Module 5 Case study Questions and Answers Updated.

What could be Gertrude's problem? - Answer She could have another type of anemia besides iron deficiency anemia. Gertrude's European ancestry could increase her risk of having low folate status if she exposed her skin to excess sunlight (UV radiation). - Answer TRUE Gertrude's anemia is probably not due to a vitamin B12 deficiency, because vitamin B12 is found in animal food sources and Gertrude eats plenty of these. - Answer TRUE What is most likely causing Gertrude's anemia? A deficiency of: - Answer Folate What foods are lacking in Gertrude's diet that she would need to eat to correct her anemia? - Answer Dark Green Vegetables How could you confirm the cause of Gertrude's nutritional deficiency? -Do a complete dietary analysis to verify low dietary intake of the suspected nutrient -Verify clinical symptoms of anemia (weakness, pallor, fatigue, etc) -Perform biochemical tests to show a low level of the nutrient in her body -Provide the nutrient that is believed to cause her anemia back in her diet and consider supplementation. -All of the above - Answer ALL OF THE ABOVE Gertrude's unborn baby is at risk for spina bifida. - Answer TRUE Henry could have a vitamin B12 deficiency because he doesn't consume animal products and doesn't take a vitamin B12 supplement. - Answer TRUE Henry can correct his deficiency and maintain his vegan lifestyle by: -Taking a vitamin B12 supplement. -Eating foods that are designed for vegans and have vitamin B12 added to them. -Eating more broccoli and cauliflower - Answer A and B (-Taking a vitamin B12 supplement.