Diabetics are prone to infections due to all of the following except:
a. poor circulation.
b. hyperglycemia.
c. ketosis.
d. weakened immune function.
Q. 2A petite, elderly white female, age 68, is referred to a dietitian for counseling about how to get more calcium in her diet. Identify the DRI for calcium and compose a one-day menu sample of how this woman could consume adequate calcium. Also, identify one type of physical activity that would help strengthen her bones but not increase her risk of falling.
Q. 3All of the following are symptoms of diabetes except:
a. polyuria.
b. polyphagia.
c. polydipsia.
d. polyglycosuria.
Q. 4Discuss special concerns for self-management training in older adults with diabetes.
Q. 5Which of the following are associated with the acute complications of diabetes?
a. hyperglycemia, vomiting, and dehydration
b. vomiting, polyuria, and infections of the urinary tract
c. hyperglycemia, dehydration, and polyuria
d. dehydration, polyuria, and lack of thirst
Q. 6List nutritional strategies to normalize blood pressure for older adults. Discuss some highlights and features of the DASH diet.
Q. 7Excessive urine production is called:
a. polydipsia.
b. polyuria.
c. ketonuria.
d. glycosuria.
Q. 8Discuss nutritional risk factors for the development of constipation, along with nutritional remedies for treating it.
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