KL is a 70 yo African American F living in a long-term care facility in upstate New York. She has a history of RA, which was well controlled until recently. She reports taking calcium supplements. She presents to the hospital with a hip fracture following a fall. The above medication may also cause _____, which may require nutrition intervention
a. weight loss
b. decreased appetite
c. increased thirst
d. sodium retention
d
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a. Phagocytes b. Immunoglobulins c. Lymphocytes d. Lysozymes
Compared to vitamin E, beta-carotene is
A) more easily absorbed and utilized by the body. B) a relatively weak antioxidant. C) needed in greater amounts. D) a better choice for people with GI tract problems.
Which of the following is a feature of potassium?
a. It is unrelated to blood pressure b. Liberal intakes may correct hypertension c. Major dietary sources are processed foods d. Deficiencies are usually the result of deficient intakes
Which of the following populations is most at risk for iron deficiency?
a. male athletes b. females of childbearing age c. infants receiving fortified formula d. persons on balanced weight loss diet