What is the normal hematocrit level for women
36% to 44%
What is a normal Albumin level
3.4g/dl - 5.4g/dl
What is the normal hematocrit level for an infant
32% to 42%
What is the normal hemoglobin level for females
12 to 16 g/dl
What lab test result may indicate a weakened immune system.
Low platelet count may indicate a weakened immune system.
Low levels of these proteins can indicate protein-energy malnutrition.
Serum Albumin and Prealbumin
What is the normal hemoglobin level for males
14 to 18 g/dl
What is the normal sodium level
136 to 145 millimoles per liter
What is the normal vitamin B12 level
Above 300 pmol/L
What is a normal potassium level for an adult
3.5 to 5.2 mEq/L
What is the normal prealbumin level in a child
20 to 40 mg/dL
What is the normal magnesium level for a child
1.7 to 2.1 mg/dL
What is the normal hematocrit for men
41 to 50%
What is another name a low white blood cell count
Leukopenia
This may occur in malnourished individuals, especially those with inadequate caloric intake.
Low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia)
Yes, this is possible
This may indicate a weakened immune system in the human body
Low white blood cell count may indicate a weakened immune system.
What is the normal iron level for a man
60 to 180 mcg/dL
What is the normal prealbumin level in an adult
16 to 30 mg/dL
What is the normal hematocrit level for a newborn
45% to 61%
What blood levels may suggest iron deficiency or certain vitamin deficiencies.
Low hemoglobin (anemia) and hematocrit levels may suggest iron deficiency or certain vitamin deficiencies.
What is the normal potassium level for a child
3.4 to 4.7 mEq/L
Reduced levels of _______ can be an indicator of protein-energy malnutrition.
Serum Transferrin
What nutritional disease is this child's most likely diagnoses
Kwashiorkor
Does malnutrition affect the kidneys
Abnormalities in kidney function tests may occur due to dehydration or electrolyte imbalances associated with malnutrition.
Elevated ______ enzymes may be seen in malnutrition
Abnormal liver function tests, such as elevated liver enzymes, may be seen in malnutrition.
What two lipid levels are altered in malnourished individuals
Altered lipid levels (increased), such as low total cholesterol and triglycerides, may be observed in malnourished individuals.
Imbalances in these 3 electrolytes can occur in malnourished individuals. What are they?
Imbalances in electrolyte levels like potassium, sodium, and magnesium can occur in malnourished individuals, especially in severe cases.
Deficiencies of what vitamins and minerals are indicative of malnutrition.
Deficiencies in specific vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin D, vitamin B12, iron, zinc, and others, can be indicative of malnutrition.
What is the normal magnesium level for an adult
1.8 to 2.6 mg/dL
The woman in this photograph has most likely been diagnosed with
Anorexia nervosa
What is the normal vitamin D level
20 and 40 ng/mL
This condition results from lack of sufficient nutrients in the body, and causes fatigue, dizziness and growth-related problems.
Malnutrition
Which famous singer died from anorexia nervosa in 1983
Karen Carpenter
This syndrome can occur when somebody who is malnourished begins feeding again
Refeeding syndrome can happen when somebody who is malnourished begins feeding again
If an individual is diagnosed with marasmus there is a deficiency of __________
Marasmus is a deficiency of all macronutrients.
Name the severe form of malnutrition that can be found in very serious cases of starvation
Kwashiorkor is a severe form of malnutrition. It can be found in very severe cases of starvation and is more common in developing countries.
This children in this picture are most likely diagnosed with what nutritional disease
Marasmus
What is the normal iron level for a woman
60 - 160 mcg/dL
If one is diagnosed with kwashiorkor there is always a deficiency of _______
Kwashiorkor is a deficiency in protein predominantly. Kwashiorkor occurs in people who may have access to carbohydrates — bread, grains or starches — but lack protein in their diet.