Name: Krisha M.

Bueno N-13 BSN-1

1. Mrs. Hurtado goes to her dentist and after having a couple of cavities filled, her dentist
strongly suggest that she reduce her intake of sodas and increase her intake of calcium phosphates in the
foods she eats. Why?

2.How can DNA be used to “fingerprint’ a suspect in a crime?

3.A 65 year old client came to the emergency room with complaints of severe heartburn
unrelieved by taking a “large handful” of antacids. Would you expect the pH to be high or low? Explain
why.

4.A 32 year old was riding a road bike in 100 degree heat, when he suddenly became nauseated
and weak. He called 911 from his cell phone. When the ambulance came, the paramedics started
intravenous therapy for severe dehydration. Explain the critical role of water to maintain homeostasis.

5.A 70 year old man is admitted to the hospital for non-healing pressure ulcers to his heels. He
has been bedridden for 20 years because of degenerative muscle disease. Explain why protein would be
an important part of his diet to promote wound healing.

ANSWERS:

1. Sodas are strong acids that can reduce bone and tooth salts. Calcium phosphate makes teeth
hard and therefore more resistant to tooth decay.

2. DNA fingerprinting is a chemical test that shows the genetic makeup of a person or other living
things. It’s used as evidence in courts, to identify bodies, track down blood relatives, and to look for cures for
disease.The sequence and fragmentation pattern of a person's DNA is unique to that individual.

3. The pH would be high. Antacids are basic, and too many antacids would result in a relatively
alkaline state.

4. High heat of vaporization; water was lost when evaporating from the skin to cool the body

5. Protein is the basic scturaul material of the body. Protein regulates body processes. Skin, hair
and eyes re made of protein, as are the enzymes needed for disgestion and absroption. Protein is
essential for growht, maintence, and repair of tissue.