Blood alcohol level and eating disorders


Assignment:

Question 1. Roger is 81 years old and lives alone in an apartment. He is taking medication for congestive heart disease, hypertension, and GERD (Gastric esophageal reflux disease). The meds include antacids, antihypertensive drugs, and diuretics. He also takes laxatives regularly since he struggles with constipation. His daughter has been concerned because her father hasn't been himself lately. He seems distant and uninterested in socializing. He doesn't admit to losing weight, but she questions this because he is complaining that his dentures aren't fitting properly, and he hasn't asked her to help buy groceries as frequently lately.

a. Could Roger benefit from any vitamin or mineral supplements?
b. How do Roger's nutritional needs differ from those of a 40 year old man?
c. What programs could Roger's daughter suggest that might help Roger socialize and eat better?

Question 2. Use the enclosed table to estimate blood alcohol level.

a Sue weighs 120 pounds and Michael weighs 200 pounds. Each just drank a 12 oz beer. Who has the greater blood alcohol?
b. Fred's blood alcohol is .068. He weighs 220 pounds. How many drinks did he have?
c. Sally weighs 140 pounds and her blood alcohol is.080. Who had more to drink, Fred or Sally?

Question 3. a. What are the 3 categories of eating disorders?
b. Describe the psychological issues pertaining to anorexia and bulimia.
c. Explain how eating disorders can affect nutritional status and general health.

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