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Which are fat soluble vitamins? (Select all that apply)
Which are fat soluble vitamins? (Select all that apply)
- Vitamin D (correct)
- Vitamin A (correct)
- Vitamin K (correct)
- Vitamin B1
- Vitamin E (correct)
What vitamin am I lacking if I show signs of neuritis, pain, tingling in extremities, and loss of reflexes?
What vitamin am I lacking if I show signs of neuritis, pain, tingling in extremities, and loss of reflexes?
Vitamin B1
Which are water soluble vitamins? (Select all that apply)
Which are water soluble vitamins? (Select all that apply)
- Vitamin K
- Vitamin B1 (correct)
- Vitamin B2 (correct)
- Vitamin B12 (correct)
- Vitamin C (correct)
- Vitamin A
Which mineral is found in citrus, bananas, tomatoes, potato skin, cantaloupes, avocados, dried fruits, cooked dried beans, and peas?
Which mineral is found in citrus, bananas, tomatoes, potato skin, cantaloupes, avocados, dried fruits, cooked dried beans, and peas?
Which vitamin deficiency causes night blindness?
Which vitamin deficiency causes night blindness?
Which mineral is vital for the oxygen-carrying and delivery component of blood?
Which mineral is vital for the oxygen-carrying and delivery component of blood?
Which vitamin helps with the maturation of red blood cells and maintenance of the nervous system?
Which vitamin helps with the maturation of red blood cells and maintenance of the nervous system?
Which vitamin is involved in protein synthesis, the production of red blood cells, and cell division?
Which vitamin is involved in protein synthesis, the production of red blood cells, and cell division?
What vitamins are needed for wound injuries? (Select all that apply)
What vitamins are needed for wound injuries? (Select all that apply)
Which vitamin is synthesized in the body through the action of sunlight on the skin?
Which vitamin is synthesized in the body through the action of sunlight on the skin?
Which vitamin deficiency during pregnancy can result in neural tube defects such as spina bifida?
Which vitamin deficiency during pregnancy can result in neural tube defects such as spina bifida?
Which mineral helps with normal muscular irritability such as heartbeat regulation?
Which mineral helps with normal muscular irritability such as heartbeat regulation?
Which vitamin aids in cell growth and metabolism, with the release of energy from carbohydrates, proteins, and fats?
Which vitamin aids in cell growth and metabolism, with the release of energy from carbohydrates, proteins, and fats?
Which vitamin protects the tissues of the eyes, skin, liver, breasts, muscles, and lungs while decreasing platelet clumping?
Which vitamin protects the tissues of the eyes, skin, liver, breasts, muscles, and lungs while decreasing platelet clumping?
What vitamin am I lacking if I show signs of petechiae and bruising, hematuria, and melena?
What vitamin am I lacking if I show signs of petechiae and bruising, hematuria, and melena?
What are the signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia?
What are the signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia?
Which vitamin is necessary for the normal functions of the nervous and cardiovascular systems?
Which vitamin is necessary for the normal functions of the nervous and cardiovascular systems?
What vitamins are required for individuals with alcoholism? (Select all that apply)
What vitamins are required for individuals with alcoholism? (Select all that apply)
Which vitamin is needed for growth and development in bones, soft tissue, and skin?
Which vitamin is needed for growth and development in bones, soft tissue, and skin?
What vitamin am I lacking if I show signs of glossitis and cheilosis?
What vitamin am I lacking if I show signs of glossitis and cheilosis?
Which vitamin helps in regulating calcium and phosphorus absorption for healthy bones and teeth?
Which vitamin helps in regulating calcium and phosphorus absorption for healthy bones and teeth?
Which vitamin is found in leafy green vegetables, avocados, beets, orange juice, kidney beans, and organ meats? (Select all that apply)
Which vitamin is found in leafy green vegetables, avocados, beets, orange juice, kidney beans, and organ meats? (Select all that apply)
What vitamins are needed for a dialysis patient? (Select all that apply)
What vitamins are needed for a dialysis patient? (Select all that apply)
Which vitamin is not stored in the body and helps with blood clotting?
Which vitamin is not stored in the body and helps with blood clotting?
Which vitamin is unstable when exposed to heat or air or combined with alkaline compounds?
Which vitamin is unstable when exposed to heat or air or combined with alkaline compounds?
What mineral am I lacking if I have excessive fluid loss such as bleeding, diarrhea, vomiting, or excessive perspiration?
What mineral am I lacking if I have excessive fluid loss such as bleeding, diarrhea, vomiting, or excessive perspiration?
Which vitamin helps with the maintenance of normal nerves and muscles?
Which vitamin helps with the maintenance of normal nerves and muscles?
What mineral am I lacking if I experience muscular weakness, paralysis, or cardiac arrhythmias?
What mineral am I lacking if I experience muscular weakness, paralysis, or cardiac arrhythmias?
Which vitamin did I overdose on if I show an increase in bleeding?
Which vitamin did I overdose on if I show an increase in bleeding?
Which mineral helps in strong bones and teeth, contraction of cardiac, smooth, and skeletal muscles, and prevention of heart disease?
Which mineral helps in strong bones and teeth, contraction of cardiac, smooth, and skeletal muscles, and prevention of heart disease?
