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08/10/2012

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how should a patient position themselves after taking an anti-osteoporotic drug?
Definition
they cant lay down after they take it, it will cause reflux
Term
What is a good fluid to take your iron supplement with?
Definition
fruit juice, bc iron is better absorbed in an acidic environment
Term
What can abx (esp. quinolones such as cipro) bind to in the diet?
Definition
PRO and then the abx will never reach optimum level
Term
What specific drug besides quinolones binds with PRO?
Definition
dilantin
Term
why does mineral oil decrease fat soluble vitamin absorption?
Definition
increases transit time in the gut and it doesnt give us enough time to absorb it
Term
Methotrexate is a _________ antagonist
Definition
folate
Term
Anticonvulsants increase metabolism of what vitamins?
Definition
D,K, and folate
Term
name two classes of drugs that are hepatotoxic
Definition
statins
tylenol
Term
name two classes of drugs that are toxic to the kidney
Definition
anti-infectives
anti-neoplastic agents
Term
what type of drug can screw with glucose levels?
Definition
corticosteroids
Term
If a patient comes in with diarrhea that you can't explain, why should you ask about tylenol intake?
Definition
sorbitol
Term
What are three reasons a woman should try and achieve a normal body weight prior to becoming pregnant?
Definition
-underweight women are more likely to have low birth weight babies
-underweight women may have inadequate nutritonal stores to support healthy pregnancy
-overweight women are more likely to have gestational diabetes and deliver large babies
Term
Supplement of ________ mcg of folate per day to avoid neural tube defects`
Definition
400
Term
a low ______ diet may lead to folate deficiency
Definition
carb- because a lot of people meet the RDA by eating supplemented grains
Term
_______ is a recommended supplement for pregnant women to promote brain development of the fetus
Definition
DHA- an omega 3 fatty acid linked to brain development, american diet is low in this so it is good to supplement
Term
appropriate weight gain during pregnancy decreased the likelihood of a __________ birth weight baby
Definition
low
Term
how many pounds should a normal weight women gain during pregnancy? about how many extra kcal's per day is this
Definition
25-35#
300 additional kcals per day
Term
If a pregnant woman is diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum what might she be rx? what may she require?
Definition
zofran
TPN (watch blood sugars closely!!!)
Term
what are 3 things a pregnant woman can do to alleviate constipation and hemorrhoids?
Definition
high fiber diet
stay well hydrated
safe amounts of exercise
Term
Gestational dibetes ______ after delivery in the mother. what may have to happen with these babies
Definition
disappears
NICU- hypoglycemic
Term
give some reasons to breastfeed
Definition
-decreases risk of obesity for mom and baby
-species specific
-decreases risk of SIDS
-increased IQ of baby
-less separation anxiety for baby
-decreased risk of breast cancer in mom
-less stinky diapers
-fewer ear infections
Term
what is colostrum? what is it very important for?
Definition
the very concentrated nutrition that is produced by mom for the first 3-5 days after birth
very important for the development of normal gut nutrition.
Term
colostrum acts as a laxative to help meconium passage out of the gut and this is know to decrease the rate of ________
Definition
jaundice
Term
what type of milk is produced from day 7-14, compare the nutritional make up to that of colostrum
Definition
transitional milk
more fat and lactose and less pro than colostrum
Term
______ stores from pregnancy fuel lactation. how many more kcals/day may mom need during breast feeding? how many glasses of water?
Definition
fat
500
1 glass with each feeding
Term
does the mom;s diet have a strong impact on composition of breast milk?
Definition
no- digestion in the adult takes food down to molecular components so it is unusual for mom's diet to have a strong impact on breastmilk
Term
is taking prenatal vitamins during lactation often encouraged?
Definition
yes
Term
what vitamin can be particularly problematic during lactation?
Definition
vitamin D
Term
what reflex must be absent before solids can be introduced into a babies diet? how old is baby?
Definition
protrusion reflex- usually at 4-6 months
Term
when introducing solid foods, you should start with one type of food every _______ days to monitor for allergies
Definition
2-4
Term
what is the most common deficiency in the US?
Definition
iron
Term
what are 3 things you may see in a child who is overweight?
Definition
diabetes
high cholesterol
sleep apnea
Term
the elderly are at an increased risk for what 4 deficiencies?
Definition
vitamin D
calcium
B12
protein due to decreased lean muscle and increased PRO requirements
Term
In COPD pt's have increased work of breathing, which translates to increased ____________ requirements
Definition
caloric
Term
T/F: dairy increases mucous and thereby worsens SOB
Definition
FALSE
Term
Pt's with COPD usually acquire multiple infections and are on chronic dosages of steroids. name one disadvantage and one advantage to being on chronic steroids
Definition
appetite stimulant
increases blood sugars and insulin is the only thing that can bring them back down since it is medication induced
Term
why does research show that mechanical thick foods are better than anything more liquid?
Definition
because anything thinner is gross and people won't eat leading to malnutrition- an aspiration PNA is easier to fix than malnutrition
Term
CF patients have mucous obstruction of the pancreas which leads to _____________
Definition
malabsorption
Term
what is usually the first sign of lung CA?
Definition
weight loss
Term
Tx of lung cancer is associated with what?
Definition
N,V,D so need to watch patients hydration status
Term
whats the best thing to encourage a patient with sleep apnea to do?
