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Chapter 18: Gastrointestinal and Accessory Organ Problems

Chapter 19: Coronary Heart Disease and Hypertension

Chapter 20: Diabetes Mellitus

Questions-

1. What is the main cause of peptic ulcer disease and how is it treated?

2. An individual develops a mouth sore from chemotherapy, what types of foods would you recommend to decrease pain when eating?

3. How can someone potentially decrease their LDL levels?

4. What is cirrhosis? In the U.S., half of all cases are caused by what? How does this disease affect nutritional status?

5. What are three (3) diet recommendations for patients with type 2 diabetes?

6. How is short-acting insulin different from long-acting insulin in terms of onset, peak, and duration?

7. Mr. Jones is 20 pounds above his desirable weight and has type 2 diabetes. What two (2) actions would you recommend Mr. Jones take?

8. What is dysphagia? Name three medical conditions that could cause it. What two dietary changes would help a person with this condition?

9. What is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)? Name four dietary changes that are recommended. (2 points)

10. Crohn's disease often leads to malnutrition. Why? What four micronutrients are of concern?

11. What is the difference between diverticulosis and diverticulitis? What is the recommended dietary management during periods of remission?

12. What are three major differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?

13. What is HDL? What level of HDL is considered a higher risk for heart disease? Lower risk?

14. Grapefruit interacts with what three cardiovascular drug classes? In terms of drug availability, what does grapefruit do? Is it safe to drink eight ounces of grapefruit juice in the morning and take the medication at night?