Maya and Bob have been married for 5 years, have graduated from college, and have decided to start a family. Maya's mother gives her a book, How to Have a Successful Pregnancy. Bob and Maya are eager to start reading the book and give their baby the best start in life possible. Let's see how much you already know by answering the following questions.Finally, Maya is pregnant and during one of her
prenatal appointments the doctor tells her that her blood pressure is elevated. She tells Maya that some of the symptoms she is experiencing are indications that she may be developing preeclampsia. What else does Maya's doctor tell her about this condition?
a. Symptoms may include nausea upon getting up in the morning.
b. Excess protein in the urine is detected.
c. Sudden weight loss (1 lb/day) occurs.
d. High blood sugar is revealed by blood tests.
e. Occasional headaches occur with this condition.
b
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which individual is LEAST likely to acquire a vitamin E deficiency?
a. someone who eats a diet high in fat b. someone with severe liver disease c. someone whose pancreas is failing to produce digestive enzymes d. someone who is born prematurely e. someone who consumes a very low-fat diet composed largely of convenience foods
Patients with hiatal hernia may develop anemia because:
a. iron absorption is reduced. b. gastritis may cause bleeding. c. iron stores turn over more quickly. d. patients have an aversion to foods that are good sources of iron.
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PT, a 65-year-old male, comes to the emergency room complaining of chest pain. Several diagnostic tests conclude that he has suffered an MI. The registered dietitian is consulted for nutrition education. PT reports that he has gained 30 pounds in the previous year due to his hectic work schedule, which forces him to eat out often. In addition, he is physically inactive. PT also reports that he has a family history of heart disease and his father died of an MI. Height: 5'9" Weight: 190 lbs Waist circumference: 105 cm BP: 140/93 Cholesterol: 259 mg/dLLDL: 180 mg/dLHDL: 58 mg/dLTG: 234 mg/dL Diet routine:Breakfast: Egg and sausage muffin Coffee Lunch: Ham and cheese sandwich on white bread Potato chips Soda Dinner: Chicken breast Mashed potatoes Iced tea Cheesecake Based on the available clinical data, what additional diagnosis might be made in this case? A. hyperhomocysteinemia B. heart failure C. peripheral vascular disease D. metabolic syndrome E. atrial fibrillation