Chapter 11- Nutrition & Diets Flashcards
1
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Essential nutrients
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Chemical elements found in food
2
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Function of Vitamin A
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- Health of eyes
- Growth and development
- Antioxidant to protect cells from free radicals
- Structure and functioning of skin cells and mucous membranes
3
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Function of Vitamin D
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- Regulates calcium & phosphorous absorption & metabolism
- Builds and maintains bones & teeth
- Growth
4
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Function of Vitamin E
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-Protects cell structure, esp red blood cells & epithelial cells
5
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Function of Vitamin K
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-Blood clotting
6
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Regular diet
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-Patient with no dietary restrictions
7
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Liquid diet
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- Includes clear and full liquids
- Nutritionally inadequate, used only for short periods of time
8
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Diabetic diet
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-For patients with diabetes
9
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Bland diet
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-Easily digested foods that don’t irritate digestive tract
10
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Therapeutic diets
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-Used to improve specific health conditions
11
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Nutrition
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All body processes relating to food
12
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Most important essential nutrient
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Water, found in all body tissues and essential for digestion of food
13
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5 food groups
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Grains- 6 oz Vegetables- 2 1/2 cups Fruits- 2 cups Milk- 3 cups Meat & beans- 5 1/2 oz
