Exam 13: Nutrients Involved in Blood Health and Immunity

Your grandfather is very confused. He has always been told that broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and green leafy vegetables are healthy. After a recent medical appointment his doctor has told him to carefully monitor his intake of these foods. His doctor also explained to him that he needs to take a drug warfarin. How would you justify the doctor's advice to your grandfather?

Prothrombin and factor VII are:

Individuals can have a disorder where they have too few platelets. What effect would this have on bleeding? Why?

Inadequate intrinsic factor is associated with:

Which of the following foods would be the BEST choice to enhance zinc absorption?

Joseph is a three-year-old boy who is undernourished but otherwise healthy. His daily iron intakes average 4 mg. Which of the following is he at risk for?

Vitamin B₁₂ is also called:

Cara strongly believes that the birth processes should be entirely natural. She is concerned when the doctor explains that he would like to give her baby a Vitamin K injection. How would you advise Cara?

Mr. Lopez has a family history of cardiovascular disease and elevated homocysteine levels. A researcher asks Mr. Lopez if he is interested in participating in a trial to look at the effects of a vitamin B₁₂ supplement on cardiovascular events. Why would a researcher hypothesize that a vitamin B₁₂ supplement will reduce Mr Lopez's cardiovascular risk?

Which of the following cells are key to our immune function?

In Canada, folic acid is added to enriched grain products. Consider the role of folate in the body and the concerns with a deficient or excessive intake. Do you agree with the mandatory fortification? Why or why not?

The oxygen-carrying protein found in our red blood cells is called:

Which of the following individuals would be the MOST likely to have adequate iron stores?

Approximately what percentage of dietary zinc is absorbed?

Pernicious anemia is classified as a type of ________ anemia.

Which of the following is part of the innate immune system?

Caterina is a competitive road cyclist training for a large cycle touring race. She is trying to keep her body weight low to increase her speed on the bike and has not been consuming very much food lately. She has recently been complaining of fatigue and her doctor sent her to have her ferritin levels checked. The report found that her ferritin is low. Why did the doctor send her to have her ferritin levels checked? What type of anemia is she most at risk for? How will this impact her performance? Which supplement(s)would the doctor recommend? What are the concerns of associated supplementation?

To reduce the chances of having a baby with neural tube defects, all women of child bearing potential should ensure they have an adequate intake of which vitamin?

A blood test reveals that an individual has low levels of circulating neutrophils. Which mineral deficiency would you check for first? How would a deficiency of this mineral impact their ability to fight an infection?

________ is the most common nutrient deficiency worldwide.