Discuss how aspirin impacts hemostasis
The most familiar compound affecting bleeding through platelet function is salicylic acid or aspirin. Aspirin affects the cyclooxygenase enzyme systems that produce thromboxanes from arachidonic acid. It is common knowledge that daily aspirin dosing for the prevention of heart attacks or for chronic pain can lead to gastrointestinal bleeding and substantial blood losses. Anemia can be seen as a result of prolonged occult (hidden) bleeding.
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services developed a set of overall health objectives for the nation. What is this document called?
a. Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 b. Healthy People 2020 c. Healthy Nation 2020 d. Surgeon General's Report 2010
Cancer _____
a. is contagious b. death rates are increasing in the United States c. is generally unsuccessfully treated d. is caused by excessive intake of saturated fat e. has many causes
A patient taking Parnate is referred to you to learn more about food medication interactions. Which of the following food modification recommendations do you make based on her food frequency questionnaire?
a. choose mixed berries instead of grapefruit sections b. choose poached salmon filet instead of smoked salmon c. choose iceberg lettuce instead of spinach leaves d. choose low sodium tomato sauce instead of regular tomato sauce
A set of nutrient standards designed strictly for use on food labels is called the:
a. Recommended Dietary Allowances. b. Dietary Reference Intakes. c. Daily Values. d. MyPlate guidelines.