Gerontological Nursing:
Immunity, Nutrition,
Hydration & Elimination |
Study Guide & Exam
Review
|Guaranteed success|
, What does failure to distinguish self from non-self Autoimmune reactions where the immune system attacks the body's own
contribute to? tissues.
Where does carbohydrate digestion begin? In the mouth.
What enzyme in saliva begins carbohydrate digestion? Salivary amylase.
What is a major function of carbohydrates? To provide energy, including glucose used by the brain.
Which vitamins are fat-soluble? Vitamins A, D, E, and K.
Why does the body need dietary fat? For energy, cell structure, essential fatty acids, and absorbing fat-soluble
vitamins.
Why is protein important for wound healing? It supplies amino acids needed to build and repair tissue.
How can severe protein deficiency contribute to Low plasma proteins reduce oncotic pressure, causing fluid to move into
edema? tissues.
Why can poor protein intake increase infection risk? Protein is required to support immune cells and antibody production.
What are the two main types of dietary fiber? Soluble fiber and insoluble fiber.
What is a major benefit of soluble fiber? It softens stool, lowers LDL cholesterol, and moderates blood glucose.
What is a major benefit of insoluble fiber? It adds bulk and promotes bowel movement.
Name four common electrolytes/minerals. Calcium, chloride, magnesium, and potassium.
What are major functions of minerals? They support bones/teeth and regulate nerve, muscle, fluid, and acid-base
functions.
Why may older adults need fewer calories? They often have lower energy expenditure and reduced physical activity.
How can decreased saliva affect nutrition? It impairs chewing, bolus formation, swallowing, and initial carbohydrate
digestion.
Immunity, Nutrition,
Hydration & Elimination |
Study Guide & Exam
Review
|Guaranteed success|
, What does failure to distinguish self from non-self Autoimmune reactions where the immune system attacks the body's own
contribute to? tissues.
Where does carbohydrate digestion begin? In the mouth.
What enzyme in saliva begins carbohydrate digestion? Salivary amylase.
What is a major function of carbohydrates? To provide energy, including glucose used by the brain.
Which vitamins are fat-soluble? Vitamins A, D, E, and K.
Why does the body need dietary fat? For energy, cell structure, essential fatty acids, and absorbing fat-soluble
vitamins.
Why is protein important for wound healing? It supplies amino acids needed to build and repair tissue.
How can severe protein deficiency contribute to Low plasma proteins reduce oncotic pressure, causing fluid to move into
edema? tissues.
Why can poor protein intake increase infection risk? Protein is required to support immune cells and antibody production.
What are the two main types of dietary fiber? Soluble fiber and insoluble fiber.
What is a major benefit of soluble fiber? It softens stool, lowers LDL cholesterol, and moderates blood glucose.
What is a major benefit of insoluble fiber? It adds bulk and promotes bowel movement.
Name four common electrolytes/minerals. Calcium, chloride, magnesium, and potassium.
What are major functions of minerals? They support bones/teeth and regulate nerve, muscle, fluid, and acid-base
functions.
Why may older adults need fewer calories? They often have lower energy expenditure and reduced physical activity.
How can decreased saliva affect nutrition? It impairs chewing, bolus formation, swallowing, and initial carbohydrate
digestion.
