150 Flashcards

1
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NUTRITION IS PROCESS
OF:

A

Ingestion
 Digestion
 Absorption

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NUTRITION IS FOR:

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Growth
 Healing
 Maintain body
functions

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3
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What health challenges may occur when too
much protein is consumed?

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place a burden on the kidneys, liver and bones, as well as potentially increase the risk for heart disease and cancer.

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list of essential vitamins

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Vitamin A
 Vitamin B1
 Vitamin B2
 Vitamin B3
 Vitamin B12
 Folic Acid
 Vitamin C
 Vitamin D
 Vitamin E
 Vitamin K

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5
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list of essential minerals

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Calcium
 Phosphorus
 Iron
 Iodine
 Sodium
 Potassium
 Zinc

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6
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What are some signs and symptoms of poor
nutrition, especially in elderly clients?

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 Bruising
 Slow wound healing
 Low energy
 Over or under weight
 Frequent illnesses or diseases

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how is fat used in the body

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Fat helps the body absorb vitamin A, vitamin D and vitamin E. These vitamins are fat-soluble, which means they can only be absorbed with the help of fats.

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how are vitamins used in the body

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Some vitamins help you resist infections and keep your nerves healthy, while others may help your body get energy from food or help your blood clot properly

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what are minerals used for in the body

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Minerals are responsible for maintaining electrolyte balance, strengthening teeth and bones, boost energy levels, muscle contractions, trigger immunity, and supports the nervous system and thyroid functions. They also convert food into energy and repair cellular damage

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how is water used in the body

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Water helps to restore fluids lost through metabolism, breathing, sweating, and the removal of waste.

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Clear fluids

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post oprotive care, acute ilness,vomiting (water, coffe, clear juises, hard candy

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Full fluids

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people unable to chew, stomach iritation, fever, any food on the clear liquid diet plus custard eggnog strained soup fruit and vegetables juice milk and milkshakes

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13
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Pureed

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r people who have trouble chewing or swallowing

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14
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Minced

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r people who have trouble chewing or swallowing

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Low Na (salt)

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People with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, kidney disease, and heart problems can benefit from a diet that is lower in sodium.

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16
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Diabetic

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cut back on fried foods, sweets, sugary drinks, and anything salty or fatty. Focus instead on lots of veggies, with whole grains, lean protein, low-fat dairy, fruit, a

17
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Restricted fluids

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A buildup of fluid in the body can cause low sodium levels in the blood. It

18
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High fibre

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Helps maintain bowel health.