Definition
lose weight
Term
more than 82.6 million americans have at least one form of CVD, rank the top four in order from most prevalent to least prevalent
Definition
HTN>CHD>Stroke>Heart failure
Term
Give the values for the parameters of metabolic syndrome (must have three or more of the following):
-abd obestiy
-triglyceride levels
-HDL cholesterol
-SBP
-DBP
-fasting glucose
Definition
-men >40", women>35"
-trig >150 mg/dL
-HDL < 40 in men or <50 in women
-SBP >130 mmhg
-DBP >85 mmhg
-FG >100 mg/dL
*glucose intolerance or insulin resistance
Term
what are the target ranges for blood lipids in men and women?
Definition
-Total cho: <200
-HDL >45 women, >35 men
-LDL <100 and <70 with RFs
-Trigs <150
Term
name 5 factors that modify LDL goals
Definition
-cigarette smoking
-HTN
-Low HDL (<40, >60 counts as a negative RF)
-family hx of premature CHD
-age (m>45, w>55)
Term
dietary cholesterol raises total cholesterol and LDL but not as significantly as what two things?
Definition
SFA and TFA
Term
what is the phenomenon that is seen when cholesterol intake is increased, a smaller intake in cholesterol levels are seen?
Definition
threshold effect
Term
dietary SFA and cholesterol have __________ on LDL level
Definition
synergistic
Term
Risk reduction is most effective when SFA and TFA are replaced with unsaturated fats, particularly __________/______/_______
Definition
omega 3 fatty acids
Term
what is the daily goal for SFA, TFA, and cholesterol intake?
Definition
-SF: <7% of total cals (15 g)
-TF: <1% of total cals (2 g)
-Cho: <200 mg per day for CHD pt, or <300 for others
Term
what fatty acid pathway has more thrombotic and pro-inflammatory metabolites omega 6 or omega 3?
Definition
omega 6
Term
Since we eat meat fed a corn diet, we naturally have a lot of omega-___ in our diets. we need to focus on getting omega-____ from supplement or food sources
Definition
6
3
Term
what are the three major omega 3's
Definition
ALA
EPA
DHA
Term
what are the two omega 6-s?
Definition
LA
AA
Term
Name 6 benefits of EPA and DHA
Definition
-reduce TG levels
-decrease platelet adhesion
-favorably effect endothelial function
-decrease vasoconstriction
-reduce inflammation
-decrease Ventricular arrhythmias
Term
ALA may protect against CVD by interfering with the production of proinflammatory ___________ produced via the _____ pathway
Definition
eicosanoids
N-6
Term
Describe primary, secondary, and high triglyceride level recommendations for omega-3 intake
Definition
-PP: 2 or more servings of oily fish/week
-SP: 850-1000 mg of EPA and DHA
-High TG levels: 2-4 g EPA and DHA
Term
if a patient is taking omega 3 supplements it needs to be under the care of a physician, why?
Definition
PTT and INR need to be watched because blood thinner effects will be enhanced
Term
what are good sources of DHA/EPA and ALA?
Definition
dha/epa: fish
ALA: nuts and seeds
Term
what type of fiber has a greater LDL lowering potential?
Definition
soluble>insoluble
Term
what should be your goal fiber intake?
Definition
25-30 grams/day with 7-13 grams soluble
Term
plant sterols displace _______ in micelles
Definition
cholesterol
Term
plant sterols and stanols are associated with decreased in what two things?
Definition
LDL and TG
Term
plant sterols and stanols can decrease absorption fo what?
Definition
fat soluble vitamins
Term
what are some natural sources of plant sterols and stanols?
Definition
avocado, corn oil, soybeans, chickpeas, almonds, olive oil
Term
what program,started in 1985, focuses on hypercholesterolemia?
Definition
NCEP national cholesterol education program
Term
NCEP designed ATP 3 to do what?
Definition
calls for more LDL lowering tx
focuses on primary prevention for those with multiple RFs
dietary recommendations; TLC diet (therapeutic lifestyle change)
Term
what does DASH want you to do with your Na, K, and fiber?
Definition
low Na
high K
high fiber
Term
what type of diet is associated with the least amount of heart disease? explain it.
Definition
mediterranean
meat monthly, oils fruits veggies beans legums and grains daily, eggs poultry fish weekly with daily PA and wine in moderation
Term
excessive consumption of alcohol is associated with increased risk of ____
Definition
CHD
Term
at what level is alcohol beneficial for men and women?
Definition
2 glasses/day men
1 glass per day women
Term
are supplements of antioxidants and b vitamins recommended for CVD prevention?
Definition
no
Term
how many cups of coffee is moderate intake?
Definition
1-2 cups
use paper filter to reduce saturated fat
Term
what is the consensus on vitamin E supplements and heart disease?
Definition
stop giving them for that, have actually shown to raise the risk of dz
Term
what is glucosamine/chondroitin used for? drug interactions? be careful in pts with?
Definition
OA and other joints DOs
warfarin
diabetics
Term
what is saw palmetto used for?
Definition
BPH
Term
what is ginger used for?
Definition
nausea, motion sickness, arthritis
Term
what is gingko used for?
Definition
dementia, age related memory loss
Term
what is st johns wort used for?
Definition
mild to moderate depression
Term
st johns wort has lots of drug interactions, name three biggues
Definition
digoxin
warfarin
COCs
Term
echinacea used for?
Definition
wound healing agent
Term
what is kava used for?
Definition
seizure, anxiety,depression, insomnia, pain, muscle spas
Term
garlic used for? adverse rxns? who shouldnt use?
Definition
hyperlipidemia and HTN; bacterial, fungal, viral infxn
reduce clotting time and increase blood level of HIV med
breast feeding moms
Term
what is valerian used for? huge side effect?
Definition
sedative
liver tox!
Term
name 6 meds with high interaction potential with herbs?
Definition
coumadin (warfarin)
dilantin (phenytoin)
digoxin
cyclosporine
tagamet (cimetidine)
theophylline
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