Genetic Topics
Topic 5 DQ 1
Obesity is a health condition that emanates from having excess fat in the body exceeding the normal amount for their particular height. It progresses over time through the intake of more calories than recommended by a physician. The chance of getting cardiovascular diseases increases amongst obese people, as well as specific types of cancer and depression. Nonetheless, nutrition can affect positively overweight people and help them regulate the amount of fat in their body. By nourishing the body with the correct nutrients such as proteins, vitamins and minerals, stored up fat can be effectively broken down. Additionally, including high fiber in the dietary consumption of patients afflicted with obesity assists in reducing their appetite and ensuring fat is absorbed appropriately. However, nutrition can impact this condition negatively since an increased intake of high energy foods containing sugar and processed fat leads to obesity.
Topic 5 DQ 2
Goiter is a malnutrition disorder primarily caused by the lack of iodine in the body. Regarding environmental influences, smoking and childbirth in areas where iodine intake is low have been proven an influence for gaining the disorder. In a general twin population, genetic factors within a family have been proven to contribute to getting the disorder. According to WHO, the prevalence of the disease is 50%, and it is more likely to occur in women whose statistic is at 55% when compared to a 47% figure on the male side. Testing includes a doctor first feeling the patient’s neck to tell if the thyroid is enlarged then blood tests are conducted to screen the blood to detect the production of thyroid hormones. Treatment is consequently based on medication through levothyroxine, surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid gland or simple observation if the goiter is not causing harm to the patient.
Topic 6 DQ 1
Nonetheless, technology has proved that the source of these diseases lies in the genetic makeup of an individual’s DNA. By sequencing a person’s genome, doctors can detect any defects within the genes of older adults before they gain some of these conditions. Subsequently, physicians and doctors can then suggest certain life choices that will go a long way into reducing the risk of acquiring these diseases. Not only does this revolutionize the preparation of the elderly to conditions such as Alzheimer’s, but it also saves them resources regarding the monetary cost used in purchasing drugs and maintaining a rigorous course of physical therapy in the case of arthritis(Khalil, Chambers, Munn & Porritt, 2015). For instance, doctors are now able to determine the genes necessary for life longevity, which increases the chances of aging people to be relevant in social and political matters way past their retirement age.
Topic 6 DQ 2
Home care has evolved using evidence-based data to suit the needs of the elderly. Evidence-based data is gained through using the best evidence, a touch of clinical expertise and the ability to change home care systems to cater for the unique medical condition of each aging patient. Therefore, their values and preferences are ingrained into home care delivery by making their environment safe enabling them to live in their homes rather than a nursing home. Ultimately, it contributes to a huge save in taxpayers’ money that is re-directed into other sectors of the government. It also improves care primarily because the patient’s data is already with the doctor, enhancing their diagnosis with each checkup. In the end, it saves resources and materials, which will bring families closer to previously inaccessible methods.
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