Minerals
Give examples of foods high in calcium
fortified cereal, yogurt, milk, leafy greens, tofu, seafood
What are functions of Vitamin A and food examples?
Antioxidant - protects against free radicals
Necessary for adequate vision and boosts immune system
Examples: Apricots, carrots, cantaloupe,
liver, kidney egg yolk, sweet potatoes, squash
Iodine deficiencies include which disorders?
Goiter
Cretinism
Myxedema
What disorder would a patient have if they are receiving monthly Vitamin B12 injections?
Pernicious anemia
What is Aquamephyton?
A Vitamin K injection given to newborns to prevent bleeding
What equipment is needed to test for trousseau's sign?
Bonus: What is trousseau's sign and what does it determine?
a blood pressure cuff
inflating a blood pressure cuff on the patient's arm, if the patient has a severe calcium deficiency with muscle tetany present- the wrist will flex
What is scurvy and what are the signs and symptoms?
disease caused by a lack of vitamin C, leading to faulty collagen synthesis, which results in symptoms like fatigue, gum disease, joint pain, and bleeding skin
Hypogonadism and delayed sexual maturation can occur if what mineral is deficient?
Zinc
What is a common side effect of niacin when taken in higher doses?
Facial flushing, Flushing chest and arms, Itching sensation primarily on the face, arms, and chest
What tests would be ordered for a patient suspected of having thyroid gland problems?
TSH, T3 and T4
A child has several dental caries - what mineral will the dentist order?
Fluoride
Foods high in Vitamin C
Citrus fruits, Peppers, Tomatoes, White potatoes, Broccoli, Kale
A lack of vitamin D in the diet can lead to what bone disorders?
rickets, osteomalacia, and osteoporosis
what is the name of a prescribed iron supplement
ferrous sulfate
Signs and Symptoms of Pellagra
Bonus: What is Pellagra from?
3 D's
Dermatitis
Diarrhea
Dementia
Bonus: severe deficiency of niacin (b3)
What is Keshan Cardiomyopathy caused by?
Selenium deficiency
Ingesting too much carotene (Vit A), the skin becomes yellow. Frequently seen in infants. Skin returns to normal in 2-6 weeks after stopping excess intake
A patient with a history of alcoholism is at risk for a deficiency in which vitamin?
Vitamin B1 - Thiamine
Bonus: Why?
liver, navy beans, raisins, red meat, clams, green leafy veggies, oysters, fortified cereals
A patient is complaining of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and has an irregular pulse. For what deficiency would the nurse anticipate the provider to check?
Potassium
Bonus: What ways can we administer replacement potassium?
Symptoms of Hypernatremia
thirst, flushed skin, hypertension, agitation
Sources of Vit D
SUNLIGHT MAJOR SOURCE 10-15 minutes per day Fortified milk, salmon, shrimp, cod liver oil supplement
Disorder related to a copper deficiency and presents with sparse, kinky hair and failure to thrive?
Menkes Syndrome
Pregnant patients need what in their diet to reduce risk of spina bifida in baby?
Folic Acid
Which vitamin must be stopped before surgery?
Bonus: Why?
Vitamin E
Bonus: Vit E works to prevent blood clotting