Weight Loss Flashcards
1
Q
What is considered significant weight loss?
A
> 5% loss of usual body weight in 6-12 months
2
Q
Name the 3 main causes of significant weight loss
A
GI diseases
Malignancy
Psychiatric causes
3
Q
9 Ds of differential diagnosis for weight loss
A
Depression Dentition Dementia Diarrhea Drugs Disease Dysgeusia: change in taste Dysphasia Dysfunction
4
Q
Which of the following is not a test used as a predictor of malignancy? A. CRP B. Hb C. LDH D. ESR E. Albumin F. Alkaline phosphatase G. WBC
A
D
5
Q
Which of the following does NOT contribute to weight loss? A. Aspirin B. Levothyroxine C. Amlodipine D. Lovastatin E. Metformin F. Levodopa
A
C
6
Q
Cachexia =
A
Loss of muscle mass +/- loss of fat
