Exam 19: Carbohydrate- and Fat-Modified Diets for Malabsorption Disorders

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What advice should not be given to individuals who are interested in incorporating MCT oil into their diet? ​

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In celiac disease, which portion of the digestive tract is typically affected? ​

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short bowel syndrome
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excessive fat in the stools resulting from fat malabsorption; characterized by stools that are loose, frothy, and foul smelling due to a high fat content
do not require lipase or bile for digestion and absorption, can be used as an alternative source of dietary fat
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short bowel syndrome
excessive fat in the stools resulting from fat malabsorption; characterized by stools that are loose, frothy, and foul smelling due to a high fat content
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Many lactose-intolerant individuals can tolerate up to two cups of milk per day, especially when intake is divided throughout the day and taken with food.

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sickle cell anemia
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production of RBCs
characterized by large immature red blood cells, as occurs in folate or vitamin B12 deficiency
genetic mutation that reduces hemoglobin synthesis
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sickle cell anemia
production of RBCs
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Case Study Questions ​ Use the following case study to answer questions. Kati is a 27-year-old Caucasian who works as a bank teller. She is 5'3" tall and weighs 102 pounds. She began experiencing recurrent gastrointestinal disturbances, such as diarrhea, steatorrhea, and flatulence, several months ago. She made an appointment with her physician after noticing that she was losing weight. Laboratory tests confirmed a diagnosis of celiac disease. -Kati will require nutrition education aimed at eliminating gluten from her diet. The dietitian will teach Kati to:

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Hemolytic anemia is associated with a deficiency of:

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xylose absorption
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refers to medications or enzyme preparations that are coated to withstand gastric acidity and dissolve only at the higher pH of the small intestine
an inherited disease characterized by the production of abnormally viscous exocrine secretions
used to test whether small intestine is able to absorb nutrients
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xylose absorption
refers to medications or enzyme preparations that are coated to withstand gastric acidity and dissolve only at the higher pH of the small intestine
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aplastic anemia
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failure of stem cells to develop into RBCs
immature RBC
genetic mutation that reduces hemoglobin synthesis
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aplastic anemia
failure of stem cells to develop into RBCs
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Describe the dietary restrictions for a patient with celiac disease.

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Case Study Child with Cystic Fibrosis: Julia Franklin is a 6-year-old child who was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at age 2. She has a poor appetite, and her height and weight are below normal for her age. Her parents have been instructed to feed her a high-calorie, high-protein, high-fat diet with extra salt and to provide snacks between all meals. She takes supplemental enzymes each time she eats. She experiences frequent respiratory infections and has had numerous hospitalizations for cystic fibrosis exacerbation since her diagnosis. -What complications might Julia develop as she gets older?

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Which malabsorption disorder is caused by an intestinal infection?

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The xylose test is used to diagnose:

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Acute pancreatitis can be caused by all of these conditions EXCEPT:

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What would you recommend for a patient with cystic fibrosis who experiences persistent steatorrhea, gas, and abdominal distention? ​

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For patients with fat malabsorption problems, dietary fat is better tolerated if it is:

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steatorrhea
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NONE
refers to medications or enzyme preparations that are coated to withstand gastric acidity and dissolve only at the higher pH of the small intestine
chemical compounds formed from fatty acids and positively charged minerals
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steatorrhea
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erythropoietin
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production of RBCs
results from iron deficiency
immature RBC
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erythropoietin
production of RBCs
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Celiac disease affects intestinal tissue and results in:

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Which clinical procedure does not evaluate and diagnose malabsorption? ​

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