Child Observation Paper

I enjoyed reading your post. Observations are a good way to learn what a child knowns. It can show the observer what areas a child is good in and what they are not so good in (Beaty, 2014, p. 2). Like you, I feel that there is nothing “wrong” with Tommy right now. Children go through development at a different rate and therefore what one three-year old goes through another might not until later.

Abstract: Vitamin D (VD) is known to be involved in absorption of calcium in the gut with deficiency in VD playing a part in many bone related disorders like rickets and osteoporosis. Less known are the other beneficial health effects VD may have. VD has shown to have a positive effective on the immune system by not assisting the innate and adaptive immune response, but by also dulling the autoimmune response. This may be important in fighting disease like TB where VD deficiency is an issue. There also appear to be mechanisms that assist disease states such as cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes that VD may assist in however these studies are inconclusive and further study is required.

In the event that you avoid the sun, experience the ill effects of milk anaphylaxes, or stick to a strict veggie lover diet, you may be at danger for vitamin D inadequacy. Known as the daylight vitamin, vitamin D is transformed by the body because of daylight. It is additionally happens characteristically in a couple of sustenance’s including some fish, fish liver oils, and egg yolks - and in sustained dairy and grain items.

Those who do not get enough exposure to the sun or people with darker skin are more likely than those with fair skin whose time in the open air makes them deficient in vitamin D. The use of sunscreen can also affect the synthesis of vitamin D .

A final study conducted by Korn, Hubner, Jung, Blettner, et al. discussed how a deficiency of vitamin D affects how well-controlled the asthma is. This study was conducted on 280 adults with asthma and 40 people without it over a period of three years and two months between September 2008 and November 2011. All the participants in the study had to have written consent in order to partake in the study. The serum Vitamin D levels of the participants were measured between the hours of 8 am and 11am. In addition, the participant’s detailed history were taken into account. Lung function, exhaled nitric oxide and sputum samples were also measured and/or obtained on the same day that the serum Vitamin D levels were measured. Additionally, serum interleukin-10 was

As a means to tackle this issue, the ACLA wrote a letter to the Novitas Solutions Medical Policy Department. The ACLA is trying to provide input to the Novitas Solution, Inc. regarding the Local Coverage Determination draft since it does not cover Vitamin D testing in individuals with all known illnesses. The goal the ACLA has in mind is to bring the Novitas Solutions, Inc. coverage policies in line with professional society diagnoses and treatment guidelines. This way, the specific populations at risk for complications related to Vitamin D deficiency can get proper care through diagnosis and treatment.

The ideal level of Vitamin D is still unknown. According to the Institue of Medicine, the Vitamin D level is a blood concentration of at least 50 nmol/L while the Endocrine Society suggests that Vitamin D level should be at least 75 nmol/L.

During the Industrial Revolution we see a drastic shift from an outside to inside workplace. People changed from a farming and factory job to a commercial and office job. As a result of the limited time spent outside due to the workplace there was an increase of Vitamin D deficiencies among the people. Yet, receiving a sufficient amount of Vitamin D is essential for the body since this vitamin does not only aid in strong bones, but many other crucial organs. This vitamin is important for all age groups, especially younger children since it is vital for brain development. But, it also benefits our respiratory system and a deficiency can cause respiratory distress, such as asthma. Vitamin D can not be absorbed through food, since it has to be

Another study researched whether vitamin D was a predictor of all-cause and cardiovascular mortality and risk of progression to micro- or macroalbuminuria in type 2 diabetic patients.

I also paid close attention to the B12 lecture and learned that deficiencies occur slowly. I’m not a vegetarian, so my deficiency could be the result of impaired absorption. Meaning that my “intrinsic factor” (needed for B12 absorption) does not function properly or maybe my HCL (Hypochlorhydria) is low. I’m not sure of the reason but it was cool to learn more. Additionally I learned there is no upper limit for vitamin B12 because of its low potential for toxicity.

Multivitamin-mineral supplements provide many health benefits, whether it is to boost energy, lose weight and to improve performance. Vitamins supplements can help ensure proper nutrition for those who are missing important vitamin-mineral supplements in their daily diet. Of course, but it is important for the individual to know that these supplements aren’t attended for those who generally eat healthy and a variety of foods, including lean meats and fishes, fruits, vegetables and legumes, etc., but for those who feel they are lacking certain vitamins and minerals because of dietary needs. on the contrary, taking vitamins are relatively easy to take the only risk is the consistency, and taking the supplements on time every time to give one’s body time to adjust to the supplements and decreasing the risk of overdosing is ideal. Besides, Multivitamin- mineral supplements aren’t intended to be a whole food substitute, because they can’t replicate all the nutrients and benefits of food. And yet, some supplements claim to have between 20%-1600% which can be too much for some individuals that don’t need that amount of vitamins, which varies as it differs per individual when digested. In reality, high dosages of supplements shouldn’t be taken unless it recommended by a medical physician. And also, those who take certain forms of medications may need to limit the amount of some vitamins they take due to the potential interaction between the two types of ills being ingested. After all, some individuals really don’t need large amounts of vitamins when easily they can make a small change in diet that can fix the problem of their missing vitamin-mineral intake.

Conclusion: The results of our study indicated that an association between lower serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels and higher risk of relapse among people with multiple sclerosis (MS).

Citation: Kareem MIA, Mohammed RHA, Abozaid HSM, Rayan MM, Mohamed AM, et al. (2015) Hypo-vitaminosis D in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Ankylosing Spondylitis. J Clin Cell Immunol 6:369. doi:10.4172/2155-9899.1000369

In order to confirm either of these diagnoses, further diagnostic tests need to be performed to rule out other types of anemia. The labs that need to be ordered are peripheral blood smear, serum vitamin B12, serum RBC folate, serum homocysteine, serum RBC folate and serum methylmalonic acid (Orton, 2012). The CBC will show if the patient has an anemia by way of a low hemoglobin and hematocrit, if the patient has a megaloblastic macrocytic anemia by way of an MCV greater than 100 as well as changes in other cells in the blood (Orton, 2012). The serum B12 is a marker for just how low this vitamin is in the blood and the level is confirmed via serum methylmalonic acid and serum homocysteine tests (Orton, 2012). The serum RBC folate exhibits the level of folate in the blood. If the above labs are indicative of pernicious anemia then the following lab values and procedures would need to be attained; anti-intrinsic factor antibodies (increased), serum gastrin (increased), pepsinogen (increased), and upper endoscopy due to the association between pernicious anemia and gastric cancer (Orton,

Vitamin D was another low percent of my RDA and I chose salmon and orange juice as sources of Vitamin D to add to my diet. I’m not really into seafood but the one fish I’m willing to eat is salmon because it is the only fish I like to eat growing up. I will try to eat salmon once or twice a month for dinner. I chose orange juice because just one cup is 34 percent of your daily value of Vitamin D so I would probably have a cup in the morning with my oatmeal. Folate is my last vitamin and I chose to add lettuce and oranges to my diet. I chose both because there easy to add to my diet and I can many things with either one like make a fruit salad or