17 Questions
What is a potential consequence of an omega-3 fatty acid deficiency?
Decreased visual acuity
What may be caused by a deficiency of omega-6 fatty acids?
Skin and coat abnormalities
What is the purpose of dietary fat restriction in certain disease management?
To treat animals with pancreatitis
What is a consequence of a protein deficiency?
Skin and coat problems, weight loss
What can fish oil supplements help with?
Inflammatory skin and bone disease
What is the primary function of maintenance energy requirements in animals?
Covers energy for daily activities and staying alive
What nutrients are required in addition to maintenance requirements for certain life stages?
Energy, protein, minerals, vitamins, and water
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of a lack of specific amino acids?
Reproductive problems
What is the relationship between BMR and MER?
BMR is a component of MER
What is the purpose of adding production energy requirements?
To determine energy needs for growth and lactation
Why are dietary fat restrictions used in disease management?
To manage inflammatory skin and bone disease
What is the result of a deficiency in omega-3 fatty acids on the neurologic system?
Decreased visual acuity
What is the purpose of adding nutrients above maintenance requirements?
To support growth, pregnancy, lactation, work or illness
What is included in the calculation of maintenance energy requirements?
Energy for muscle activity for foraging and being alive
What is the consequence of a lack of specific amino acids on the body?
Poor hormone control, immune function, disease recovery, brain, eye and heart function
What is the result of a dietary protein deficiency?
Reduced growth and milk production, poor coat, skin, weight loss
Why are dietary fat restrictions used in disease management?
To support animals with pancreatitis
Study Notes
Fatty Acid Deficiencies
- Omega-3 fatty acid deficiency leads to neurologic abnormalities, including decreased visual acuity
- Omega-6 fatty acid deficiency causes skin and coat abnormalities, reproductive problems, and failure to thrive
Protein Deficiencies
- Lack of protein results in reduced growth, poor milk production, poor coat, skin problems, and weight loss
- Deficiency of specific amino acids affects hormone control, immune function, disease recovery, brain function, eye function, and heart function
Dietary Fat Restriction
- Restricting dietary fat is used as a therapy for disease management, specifically for animals with pancreatitis
Fatty Acid Deficiencies
- Omega-3 fatty acid deficiency leads to neurologic abnormalities, including decreased visual acuity
- Omega-6 fatty acid deficiency causes skin and coat abnormalities, reproductive problems, and failure to thrive
Consequences of Nutrient Deficiencies
- Lack of protein results in reduced growth, poor milk production, poor coat, skin, and weight loss
- Deficiency of specific amino acids leads to poor hormone control, immune function, disease recovery, and impaired brain, eye, and heart function
Dietary Fat Restriction
- Used as a therapy in disease management, e.g., for animals with pancreatitis
Energy Requirements
- Maintenance energy requirements include:
- BMR (energy required to be alive)
- MER (energy for muscle activity, foraging, and heat)
- Production energy requirements include additional energy needed for:
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
- Growth
- Work/activity
- Illness/injury
- Psychological factors
- Environmental conditions
Fatty Acid Deficiencies
- Omega-3 fatty acid deficiency leads to neurologic abnormalities, including decreased visual acuity
- Omega-6 fatty acid deficiency causes skin and coat abnormalities, reproductive problems, and failure to thrive
Consequences of Nutrient Deficiencies
- Lack of protein results in reduced growth, poor milk production, poor coat, skin, and weight loss
- Deficiency of specific amino acids leads to poor hormone control, immune function, disease recovery, and impaired brain, eye, and heart function
Dietary Fat Restriction
- Used as a therapy in disease management, e.g., for animals with pancreatitis
Energy Requirements
- Maintenance energy requirements include:
- BMR (energy required to be alive)
- MER (energy for muscle activity, foraging, and heat)
- Production energy requirements include additional energy needed for:
- Pregnancy
- Lactation
- Growth
- Work/activity
- Illness/injury
- Psychological factors
- Environmental conditions
This quiz covers the effects of various nutritional deficiencies in animals, including omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, protein, and specific amino acids. Learn about the symptoms and consequences of these deficiencies.
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