Vitamins And More Flashcards
Vitamin B1
Muscle tone, digestion, appitite, carb motabalism
Foods- pork, fish
Vitamin A
Growth, vision, hair skin
Foods- liver, butter, cream
Vitamin B2
Growth, vision, healthy skin, protein and carb motabilism,
Food- eggs, bread
Vitamin B12
Formation of red blood cells, nervous system function
Food- fish, eggs, milk, cheese
Vitamin C
Healthy blood cells, skin, gums, bones, teeth, resistance to infection
Food- citrus fruits, tomatoes, potatoes
Vitamin D
Absorption and metabolism of calcium, healthy bones
Food-milk, butter, liver, exposure to sunlight, fish liver oils
Calcium
Formation of teeth and bones, blot clotting, heart function, nerve function
Food- milk, whole grains, beans, nuts
Iron
Enabling red blood cells to carry oxygen
Food- liver, meat, eggs, vege’s
Magnesium
Mineral used to keep blood pressure normal, bones strong, heart rhythm steady
Foods- spinach, nuts, whole grain cereals
Sodium
Fluid balance, nerve and muscle function
Food-almost all foods
Folic Acid
Formation of red blood cells, intentional function, protein metabolism
Foods-liver, meats, fish, poultry,
45% of the body is made up of what
Protein ….the rest is muscles and organs
Recommended sodium daily amount is
15-23 Mg’s daily
What does Na mean
Sodium
The digestive system
Tongue Salivary glands Esophagus Stomach Small intestine Large intestine Rectum Anus
What does the digestive system do
Breaks down nutrients both physically and chemically and eliminates solid waste from the body
What is IV Therapy
Administers meds and blood
Provides fluids to body if person is NPO
Provides sugar energy
Replaces minerals and vitamins lost from illness
What does EDEMA mean
A condition characterized by excess of watery fluid collecting in the cavities or tissues of the body- swelling of the body
Household cleaning rules
Clear clutter Highest to lowest Farthest to closest Cleanest to dirtiest Change cloths and water frequently Know laundry care Wear gloves for body soiled clothing
Never except what from a ct
Debit card or PIN number
Special diets - list them
Ordered because of a nutritional deficiency or disease
Sodium controlled diet- helps reduce EDEMA- 2000mgs of salt
Diabetic diet- low sugar, count carbs, focus on high fibre
Diet textures- ie chopped, mixed, purée, soft, regular
Fluid consistency- reg, nectar, honey thick, pudding thick
What is Dysphagia
Medical term for difficulty swollowing
How many stages are there in swollowing
4
Swollowing involves 25 different muscles and 5 nerves
How to help a ct swollow
Sit ct up straight
Offer plenty of fluids
Lots of time to eat
Remain sitting up 30 minutes
Assisting with helping a ct with eating
Use teaspoon
Guide them
Tell them what you are doing
Encourage independence
