Exam 10: Nutrients Present in Calcified Structures

Very small amounts of minerals and trace minerals are needed to maintain optimal health. As with all nutrients, deficiencies and excesses of one mineral affect absorption and utilization of the others. The dental hygienist should understand and appreciate the relationships between nutrients present in calcified structures and optimal oral health. Match the nutrient or disorder with its appropriate action or result. -Vitamin E

Very small amounts of minerals and trace minerals are needed to maintain optimal health. As with all nutrients, deficiencies and excesses of one mineral affect absorption and utilization of the others. The dental hygienist should understand and appreciate the relationships between nutrients present in calcified structures and optimal oral health. Match the nutrient or disorder with its appropriate action or result. -Kayser-Fleischer ring

Which seafood is most likely to have the least amount of mercury?

Very small amounts of minerals and trace minerals are needed to maintain optimal health. As with all nutrients, deficiencies and excesses of one mineral affect absorption and utilization of the others. The dental hygienist should understand and appreciate the relationships between nutrients present in calcified structures and optimal oral health. Match the nutrient or disorder with its appropriate action or result. -Stannous

Approximately what percentage of copper is absorbed?

Copper deficiency causes lesions within connective tissues and bone.Copper has little to no measurable effect on enzyme synthesis and activity.

Each is true of chromium,except one.Which is the exception?

Which element is most likely to be found in a patient with extreme nausea,menopausal symptoms,and rheumatoid arthritis?

Very small amounts of minerals and trace minerals are needed to maintain optimal health. As with all nutrients, deficiencies and excesses of one mineral affect absorption and utilization of the others. The dental hygienist should understand and appreciate the relationships between nutrients present in calcified structures and optimal oral health. Match the nutrient or disorder with its appropriate action or result. -Madness

Very small amounts of minerals and trace minerals are needed to maintain optimal health. As with all nutrients, deficiencies and excesses of one mineral affect absorption and utilization of the others. The dental hygienist should understand and appreciate the relationships between nutrients present in calcified structures and optimal oral health. Match the nutrient or disorder with its appropriate action or result. -May promote dental caries

High doses of zinc supplements increase copper absorption.Large amounts of vitamin C supplements increase bioavailability of copper.

The mineral most likely to occur in shellfish,oysters,crabs,sesame,and sunflower seeds is:

Each is true of the effects of lead,except one.Which is the exception?

Which mineral is most closely associated with insulin metabolism?

A moderate intake of selenium has been linked to reduced risks of prostate,lung,and colon cancers and heart disease because of its role as an antioxidant.

Aluminum,an essential nutrient,is added to intravenous solutions because it increases absorption and distribution of the medications.

Very small amounts of minerals and trace minerals are needed to maintain optimal health. As with all nutrients, deficiencies and excesses of one mineral affect absorption and utilization of the others. The dental hygienist should understand and appreciate the relationships between nutrients present in calcified structures and optimal oral health. Match the nutrient or disorder with its appropriate action or result. -Potentiates action of insulin

Very small amounts of minerals and trace minerals are needed to maintain optimal health. As with all nutrients, deficiencies and excesses of one mineral affect absorption and utilization of the others. The dental hygienist should understand and appreciate the relationships between nutrients present in calcified structures and optimal oral health. Match the nutrient or disorder with its appropriate action or result. -Causes copper deficiency

Very small amounts of minerals and trace minerals are needed to maintain optimal health. As with all nutrients, deficiencies and excesses of one mineral affect absorption and utilization of the others. The dental hygienist should understand and appreciate the relationships between nutrients present in calcified structures and optimal oral health. Match the nutrient or disorder with its appropriate action or result. -Endemic cardiac myopathy

Which mineral is most important for carbohydrate and fat metabolism?