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MEC - Sarcopenia Flashcards

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What is sarcopenia?

A

Age-related progressive loss of muscle mass and strength

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Name 2 things sarcopenia is a risk factor for?

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  • Increased frailty
  • Falls
  • Fractures
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Name 2 risk factors for developing sarcopenia

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  • Physical inactivity
  • Obesity
  • Chronic diseases i.e. COPD, kidney disease, diabetes, cancer and HIV
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Insulin resistance
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Unintentional weight loss greater than what within what time frame is diagnostic of malnutrition?

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10% in the last 3-6 months

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