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NHA 2 Flashcards

1
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describe saturated fats

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solid at room temp; raises LDL; [rimarily from meat products

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2
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why are vitamins important even though they don’t provide energy

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necessary for body to metabolize energy

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3
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what are the fat-soluble vitamins

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A, D, E, K

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what are the water-soluble vitamins

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B1, B2, B3, B6, folate, B12, panththeic acid, biotin, C

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5
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define minerals

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inorganic substances that body needs in small quantities for building & maintaining body structures

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6
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what are some processes minerals contribute to

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  • rigidity & strength of bone
  • muscle contraction & relaxation
  • reguate body acid-base balance
  • blood clotting
  • cofactor for enzymes
  • tissue repair
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7
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what are sources of vitamin A?

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milk fat, meat, leafy vegetables, egg yolks, fish oil, orange & yellow fruits

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8
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what are sources of vitamin B

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fish, meat, poultry, whole grains, seeds, nuts, yeast, avocados, bananas

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9
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what are sources of vitamin C

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berries, citrus fruits, green peppers, mangoes, broccoli, potatoes, cauliflower, tomatoes

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what are sources of vitamin D

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sunlight, fortified milk, eggs, fish, liver

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what are sources of vitamin E

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fortified cereal, nuts, vegetable oils, green & leafy vegetables

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what are sources of folate

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green & leafy vegetables, beans, asparagus, legumes

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13
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what are sources of vitamin K

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green & leafy vegetables, dairy products, grain products, meat, eggs, fruits

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14
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what are sources of pantothenic acid

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meat, grains, legumes, fruit, vegetables

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15
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what are sources of sodium

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beef, pork, sardines, cheese, green olives, sauerkraut

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16
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what are sources of potassium

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whole and skim milk, bananas, prunes, raisins

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17
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what are sources of calcium

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milk & milk products, meat, eggs, cereals, beans, fruits, vegetables

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18
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what are sources of phosphorus

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milk, cheese, meat, poultry, cereals, nuts, legumes

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19
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what are sources of magnesium

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green leaves, nuts, cereal grains, seafood

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what are sources of iron

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soybean flower, beef, beans, clams, peaches

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21
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what are sources of iodine

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seafood, iodized salt, dairy products

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22
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what are sources of zinc

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vegetables

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23
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what components are required to be on food label by USDA?

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  • serving size
  • calories per serving
  • grams of different types of fat
  • amounts of sodium, potassium, cholesterol, total carbs, sugar, & protein
  • percentage of recommended daily values for some vitamins & minerals
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24
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what is the function of vitamin A

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  • night vision
  • cell growth & maintenance
  • skin health
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25
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what are safety considerations for vitamin A

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  • toxic if too much
  • headaches
  • peeling skin
  • bone thickening
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26
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what are the functions of vitamin D

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  • calcium absorption
  • bone & tooth health
  • heart & nerve function
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27
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what are the safety considerations of vitamin D

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  • toxic if too much
  • kidney failure
  • metastatic calcification
  • anorexia
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28
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what is the function of vitamin E

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  • protection of cells
  • formation of blood cells
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29
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what are the safety considerations of vitamin E?

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none

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30
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what is the function of Vitamin K

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blood clotting & bone growth

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31
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what are safety considerations of vitamin K

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can counteract blood clotting meds reducing efficiency

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32
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what is the function of Vitamin B1

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  • carbohydrate metabolism
  • heart, nerve, & muscle function
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33
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what are safety considerations in regards to vitamin B1

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n/a

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34
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what is the function of vitamin b12

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fat & protein metabolism

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35
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what are the safety considerations of vitamin B2

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n/a

36
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what is the function of vitamin B3

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carbohydrate & fat metabolism

37
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what are the safety considerations in regards to vitamin B3

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  • toxicity if too much
  • red, itching skin w/tingling
38
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what is the function of vitamin b6

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enzyme assistance in amino acid synthesis

39
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what are the safety considerations in regards to vitamin B6

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  • toxic if too much
  • peripheral neuropathy
40
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what are the safety considerations of vitamin b12

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n/a

41
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what is the function of vitamin b12

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  • protein & fat metabolism
  • nerve-celled maintenance
  • cell development
42
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what is the function of vitamin C

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  • immunity
  • iron absorption
  • structure of bones, muscle, & blood vessels
43
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what are the safety considerations of vitamin C

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n/a

44
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what is the function of st. john”s wort

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treatment for sleep disorders, depression, anxiety

45
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what are safety considerations in regards to st. john’s wort

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some studies found ineffective and similar to placebo

46
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what is the function of black cohosh

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relief of menopause symptoms (hot flashes, night sweats, headaches, heart palpitations, mood changes)

47
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what are safety considerations in regards to black cohosh

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large doses cause vomiting, dizziness, and headache

48
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what is the function of melatonin

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sleep regulation & combat aging

49
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what are safety considerations in regards to melatonin

