Jack
Hank
Jughead
Mya
Charlie
100
What is the normal hematocrit level for women
36% to 44%
100
What is a normal Albumin level
3.4g/dl - 5.4g/dl
100
What is the normal hematocrit level for an infant
32% to 42%
100
What is the normal hemoglobin level for females
12 to 16 g/dl
100
What lab test result may indicate a weakened immune system.
Low platelet count may indicate a weakened immune system.
200
Low levels of these proteins can indicate protein-energy malnutrition.
Serum Albumin and Prealbumin
200
What is the normal hemoglobin level for males
14 to 18 g/dl
200
What is the normal sodium level
136 to 145 millimoles per liter
200
What is the normal vitamin B12 level
Above 300 pmol/L
200
What is a normal potassium level for an adult
3.5 to 5.2 mEq/L
300
What is the normal prealbumin level in a child
20 to 40 mg/dL
300
What is the normal magnesium level for a child
1.7 to 2.1 mg/dL
300
What is the normal hematocrit for men
41 to 50%
300
What is another name a low white blood cell count
Leukopenia
300
This may occur in malnourished individuals, especially those with inadequate caloric intake.
Low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia)
400
Will normal lab value ranges differ from one facilty/state to another?
Yes, this is possible
400
This may indicate a weakened immune system in the human body
Low white blood cell count may indicate a weakened immune system.
400
What is the normal iron level for a man
60 to 180 mcg/dL
400
What is the normal prealbumin level in an adult
16 to 30 mg/dL
400
What is the normal hematocrit level for a newborn
45% to 61%
500
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.
500
What is the normal potassium level for a child
3.4 to 4.7 mEq/L
500
Reduced levels of _______ can be an indicator of protein-energy malnutrition.
Serum Transferrin
500
What nutritional disease is this child's most likely diagnoses
Kwashiorkor
500
Does malnutrition affect the kidneys
Abnormalities in kidney function tests may occur due to dehydration or electrolyte imbalances associated with malnutrition.
600
Elevated ______ enzymes may be seen in malnutrition
Abnormal liver function tests, such as elevated liver enzymes, may be seen in malnutrition.
600
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.
600
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.
600
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.
600
What is the normal magnesium level for an adult
1.8 to 2.6 mg/dL
700
The woman in this photograph has most likely been diagnosed with
Anorexia nervosa
700
What is the normal vitamin D level
20 and 40 ng/mL
700
This condition results from lack of sufficient nutrients in the body, and causes fatigue, dizziness and growth-related problems.
Malnutrition
700
Which famous singer died from anorexia nervosa in 1983
Karen Carpenter
700
This syndrome can occur when somebody who is malnourished begins feeding again
Refeeding syndrome can happen when somebody who is malnourished begins feeding again
800
If an individual is diagnosed with marasmus there is a deficiency of __________
Marasmus is a deficiency of all macronutrients.
800
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.
800
This children in this picture are most likely diagnosed with what nutritional disease
Marasmus
800
What is the normal iron level for a woman
60 - 160 mcg/dL
800
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.