Question 1

Which is a true statement regarding alcoholism in older adults?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Approximately 20% of people over 65 abuse alcohol. 
B)  ​Most adults become addicted to alcohol later in life in response to problems. 
C)  ​Older adults are even more susceptible to nutrient deficiencies when they abuse alcohol. 
D)  ​Most primary care providers identify alcohol abuse in older adults because of routine assessments. 
E)  ​Alcohol abuse among older adults is one of the most commonly identified problems of aging. 
A)  ​Approximately 20% of people over 65 abuse alcohol. 
B)  ​Most adults become addicted to alcohol later in life in response to problems. 
C)  ​Older adults are even more susceptible to nutrient deficiencies when they abuse alcohol. 
D)  ​Most primary care providers identify alcohol abuse in older adults because of routine assessments. 
E)  ​Alcohol abuse among older adults is one of the most commonly identified problems of aging.

Question 2

The hepatotoxic alcohol threshold at which ALD may develop is 20 g (two drinks) daily for men.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Describe possible complications associated with thiamin deficiency in the patient with alcohol dependency.

Accepted Answer

The most common cause of thiamin deficie

Question 4

Briefly describe the three major hypotheses that explain the impairment of neurotransmission involved with hepatic encephalopathy.

Accepted Answer

Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is a syndrom

Question 5

Which type of hepatitis is most commonly transmitted through the fecal-oral route?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​hepatitis A 
B)  ​hepatitis B 
C)  ​hepatitis C 
D)  ​hepatitis D 
E)  ​hepatitis E 
A)  ​hepatitis A 
B)  ​hepatitis B 
C)  ​hepatitis C 
D)  ​hepatitis D 
E)  ​hepatitis E

Question 6

_______________ is an inflammation of the biliary ducts, usually secondary to obstruction of the common bile duct leading to infection.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______________ is an inflammation of the biliary...

Question 7

Following the paracentesis, the nutritionist might recommend what component to the nutrition prescription?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​vitamin B12 
B)  ​protein 
C)  ​hypertonic fluid 
D)  ​vitamin D 
E)  ​potassium 
A)  ​vitamin B12 
B)  ​protein 
C)  ​hypertonic fluid 
D)  ​vitamin D 
E)  ​potassium

Question 8

Ammonia is absorbed and transported in the intestinal venous blood to the liver, where it is metabolized into what substance?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​amino acids 
B)  ​urea 
C)  ​fatty acids 
D)  ​glucose 
E)  ​glycogen 
A)  ​amino acids 
B)  ​urea 
C)  ​fatty acids 
D)  ​glucose 
E)  ​glycogen

Question 9

The most common causes of cirrhosis are chronic HCV and alcoholism, and 95% of heavy drinkers develop the disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which condition is commonly associated with chronic pancreatitis?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​celiac disease 
B)  ​anorexia 
C)  ​diabetes 
D)  ​renal failure 
E)  ​atrial fibrillation 
A)  ​celiac disease 
B)  ​anorexia 
C)  ​diabetes 
D)  ​renal failure 
E)  ​atrial fibrillation

Question 11

Describe the major functions of the pancreas.

Accepted Answer

The pancreas has two major functions: ex

Question 12

Common manifestations of all types of hepatitis include jaundice, fatigue, vomiting, and:​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​epigastric pain. 
B)  ​dark urine. 
C)  ​diarrhea. 
D)  ​generalized rash. 
E)  ​dilated pupils. 
A)  ​epigastric pain. 
B)  ​dark urine. 
C)  ​diarrhea. 
D)  ​generalized rash. 
E)  ​dilated pupils.

Question 13

When ascites is present, which nutrition modification is typically necessary?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​low sodium 
B)  ​decreased fluid intake 
C)  ​increased vitamin K 
D)  ​low fiber 
E)  ​decreased protein 
A)  ​low sodium 
B)  ​decreased fluid intake 
C)  ​increased vitamin K 
D)  ​low fiber 
E)  ​decreased protein

Question 14

When steatorrhea associated with pancreatitis occurs, what intervention should follow?​
​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Administration of pancreatic digestive enzymes 
B)  ​Early initiation (within 48 hours) of enteral nutrition 
C)  ​A low-carbohydrate nutrition prescription with modest protein 
D)  ​Calcium supplements along with a multivitamin 
E)  ​Fluid and sodium restriction 
A)  ​Administration of pancreatic digestive enzymes 
B)  ​Early initiation (within 48 hours) of enteral nutrition 
C)  ​A low-carbohydrate nutrition prescription with modest protein 
D)  ​Calcium supplements along with a multivitamin 
E)  ​Fluid and sodium restriction

Question 15

The hepatic duct descends to the right for a few inches and is then joined by the cystic duct from the gallbladder to form the _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The hepatic duct descends to the right...

