complete solutions graded A+
what are the three specific guidelines for healthy eating? - correct answer ✔✔- nutritious foods
are the foundation
- processed / prepared foods should not be consumed regularly
- foods skills (food literacy) is needed
what is the nutritional requirement for an infant <6 months? - correct answer ✔✔breastmilk &
formula
what is the nutritional requirement for an infant >6 months? - correct answer ✔✔- introduction
to solid foods
- begin with pureed smoothed foods
- detect & control allergic reactions
what is the nutritional requirement for a toddler (1-3)? - correct answer ✔✔- increased protein
& calcium
what is the nutritional requirement for a preschooler (3-5)? - correct answer ✔✔- nutrient
density more important than quantity
what is the nutritional requirement for a school-aged child (6-12)? - correct answer ✔✔-
concerns about obesity
- diets tend to be high in fat, sugar, salt & low in produce
,what is the nutritional requirement for an adolescent? - correct answer ✔✔- need to meet
metabolic demands for growth
- diet influenced by many factors; onset of eating disorders
what is the nutritional requirement for an adult (young to middle-aged)? - correct answer ✔✔-
nutrients reduced as the growth period ends
- now food is required for energy, maintenance & repair
- possibility of obesity
what is the nutritional requirement for a pregnant woman? - correct answer ✔✔- nutrition
more important than weight gain
- influences birth weight & chance of infant survival
- omega-3 fats, folic acid, calcium important
what is the nutritional requirement for a woman who is lactating? - correct answer ✔✔-
increased caloric intake required
- should avoid caffeine, alcohol, drugs
what is the nutritional requirement for an older adult? - correct answer ✔✔- metabolic rate
slows
- calcium/vitamin D crucial (bone health)
what factors may influence nutritional intake? - correct answer ✔✔- food security/income
- health status (therapeutic diets?)
- knowledge
- culture
- social determinants
, what is the purpose of a dietary history? - correct answer ✔✔to collect information about food
consumption patterns & nutritional needs
what are the nine components of a dietary history assessment? - correct answer ✔✔- food
practices
- allergies
- symptoms
- 24 hour recall
- chewing & swallowing
- hunger (appetite & satiety)
- elimination patterns
- chemical substances
- knowledge
how do you promote appetite in a hospitalized client? - correct answer ✔✔- normalize the
setting/experience
- maintaining patient comfort
- eliminating unpleasant odours
how do you maintain patient comfort during a meal? - correct answer ✔✔- reduce distractions
- keep table settings simple
- allow plenty of time to eat
- food temperature, preferences
what are two examples of alternative food patterns? - correct answer ✔✔religion, vegetarian
what are the ten therapeutic diets:? - correct answer ✔✔clear liquid