Module 1 ASPEN questions with correct answers

Copper deficiency is associated with CORRECT ANSWER microcytic hypochromic anemia A pt receiving PN with a high ileostomy output is likely to require CORRECT ANSWER Increased sodium and increased fluid volume Which of the following is a characteristic of kwashiorkor malnutrition? 1) splenomegaly 2) hypoalbuminemia 3) hypocalcemia 4) cachexia CORRECT ANSWER Hypoalbuminemia Which of the following conditions is most likely to result in malnutrition? 1) cancer 2) pneumonia 3) gastric ulcer 4) multiple sclerosis CORRECT ANSWER Cancer Which of the following is most characteristic of metabolism in both stress and starvation related malnutrition? 1) ketosis 2) hypoglycemia 3) lypolysis 4) hypermetabolism CORRECT ANSWER Lypolysis What are the perameters for the Subjesctive Gobal Assessment (SGA)? CORRECT ANSWER 5 historical: weight history, dietary intake, GI symptoms, functional status and metabolic demand. 4 physical: subcutaneous fat, muscle wasting, edema and ascities at more than 1 body site.