Question 16

What treatment is used in the management of both hepatitis B and hepatitis C?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​neomycin 
B)  ​spironolactone 
C)  ​prednisone 
D)  ​interferon 
E)  ​famotidine 
A)  ​neomycin 
B)  ​spironolactone 
C)  ​prednisone 
D)  ​interferon 
E)  ​famotidine

Question 17

_______________ or steatosis occurs in about 25% of the general U.S. population and 90% of chronic alcohol abusers.

Accepted Answer

Fatty live

Question 18

At which level of serum bilirubin does the skin begin to appear jaundiced?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​1.0-1.1 mg/dL 
B)  ​1.5-1.9 mg/dL 
C)  ​2.1-2.4 mg/dL 
D)  ​2.5-3.0 mg/dL 
E)  ​3.3-3.5 mg/dL 
A)  ​1.0-1.1 mg/dL 
B)  ​1.5-1.9 mg/dL 
C)  ​2.1-2.4 mg/dL 
D)  ​2.5-3.0 mg/dL 
E)  ​3.3-3.5 mg/dL

Question 19

The most common nutrient-drug interactions that occur with antiviral medications are:​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​high cholesterol and hypertriglyceridemia. 
B)  ​dyspepsia, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. 
C)  ​hematochezia and iron deficiency anemia. 
D)  ​muscle cramps, joint pain, and fever. 
E)  ​headache, dizziness, and confusion. 
A)  ​high cholesterol and hypertriglyceridemia. 
B)  ​dyspepsia, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. 
C)  ​hematochezia and iron deficiency anemia. 
D)  ​muscle cramps, joint pain, and fever. 
E)  ​headache, dizziness, and confusion.

Question 20

Explain why malnutrition is prominent in the patient with alcoholism or alcoholic hepatitis.

Accepted Answer

Alcohol often replaces food in the diet.

Exam 16: Diseases of the Liver - Gallbladder - and Exocrine Pancreas

Which is a true statement regarding alcoholism in older adults?​

The hepatotoxic alcohol threshold at which ALD may develop is 20 g (two drinks) daily for men.

Describe possible complications associated with thiamin deficiency in the patient with alcohol dependency.

Briefly describe the three major hypotheses that explain the impairment of neurotransmission involved with hepatic encephalopathy.

Which type of hepatitis is most commonly transmitted through the fecal-oral route?​

_______________ is an inflammation of the biliary ducts, usually secondary to obstruction of the common bile duct leading to infection.

Following the paracentesis, the nutritionist might recommend what component to the nutrition prescription?​

Ammonia is absorbed and transported in the intestinal venous blood to the liver, where it is metabolized into what substance?

The most common causes of cirrhosis are chronic HCV and alcoholism, and 95% of heavy drinkers develop the disease.

Which condition is commonly associated with chronic pancreatitis?​

Describe the major functions of the pancreas.

Common manifestations of all types of hepatitis include jaundice, fatigue, vomiting, and:​

When ascites is present, which nutrition modification is typically necessary?​

When steatorrhea associated with pancreatitis occurs, what intervention should follow?​ ​

The hepatic duct descends to the right for a few inches and is then joined by the cystic duct from the gallbladder to form the _______________.

What treatment is used in the management of both hepatitis B and hepatitis C?​

_______________ or steatosis occurs in about 25% of the general U.S. population and 90% of chronic alcohol abusers.

At which level of serum bilirubin does the skin begin to appear jaundiced?​

The most common nutrient-drug interactions that occur with antiviral medications are:​

Explain why malnutrition is prominent in the patient with alcoholism or alcoholic hepatitis.

Role of the Dietitian in the Health Care System

The Nutrition Care Process

Nutrition Assessment - Foundation of the Nutrition Care Process

Nutrition Intervention and Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation

Enteral and Parental Nutrition Support

Documentation of the Nutrition Care Process

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Acid Base Balance

Cellular and Physiological Response to Injury - the Role of the Immune System

Nutritional Genomics

Pharmacology

Diseases and Disorders of Energy Imbalance

Diseases of the Cardiovascular System

Diseases of the Upper Gastrointestinal Tract

Diseases of the Lower Gastrointenstinal Tract

Diseases of the Endocrine System

Diseases of the Renal System

Diseases of the Hematological System

Diseases and Disorders of the Neurological System

Diseases of the Respiratory System

Metabolic Stress and the Critically Ill

Neoplastic Disease

HIV and Aids

Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System

Metabolic Disorders

Filters

Which is a true statement regarding alcoholism in older adults?

Which type of hepatitis is most commonly transmitted through the fecal-oral route?

Following the paracentesis, the nutritionist might recommend what component to the nutrition prescription?

Which condition is commonly associated with chronic pancreatitis?

Common manifestations of all types of hepatitis include jaundice, fatigue, vomiting, and:

When ascites is present, which nutrition modification is typically necessary?

When steatorrhea associated with pancreatitis occurs, what intervention should follow?

What treatment is used in the management of both hepatitis B and hepatitis C?

At which level of serum bilirubin does the skin begin to appear jaundiced?

The most common nutrient-drug interactions that occur with antiviral medications are: