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Nurtriton

nurs 132 nutrition

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Nutrition study of nutrients and the manner the body processes them.
Essential nutrients that provide energy Carnohydrates, Proteins, and Lipids
Orgranic compound that composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. 4 cal/g diet is composed of 50-60% Stored as glycogen Carbohydrates
Required for formation of body structures. made up of 22 aminoacids.. 4 cal/g 10-20% dietary intake Protein
Where does the digestion of protein take place? Starts in the stomach, most in the small intestine. Any excess nitrogen fromt he protein is metabolized by the kidneys
When do the body requirements increase for protein? During growth, pregnancy, lactation, and illness or injury
Serum protein: 6-8g/dLSerum albumin: 3.5-5.5 g/dLTransferrin: 240-480 mg/dLLymphocyte cout >1800Creatinine: 0.4-1.5 mg/dLUrea: 17-18 mg/dL Lab values e/t protein
Concentrated form of energy. 9 Cal/g.Stored as triglycerides. Provides insulaton structure and temperature control Lipids
Fatlike substance foud in animal products. Used in the synthesis of bile acid. Too much increases the risk of atherosclerosis. Normal level is >200. An increase in fiber increases the fecal excretion. Cholesterol
Needed by the body for metabolism of energy nutrients. Consits of vitamins, minerals, and water Regulatory nutrients
Organic compounds which facilitate chemical reactions in the body Vitamins
Must be ingested daily. Vitamin B comples and Vitamin C Water soluble vitamins
Dissolve in fat, stored in the liver or fatty tissues. Vitamin A,D,E,K Fat soluble vitamins
Onorganic elements or salts found naturally in the earth. Provide structure within the body. regulate body processes. Minerals
Calcium, phosphorpous, magnesium Macrominerals
Iron, zinc, manganese, iodine microminerals
Required for most body functions. Not stored in the body. is excreted daily. Water
What is the requirment of water intake daily? 2-2.5 liters
Patients at risk for inadequate water intake Elderly, comatose,kidney disease, profuse persporation, diarrhea, vomiting, severe burns
Liquid at room temperature, inadequate protein, calories, and most nutrients. tansitonal diet after acute illness or surgery Clear liquid diet
Liquid at body temperature. difficent in calories, protein, fiber Vitamin B6, follic acid, iron, Transitional diet between clear liquids and regual or soft diet. Full Liquid diet
Adequate diet nutritionally. Low in fiber, fat and seasoning, for those with difficulty chewing or swallowing Soft diet
Restricts fiber and residue. Used for bowel inflamaton, acute diverticulitis, and ulcerative colitis Low Fiber Diet
Adds fiber. Used for irritable bowel syndrome and diverticulosis High Fiber Diet
Eliminates food that irritate the stomach either chemically or manchanically. used for ulcers and gastritis. Bland diet
LImits total fat intake to less than 50 g/day. used for steatorrhea, pancreatitis, gall bladder disease, hyperlipidemia Low fat Diet
Provides complete nutrition, bypassing the GI tract. Given if albumin is >2.5 g/dL. Partial given in a peripheral vein with 10% glucose. Total includes insulin, heparin, glucose 25% Total is given in a centeral line. Parenteral Nutrition
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