Describe briefly how the oxygen status of tumors may be assayed
and why such an assay...
Describe briefly how the oxygen status of tumors may be assayed
and why such an assay would be conducted. Summarize briefly the
advantages and disadvantages of the two alternative radiation
modalities using neutrons and protons
Describe why oxygen consumption is an indirect measure of
metabolism. How do we measure oxygen consumption and internally
identify what fuel body is being used for exercise?
Briefly describe how each of the following concepts in Physics
may be applied for use in the medical field.
- Thermodynamics
- Sound Waves
- Electric Circuits
- Electromagnetic Waves
- Optics
1- Briefly describe why patients with Parkinson’s disease may
need higher nutrient recommendations and be at an increased risk of
malnutrition.
2- List three clinical manifestations of Alzheimer’s Disease.
With each one you identify, describe how it may impact nutritional
status.
3- What is the purpose of the neutropenic diet
for cancer patients receiving immunotherapy? Include at least
three tips to give patients who are on this
diet.
4- List at least four cancer types that can lead to
cancer cachexia....
1. Briefly describe anorexia nervosa and how a diet lacking in
nutrients may contribute to an increased risk of bone fracture .
2. Due to anorexia nervosa Emily is experiencing amenorrhea, or
the absence of her menstrual cycle. How might this symptom be
related Emily’s fracture ?
Summarize in detail the current (≥ 2011) status of U.S.
Fisheries. Briefly describe 2 actions that can potentially improve
the stocks of U.S. Fisheries. (25 points)
Describe in few sentences how a blood glucometer or a ELISA
assay works (describe only one test) In your answer please include
the analytical technique used, the analytical signal used for the
detection and a simple description of the analytical method.
Briefly describe how strain gauges may be used to measure the
following signals:
(a) Force
(b) Displacement
(c) Acceleration
(d) Pressure
(e) Temperature.
1. Describe the mechanism of DCFDA and, what is the purpose of
running assay
2 How will we evaluate the cytotoxicity of the 3 compounds we
are working with?Must describe the mechanism of CCK-8.
Briefly describe why and how members of the following
professional groups are involved in the treatment of chronically
ill patients by discussing possible interventions (one for each
group).
Physical Therapist
Occupational Therapists
Dietitians
Social Workers
Clinical Psychologists