Minerals - K, Cl, Fe, Zn Flashcards
The main roles of chloride is: A. the maintenance of electrolyte balance B. stomach acid production C. Phagocytosis D. Anion exchange in RBC for bicarbonate E. A and B F. All of the above
F. all of the above
Where is chloride absorbed?
A. large intestine
B. small intestine
C. kidneys
B. Small intestine
Chloride follows sodium absorption. Does it follow the same mechanisms as sodium?
No, chloride is passively absorbed via the sodium-glucose system, whereas sodium is actively absorbed.
True or False. Chloride is the only ion that is actively secreted via cells of the GI tract?
True
Chloride excretion mainly occurs through the kidneys. What other areas of the body excretes chloride? A. Kidneys B. Skin C. GI tract D. All of the above
D. All of the above
True or False. The main sources of dietary chloride comes from sodium chloride?
True.
Food sources of chloride are... A. Eggs, meat, seafood B. Legumes, leafy greens, whole grains C. Nuts and seeds D. All of the above
A. Eggs, meat, seafood
Typical dietary consumption of chloride ranges from: A. 1000-4000mg B. 2000-8000mg C. 2500-5500mg D. None of the Above
B. 2000-8000mg
The AI for chloride is ________ and the TUL is _________?
A. 3000mg, 4500mg
B. 2300mg, 3600mg
C. 1500mg, 3000mg
B. 2300mg, 3600mg
True or False. Chloride deficiency is highly prevalent in today’s society?
False. It is very rare due to sodium chloride in many of the SAD type foods.
What is the best way to assess chloride?
A. Urine
B. Serum
C. Hair
B. Serum chloride (normal)= 101-111 mEq/L
What disease state is correlated with chloride transport dysfunction?
A. Dysphagia
B. Marfan Syndrome (connective tissue disorder)
C. Cystic Fibrosis
D. None of the above
C. Cystic Fibrosis- a dysfunction of chloride transport is prevalent in those with CF due to a mutation in a protein called cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator. Leading to thicker mucous in the lungs and airways.
Yes or No. Does cooking methods hinder absorption and availability of Chloride?
Yes. Because chloride is found mostly in the form of sodium chloride and salts are usually water soluble, some loss occurs during cooking, such as when vegetables are boiled.
True or False. Sodium does NOT need chloride to regulate hydration or cell membrane potential?
False, Sodium and chloride work together and rely on one another to regulate cell membrane potential and hydration.
What dietary approach would limit chloride consumption for certain disease states?
A. Mediterranean
B. Low-FODMAP
C. DASH
C. DASH, due to increased risk of hypertension from sodium chloride.
Chloride is one of the many components of breast milk in which stage?
A. colostrum
B. transitional milk
C. mature milk
A. colostrum
True or False. Sodium chloride does not have any negative reactions with medications and is typically well tolerated among pharmaceuticals.
False. Sodium chloride can decrease the effects of lithium (mood stabilizer), as well as tolvaptan (used to slow kidney dysfunction/disease) which can cause sodium levels to increase rapidly.
Common causes of deficiency in chloride are: A. Diuretics B. Diarrhea C. Vomiting D. All of the above
D. all of the above
Deficiency in chloride can lead to: A. Metabolic acidosis B. Metabolic alkalosis C. Hypokalemia D. B and C E. All of the above
D. B and C. Metabolic alkalosis and Hypokalemia as depletion can lead to elevated blood pH, and urinary pH change from alkali to acidic ranges, and excessive excretion of potassium.
Potassium is the predominant _________ cation.
a. intracellular
b. extracellular
a. Intracellular - Potassium is the principal cation in the fluid inside of cells, while sodium is the principal cation in the extracellular fluid. Normal body function depends on tight regulation of potassium concentrations both inside and outside of cells.
Hark, p. 78
Fill in the blank:
Potassium is necessary for the contraction of ____, ____ and ____ muscle.
(Hint: the three types of muscle tissue)
Smooth muscle, skeletal muscle and cardiac muscle
95-98% of the potassium in the body is found within _________:
a. intracellular fluid
b. serum
c. bone
d. muscle
a. intracellular fluid
Potassium is necessary for:
a. nerve impulse transmission
b. maintaining pH and electrolyte balance
c. fat metabolism
e. A & B
f. B & C
d. A & B - nerve transmission & maintaining electrolyte and pH balance
Potassium is essential for ____ balance and distribution.
a. carb
b. fat
c. protein
d. water
d. Water
Potassium is needed for the function of certain enzymes, including _____________ in ____ metabolism.
a. pyruvate kinase; carbohydrate metabolism
b. acetyl-coA carboxylase; fat metabolism
c. fructokinase; carbohydrate metabolism
d. fatty acid synthase; fat metabolism
a. pyruvate kinase; carbohydrate metabolism
The concentration differences between potassium and sodium across cell membranes create an electrochemical gradient known as the ______ ______.
Membrane potential
Membrane potential refers to the difference in charge between the inside and outside of a neuron, which is created due to the unequal distribution of ions on both sides of the cell (NOT to be confused with action potential, which is the electrical signaling that occurs within neurons).
Small changes in the level of potassium that is present outside the cells can have severe effects on the:
a. heart, nerves, muscles
b. lungs, intestines, liver
c. heart, liver, gallbladder
a. heart, nerves, muscles
Potassium is largely regulated by the ______ (organ) via the _____-_____-_____ system.
Kidneys via the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS). Regulation of potassium is same as sodium, just in opposite direction.
What two key hormones lead to potassium excretion?
a. anti-diuretic hormone; aldosterone
b. angiotensin I; aldosterone
c. angiotensinogen; ACE
d. ACE; angiotensin I
a. anti-diuretic hormone; aldosterone
High levels of potassium can cause release of aldosterone (by adrenals), leading to increased potassium excretion by the kidneys.
Anti-diuretic hormone (ADH) causes water, sodium and chloride reabsorption and potassium excretion.
The AI for potassium in adults 19 years old and above is:
a. 2,400 mg for men; 1,500 mg for women
b. 3,400 mg for men; 2,600 mg for women
c. 4,300 mg for men; 3,500 mg for women
d. the same for men and women
b. 3,400 mg for men; 2,600 mg for women
Hypokalemia is more commonly a result of:
a. inadequate intake
b. excess potassium losses
b. excess potassium losses - These losses can occur from vomiting, diarrhea, kidney disease, or metabolic disturbances, as well as sweat-producing exercise where potassium and electrolytes are not replenished.
(Hark, p. 78)
Rich food sources (at least 20% of DV) of potassium include:
a. Higher in animal foods - organ meats, shellfish, fish, red meat, poultry, eggs, dairy
b. Higher in plant foods - avocados, bananas, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, mango, papaya, winter squash, leafy greens, yams, prune juice
b. Higher in plant foods - avocados, bananas, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, mango, papaya, winter squash, leafy greens, yams, prune juice
Other good sources include: legumes, nuts, seeds, peanut/nut butter
Potassium decreases the urinary excretion of:
a. magnesium
b. sodium
c. calcium
d. chloride
c. calcium
True or false: Potassium toxicity is unlikely, except in patients with poor renal function or excessive supplementation.
True