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  • drowsiness & headaches
  • may interfere w/conception
50
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what are safety considerations in regards to willow bark

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  • do not exceed 240 mg/day
  • not safe for those who can’t tolerate aspirin
51
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what is the function of willlow bark

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pain relief

52
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what is the function of glucosamine sulfate

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promote healthy cartilage formation to maintain/replace wear & tear on joints

53
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what are safety considerations in regards to glucosamine sulfate

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no more effective than placebo

54
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what is the function of gingko biloba

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  • increase blood flow to brain
  • improved memory & mental function
55
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what are safety concerns in regards to gingko biloba

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extremely high doses lead to nausea, vomiting, & diarrhea

56
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what are general guidelines for diet for diabetics

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  • eat several small, nutrient-dense meals consistently
  • avoid/severe limit food high in added sugars
  • limit food high in carb esp w/refind grains
  • consum more fiber
57
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describe the plate amount measurements recommended by CDC for diabetics

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  • 1/2 non-starchy veggies
  • 1/4 food high in carbs (whole grains/food)
  • 1/4 lean protein
  • water/sugar free drink
58
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what are the steps to diet modification for those with chronic kidney disease

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  1. limit salt/sodium
  2. be cautious with protein
  3. protect your heart
  4. minimize phosphorus intake
  5. control potassium levels
59
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what should be done to canned foods to limit sodium

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rinse with fresh water

60
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what foods should be selected for diabetics trying to limit sodium

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less than 20% daily value of sodium

61
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give examples of lean meats

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  • skinless poultry
  • fish
  • beans
  • veggies
  • low fat/fat free milk
62
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excess phosphorus in blood can lead to what

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  • bone damage
  • high risk of fractures
  • damage blood vessels
63
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what are foods low in phosphorous

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  • fresh fruit & veggies
  • bread, pasta, rice
  • corn & rice cereals
  • non-enriched rice milk
64
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what are examples of higher phosphorus foods to limit

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  • meat, poultry, fish
  • dairy
  • bran cereals
  • beans, lentils, nuts
65
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what are foods lower in potassium

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  • apples
  • peaches
  • white bread & pasta
  • white rice
  • non-enriched rice milk
66
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what are foods higher in potassium foods

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  • oranges
  • bananas
  • brown & wild rice
  • bran cereals
  • dairy
  • whole-wheat bread & pasta
  • beans & nuts
67
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the CDC recommendations fro food distribution w/people who have diabetes are based on a dinner plate of what size

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9 in

68
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what are warning s/s of anorexia nervosa

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  • self starvation
  • perfectionism
  • extreme sensitivity to criticism
  • weight loss of at least 15%
  • amenorrhea
  • denial of feelings of hunger
  • excessive exercising
  • ritualisitic eating behavior
  • extreme control of behavior
  • unrealistic image of self as obese
69
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what does treatment of anorexia nervosa include

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  • hospitalization
  • parenteral nutrition/NG feedings
  • psychotherapy
70
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why do people have bulimia

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usually aimed at gaining control of weight

71
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warning s/s of bulimia nervosa

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  • buying & consuming large amounts of food
  • purging after eating excessive amounts of food
  • when dining w/others, use bathroom immediately after eating
  • use laxatives & diuretics
  • keep weight constant while overeating fattening foods
  • mood swings
  • depression & guilt after binging & purging
72
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what are some long term effects of bulimia nervosa

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  • lesions in esophagus
  • erosion of tooth enamel
  • electrolyte & hormonal imbalances
73
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treatment for bulimia nervosa includes…

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  • psychotherapy
  • medication for anxiety & depression
  • dental work
  • nutrition counseling
  • support groups
74
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treatment for binge-eating disorders

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  • eating healthy foods
  • self-acceptance
  • awareness of hunger & fullness
  • engageing progressively enjoyable physical activity
75
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why do people binge eat

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coping mechanism

76
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purpose of ribosomes

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protein synthesis

77
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define ribosomes

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small granules of RNA found in nucleolus

78
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purpose smooth and rough endoplasmic reticulum (ER)

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RER: support synthesis and transport of proteins
SER: support synthesis of some lipid molecules including steroids

79
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define endoplasmic reticulum

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complex connection of membranous fluid-filled, flat sacs & tubular channels connecting cell membrane to nucleus membrane & some organelles

80
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define golgi apparatus

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4-6 flat membranous sacs connected to ER gen near nucleus

81
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purpose of golgi apparatus

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packages & releases materials secreted by cell for external use & forms lysosomes

82
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purpose of lysosomes

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digest waste materials

83
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purpose of centrioles

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participate in cell reproduction through distribution of DNA to new cells

84
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list the 9 regions of abdomen

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  • right & left hypochondriac
  • right & left lumbar
  • right & left iliac
  • epigastric
  • umbilical
  • hypogastric
85
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function of skin

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  • protection
  • temperature regulation
  • excretion
  • sensation
  • vitamin D production
86
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what are the 3 types of muscles

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skeletal, smooth, cardiac

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