E, K

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What are manifestations related to Thiamine (B1) deficiency?

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  • Beriberi (peripheral neuropathy, edema)

- Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome (neurological sequeala)

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What are manifestations related to Riboflavin (B2), Niacin (B3), and Pyridoxine (B6) deficiency?

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Cheilitis, angular stomatitis, glossitis

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What are manifestations related to Niacin (B3) deficiency?

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Pellagra (diarrhea, dermatitis, dementia)

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What are manifestations related to Cyanocobalamin (B12) deficiency?

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Macrocytic anemia, peripheral neuropathy

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9
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What are manifestations related to Vitamin D deficiency?

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Rickets, osteomalacia

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What are manifestations related to Vitamin A deficiency?

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Night blindness

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What are manifestations related to sodium deficiency?

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Confusion, hypotension, tachycardia

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12
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Beriberi is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

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Thiamine (B1)

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13
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Cheilitis, angular stomatitis, and glossitis are manifestations of what nutrient deficiency?

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  • Riboflavin (B2)
  • Niacin (B3)
  • Pyridoxine (B6)
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14
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Peripheral neuropathy and macrocytic anemia are manifestations of what nutrient deficiency?

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Cyanocobalamin (B12)

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15
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Pellagra (diarrhea, dermatitis, dementia) is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

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Niacin (B3)

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16
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Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

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Thiamine (B1)

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17
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Night blindness is a is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

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Vitamin A

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18
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Confusion, hypotension, and tachycardia are manifestations of what nutrient deficiency?

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Sodium

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19
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Taste disturbance is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

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Zinc

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20
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Goiter is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

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Iodine

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21
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Fractures is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

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Calcium

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22
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Muscle cramping is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

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Potassium

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23
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Tetany is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

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Calcium

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24
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EKG with U-waves is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

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Potassium

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25
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Pallor and pale conjunctiva are manifestations of what nutrient deficiency?

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Iron

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26
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Bleeding gums is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

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Vitamin C and K

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27
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Pica is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

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Iron

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28
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Easy bruising and poor wound healing are manifestations of what nutrient deficiency?

A

Vitamin C and K

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29
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Koilonychia (spoon shaped nails) is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

30
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Petechiae/Purpura is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

A

Vitamin C and K

31
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Tooth decay is a manifestation of what nutrient deficiency?

32
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What are manifestations associated with a zinc deficiency?

A

Taste disturbance

33
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What are manifestations associated with a calcium deficiency?

A

Fractures, tetany

34
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What are manifestations associated with a potassium deficiency?

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Muscle cramping, fatigue, EKG with U-waves

35
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What are manifestations associated with an iron deficiency?

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Pallor, pale conjunctiva, pica, koilonychia

36
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What are manifestations associated with a vitamin C and K deficiency?

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Bleeding gums, easy bruising, poor healing wounds, petechiae/purpura

37
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What are manifestations associated with a fluoride deficiency?

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Tooth decay

38
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What are manifestations associated with a sodium toxicity?

39
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What are manifestations associated with a potassium toxicity?

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Weakness, vomiting, EKG with peaked T waves

40
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What are manifestations associated with a niacin toxicity?

41
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What are manifestations associated with a fluoride toxicity?

A

Tooth discoloration

42
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What are manifestations associated with a copper toxicity?

A

Golden-brown discoloration of iris

43
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Edema is a manifestation of what nutrient toxicity?

44
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Flushing is a manifestation of what nutrient toxicity?

45
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Tooth discoloration is a manifestation of what nutrient toxicity?

46
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EKG with peaked T-waves is a manifestation of what nutrient toxicity?

47
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Vomiting and weakness is a manifestation of what nutrient toxicity?

48
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Golden-brown discoloration of the iris is a manifestation of what nutrient toxicity?

49
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What nutrient is necessary during pregnancy?

A

Folic acid necessary to decrease the risk of neural tube defects

50
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What additional supplementation should exclusively breastfed infants receive?

51
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What should be avoided for a healthy childhood?

A

Avoidance of sweetened foods and beverages

52
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How much fiber should an individual intake per day?

A

About 25-35 grams

53
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What are some concerns with a very low calorie diet (200-800 cal/day)?

A

Loss of lean muscle mass, electrolyte abnormalities, bile stasis, constipation

54
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What is a concern with a vegan diet?

A

Concern of B12 deficiency

55
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What disorder can increase the risk of thiamine deficiency?

A

Alcohol use disorder

56
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Define underweight, normal, overweight, and obese BMIs.

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  • Underweight: < 18.5
  • Normal: 18.5-24.9
  • Overweight: 25.0-29.9
    Obese: > 30
57
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Which type of nutrition intervention/support is the preferred method in a patient who cannot meet their needs by mouth?

A

Enteral Nutrition (EN)

58
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Define Enteral Nutrition (EN).

A

Nutrition delivered directly into GI tract bypassing oral cavity

59
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Define Parenteral Nutrition (PN).

A

Nutrition delivered directly into the vein; appropriate for patients with non-functioning GI tract or when EN is contraindicated.

60
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When would EN be contraindicated/not feasible, so PN would be the more appropriate choice for nutrition support?

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Obstruction, Ileus, bowel resection, high output enterocutaneous fistula, ischemic bowel

61
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Name access routes appropriate for a patient expected to need enteral nutrition for < 4-6 weeks.

A

NG, ND, NJ tubes

62
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Name access routes appropriate for a patient expected to need enteral nutrition for > 4-6 weeks.

A

G-tube or J-tube

63
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If using PN for nutritional support, what are the options if you are only needing short-term access for < 7 day and have adequate access?

A

Peripheral vein

64
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If using EN for nutritional support, what are the options if you are needing long-term access for > 7 day?

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TPN: Central venous catheter or PICC

65
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What is the primary mode of nutrition support in a patient with non-functioning GI tract?

A

Parenteral nutrition

66
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What is the primary mode of nutrition support in a patient with functioning GI tract?

A

Enteral Nutrition

67
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What are common complications of nutrition support?

A
  • Mechanical issues

- Metabolic/electrolyte abnormalities

68
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What diets are recommended for Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease?

A

Mediterranean and DASH diets

69
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What diets are recommended for HTN?

70
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What diets are recommended for CHF?

A

Low sodium diet, fluid restrict as necessary

71
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What is the goal of nutrition therapy in diabetes?

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Aimed at optimizing A1c, BP, Cholesterol (ABC)

72
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What is important to note in regards to nutrition if a patient is on Coumadin?

A

Maintain Vitamin K consistency

Clinical Med III (12 decks)

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