Final Study Content Flashcards
(44 cards)
What is intergrative health?
It is the combined use of both traditional and alternative medicine that is used to the whole person rather than as an organ, or organ system
What complementary health?
It is when non conventional and conventional health approaches are used to help support someone
What is holistic health?
It encompasses more of a mulitdimentional apporoach to health and uses a mix of alternative and traditional approaches. By focusing on treating the psychological, familial, spritual, emotional, and biological health
What is mind and body health?
It involves treatments that focus on the connection between the mind and body to promote health
What is whole person health?
It focuses on treating individuals, families, communities, and populations. On multiple levels including biological, behavioral, social, and environmental rather than just a condition.
What is alternative health?
It is when apporaches that are outside of the western health perspective are used instead of conventional practices
Which vitamins are fat soluable?
A, D, E, K
What vitamins are water soluable?
B9, B3, B 12, and c
What is the function of vitamin A?
Vision and immune function
What is the function of vitamin K?
Blood clotting
What is the function of vitamin D?
Calcium absorption
What is the function of vitamin E?
round up loose electrolytes
________ are essential for the growth of tissues
proteins
____________help with absorption of fat soluble vitamins
Lipids (fats)
_______________ are the body’s main source of energy
carbohydrates
Which of the following is a micro nutrient?
a) protein
b) fats
c) carbs
d) vitamins
d
A nurse is assessing the nutritional status of a patient. Which factor should not be included in the assessment of the patients nutrition status?
a) social factors such as culture
b) medication and supplement use
c) social media and podcast use
d) dietary intake and eating habits
e) physical examination and body measurements
c
Where do peristaltic movements take place in the digestion system?
in the stomach and the intestines
Which of the following are interventions to help communities in food deserts gain better access to fresh foods? Select all that apply.
a) starting a local farmers market to deliver fresh produce to the community
b) creating local community gardens
c)encouraging residents to continue shopping only at their local convenience stores.
d) increasing healthy options at local grocery stores
e) distributing food vouchers for fast food restaurants to prevent malnutrition
a, b and d
What factors can affect the composition of the gut microbiome? Select all that apply
a) antibiotic use
b) where you live
c)diet and nutrition
d) stress levels
All of the above
What are the roles of microbiome?
to digest food and support the immune system by protecting against harmful pathogens
What should pregnant people include in their diet?
a variety of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains
A community health nurse is assessing the nutritional needs of a vulnerable population, which includes low-income families, elderly individuals, and houseless people. Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize to address the nutritional needs of these populations? (Select all that apply.)
a) implement community gardens to increase access to fresh produce.
b) encourage increased consumption of expensive organic foods to ensure better nutrition.
c)provide education on accessing and preparing affordable, nutritious meals.
d) refer individuals to food assistance programs and local food banks.
e)advise individuals to avoid carbohydrates to prevent obesity.
a, c, and d
A nurse is educating a group of elderly patients on the importance of nutrition. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching?
a) “avoid drinking water with meals to improve nutrient absorption.”
b) “taking a daily multivitamin can replace the need for a balanced diet.”
c. “eating small, frequent meals can help increase your caloric intake.”
d. “you should limit your intake of protein to avoid kidney problems.”
C
