Respiratory Disorders
This chronic condition involves narrowing of the airways, often cause by allergens or irritants.
What is asthma?
This vitamin is often needed to be supplemented in COPD patients due to increased energy expenditure.
What is vitamin C?
This type of heart disease is caused by a buildup of plaque in the coronary arteries, which can restrict blood flow and lead to chest pain or myocardial infarction (Heart attack)
What is coronary artery disease (CAD)?
This diet is commonly recommended for patients with cardiovascular disease to help reduce cholesterol levels and improve heart health.
What is the Mediterranean diet or what is the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to STOP Hypertension)?
This nutrition assessment tool is used to determine if a patient is at risk for malnutrition and can identify the need for intervention.
What is the Mini Nutrition Assessment (MNA)?
This progressive, irreversible lung disease is characterized by airflow limitation and includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
What is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?
Patients with this condition may benefit from a high-protein, high calorie diet to combat malnutrition and muscle wasting.
What is COPD?
Which of the lipoproteins is the primary cholesterol carrier in blood?
What is LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein)
Patients with heart failure may need to limit this electrolyte in their diet to help reduce fluid retention and prevent worsening of symptoms.
What is sodium?
bonus: How much sodium does the USDA recommend for healthy adults?
For a patient with COPD, this method of feeding may be suggested to prevent fatigue associated with chewing and swallowing.
What is enteral nutrition support via feeding tube?
This infection of the lungs, typically caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi, can cause symptoms like cough, fever, and difficulty breathing.
What is pneumonia?
This nutrient is especially important for individuals with asthma because it helps reduce inflammation.
What is omega-3 fatty acid?
This condition involves an abnormal heart rhythm, which can lead to an increased risk of stroke and heart failure.
What is atrial fibrillation?
This fat, typically found in animal products and processed foods, should be limited in the diet of individuals with heart disease due to its association with increased cholesterol levels.
What is saturated fat?
The condition where fluid accumulates in the lungs due to heart failure, leading to shortness of breath.
what is pulmonary edema?
This genetic disorder leads to thick, sticky mucus production, causing frequent respiratory infections and digestive problems.
What is cystic fibrosis?
This dietary intervention can help reduce the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition that may worsen asthma or COPD symptoms.
What is a low-fat diet?
This condition is a result of a blocked or ruptured artery in the brain, cutting off blood supply and potentially leading to paralysis or cognitive deficits.
What is a Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA) or stroke?
This type of fat, found in fatty fish, flaxseed, and walnuts, is beneficial for heart health and may reduce inflammation and triglyceride levels.
What is omega-3 fatty acid?
This chronic disease, which is often associated with obesity and poor diet, significantly increases the risk of developing heart disease.
What is type 2 diabetes?
This nutrient, critical for respiratory muscle function and energy production, may be deficient in patients with COPD or other chronic lung conditions.
What is magnesium?
This vitamin, often deficient in individuals with cystic fibrosis, is crucial for lung health and immune function.
What is vitamin D?
This condition involves the heart's inability to pump blood effectively, leading to buildup of fluid in the lungs, liver, and extremities, often caused by coronary heart disease or hypertension.
What is congestive heart failure (CHF)?
This mineral, commonly found in leafy greens and legumes, is important for blood pressure regulation and may be beneficial for individuals with hypertension.
What is potassium?
This class of medications, commonly prescribed for heart disease, helps lower blood pressure by blocking the effects of a hormone that constricts blood vessels.
What are ACE inhibitors?