Which vitamin helps with the formation of intracellular substances (collagen) and normal development of teeth, gums, and bones?
Which vitamin helps with the formation of intracellular substances (collagen) and normal development of teeth, gums, and bones?
What mineral am I lacking if I show signs of osteoporosis and rickets in children?
What mineral am I lacking if I show signs of osteoporosis and rickets in children?
Which mineral helps with hemoglobin formation?
Which mineral helps with hemoglobin formation?
Which vitamin deficiency can show slow growth, anorexia, weight loss, and bone and teeth deformities?
Which vitamin deficiency can show slow growth, anorexia, weight loss, and bone and teeth deformities?
What vitamin did I overdose on when showing heart rhythm abnormalities and hypercalcemia with convulsions or confusion?
What vitamin did I overdose on when showing heart rhythm abnormalities and hypercalcemia with convulsions or confusion?
What are the signs and symptoms of hypokalemia?
What are the signs and symptoms of hypokalemia?
Which vitamin is found in green or leafy vegetables, cabbage, vegetable oils, cheese, eggs, and liver?
Which vitamin is found in green or leafy vegetables, cabbage, vegetable oils, cheese, eggs, and liver?
What vitamin am I lacking if I show signs of rickets and tetany?
What vitamin am I lacking if I show signs of rickets and tetany?
Flashcards
Vitamin B1 deficiency
Vitamin B1 deficiency
Causes neuritis and loss of reflexes.
Vitamin A deficiency
Vitamin A deficiency
Leads to night blindness.
Vitamin B2 deficiency
Vitamin B2 deficiency
Causes glossitis and cheilosis.
Vitamin K deficiency
Vitamin K deficiency
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Fat-soluble vitamins
Fat-soluble vitamins
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Water-soluble vitamins
Water-soluble vitamins
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Vitamin B12 function
Vitamin B12 function
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Folic Acid function
Folic Acid function
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Vitamin C function
Vitamin C function
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Vitamin E function
Vitamin E function
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Vitamin D function
Vitamin D function
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Potassium function
Potassium function
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Iron function
Iron function
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Sodium Chloride function
Sodium Chloride function
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Calcium function
Calcium function
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Hyperkalemia
Hyperkalemia
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Hypokalemia
Hypokalemia
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Rickets
Rickets
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Tetany
Tetany
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Vitamin A overdose
Vitamin A overdose
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Vitamin D overdose
Vitamin D overdose
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Vitamin E overdose
Vitamin E overdose
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Wound healing
Wound healing
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Dialysis patients
Dialysis patients
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Alcoholism treatment
Alcoholism treatment
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Study Notes
Fat Soluble Vitamins
- Include vitamins A, K, E, and D.
Symptoms of Vitamin Deficiency
- Neuritis and loss of reflexes indicate a lack of Vitamin B1.
- Night blindness suggests a deficiency in Vitamin A.
- Signs of glossitis and cheilosis are associated with a deficiency in Vitamin B2.
- Petechiae, bruising, hematuria, and melena indicate a lack of Vitamin K.
Water Soluble Vitamins
- Comprise Vitamin B1, B2, B5, B12, and C.
Minerals
- Potassium is abundant in citrus, bananas, tomatoes, potato skins, cantaloupes, avocados, dried fruits, cooked dried beans, and peas.
- Iron is crucial for oxygen transport in the blood.
- Sodium chloride (NaCl) is essential during excessive fluid loss due to bleeding, diarrhea, vomiting, or perspiration.
- Calcium is vital for strong bones, teeth, cardiac and muscular contractions, and prevention of heart disease.
Vitamin Functions
- Vitamin B12 is necessary for red blood cell maturation and nervous system maintenance.
- Folic acid aids in protein synthesis, red blood cell production, cell division, and overall cell growth and maintenance.
- Vitamin C supports collagen formation and development of teeth, gums, and bones.
- Vitamin E protects tissues of the eyes, skin, liver, breasts, muscles, and lungs while reducing platelet clumping.
- Vitamin D is synthesized via sunlight exposure and is critical for bone and soft tissue growth, as well as calcium and phosphorus metabolism.
Vitamin Requirements
- Vitamins A, C, and Zinc are needed for proper wound healing.
- Dialysis patients require Folic Acid, Vitamin C, and Iron.
- Alcoholism treatment includes Vitamins B1, B2, B6, Folic Acid, C, and E.
Symptoms and Conditions
- Excessive potassium can lead to lethargy and bradycardia, particularly in renal insufficiency.
- Signs of hyperkalemia include confusion and cardiac arrhythmias.
- Indicators of vitamin D deficiency include rickets in children and tetany.
Overdose Symptoms
- Overdosing on Vitamin E leads to increased bleeding.
- Excess Vitamin A can cause heart rhythm abnormalities and hypercalcemia, along with convulsions or confusion.
- Increased calcium levels from Vitamin D overdose can present with similar symptoms.
Deficiency Indicators
- Osteoporosis and rickets in children are signs of Calcium deficiency.
- Slow growth and weight loss linked to Vitamin A deficiency.
- Symptoms of hypokalemia may present as falling blood pressure and confusion.
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Test your knowledge on vitamins and minerals with this exciting trivia quiz! Learn about fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins, their roles in the body, and identify key minerals like potassium. Perfect for students and health enthusiasts alike!
