Geri Nutrition

4. A complex metabolic syndrome associated with underlying illness and muscle loss.
5. A physical finding of fluid accumulation or swelling often found during an exam.
8. One of the specific anatomic regions used to assess muscle wasting during a physical exam.
11. The preferred supplement form for Vitamin D, also known as D3.
14. A common undernutrition syndrome describing a loss of appetite.
16. A clinical symptom of B12 deficiency characterized by an inflamed tongue.
19. A lab protein measured that requires a correction for total serum calcium levels.
20. An anatomic region on the upper back used to evaluate muscle wasting.

1. A tool used by clinicians to measure hand grip strength for nutrition assessment.
2. An anatomic region near the collarbone used to assess for muscle wasting.
3. The primary reason for B12 deficiency in older adults, rather than just diet.
6. A syndrome characterized by the loss of muscle mass, strength, and performance.
7. A type of starvation-related malnutrition that occurs when inflammation is absent.
9. A neurological symptom of B12 deficiency involving gait instability.
10. Difficulty with swallowing often assessed during the patient's nutritional history.
12. The specific method used to estimate Ideal Body Weight based on a patient's height.
13. A nutritional component recommended at twenty-five to thirty grams per day for older adults.
15. The licensed professional (RDN) who should be consulted for comprehensive nutrition care.
17. A required measurement calculated using weight and height during wellness visits.
18. The specific crystalline form of B12 used for oral supplementation.