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How does illness affect nutritional status and what role can nutrition therapy play?
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Illness can impair nutritional status, and nutrition therapy can improve patient outcomes and prevent complications.
What are some warning signs of nutrition quackery?
Claims of quick fixes and personal testimonies promoting unrealistic outcomes.
Define malnutrition and explain how overnutrition can result in deficiencies.
Malnutrition is caused by nutrient intake imbalances. Overnutrition with a limited variety in diet can lead to nutrient deficiencies.
Outline the steps of the Nutrition Care Process.
1. Nutrition Assessment, 2. Nutrition Diagnosis, 3. Nutrition Intervention, 4. Nutrition Monitoring & Evaluation.
What domain suffixes are often indicative of credible nutrition information sources?
.gov, .edu, and .org
What are some primary causes of malnutrition?
Reduced food intake, impaired digestion, and altered metabolism due to conditions or treatments.
What are the essential qualities to verify when evaluating nutrition information credentials?
The qualifications of the information provider, such as being a registered dietitian.
Why is it important for nutrition information websites to be regularly updated?
To avoid relying on outdated information which can mislead dietary practices.
Explain the concept of nutrigenomics.
The study of how diet affects gene expression, potentially leading to personalized nutrition plans.
What factors must be considered regarding genetic variations in nutrition?
Polymorphisms, single-gene disorders, multi-gene disorders, motivation for behavior change, and confidentiality.
What percentage of hospitalized patients may experience malnutrition and what are some consequences?
15-60% of patients, leading to weakened immune function, delayed healing, and longer hospital stays.
What does the 'ABCD' of nutrition assessment stand for?
A: Anthropometric measurements, B: Biochemical data, C: Clinical evaluation, D: Dietary history.
Describe the role of registered dietitians in an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
They are nutrition experts who perform assessments, diagnoses, and create nutrition interventions.
Differentiate between the Subjective Global Assessment categories A, B, and C.
A: Well-nourished, B: Moderate malnutrition, C: Severe malnutrition.
What critical information is included in nutrition screening within 24 hours of hospital admission?
Height, weight, BMI, medical history, lab test results, and symptoms.
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