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Laboratory Findings and Assessment Tools

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Anthropometric measurements
Biochemical Markers
Functional Tests
Nutritional Screening Tools

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Neurological and Cognitive Changes

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Cognitive Impairment
Peripheral Neuropathy
Mood Changes

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Gastrointestinal Manifestations

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Abdominal Distension
Malabsorption
Hepatomegaly
Pancreatic Insufficiency

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Muscuskeletal Changes

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Muscle Wasting
Bone Deformities
Joint Issues
Postural Changes

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Cardio and Respi Signs

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Tachycardia
Hypotension
Edema
Dyspnea
Decreased chest expansion
Increased susceptibility to infection

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Tachycardia

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Anemia
Electrolyte imbalance

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Hypotension

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Dehydration
Reduced cardiac mass

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Edema

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Protein Deficiency
Heart Failure

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Dyspnea

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Anemia
Muscle weakness

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Decreased chest expansion

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Muscle Wasting
Ribcage deformities

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Increased susceptibility to infections

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Weakened immune system

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Ocular manifestations

Early signs

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Night blindness

Conjunctival xerosis (dry conjunctiva)

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Ocular manifestations

Progressive changes

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Bitot spots
Corneal xerosis

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Ocular manifestations

Advanced manifestations

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Keratomalacia (softening and ulceration of the cornea)

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Oral and Dental Signs

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Lip and Tongue Changes
Gum Health
Dental Enamel
Salivary Gland Changes

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Skin and Hair Changes

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Skin Texture and Color
Hair Abnormalities
Nail Changes

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ridges or spoon-shaped deformities in nails

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Koilonychia

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General Appearance and Body Composition

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Healthy Appearance
Malnourished Appearance
Body Composition Changes

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Overview of Diateray Assessment Methods

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  1. 24 hour dietary recall
  2. Food Frequency Questionnaire
  3. Food Records
  4. Diet History
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Technological Advancements in Dietary Assessment

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Mobile Apps
Image-based Assessment
Wearable Devices
Big Data Analytics

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Challenges in Dietary Assessment

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  1. Underreporting or Misreporting
  2. Recall Bias
  3. Variability in Dietary Intake
  4. Cultural and Linguistic Barriers
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Future Directions in Dietary Assessment

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AI-Powered Analysis
Advanced Biosensors
Virtual Reality Integration

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Diet History: Comprehensive Dietary Profile

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  1. Initial Interview
  2. 24-Hour Recall
  3. Food Frequency Assessment
  4. Dietary Habits Exploration
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Serum Proteins as Nutritional Indicators

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  1. Albumin
  2. Transferrin
  3. Pre-Albumin
  4. Retinol-Binding Protein
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Hematological Indicators

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Hemoglobin and Hematocrit

Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV)

White Blood Cell Count

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Lipid Profile Assessment

Total Cholesterol

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<200 mg/dL

Overall cardiovascular risk

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LDL Cholesterol

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<100 mg/dL

Risk of Atherosclerosis

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LDL Cholesterol

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<100 mg/dL

Risk of Atherosclerosis

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HDL

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> 60 mg/dL

Cardioprotective Effect

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Triglycerides

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<150 mg/dL

Dietary fat metabolism

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Vitamin Status Indicators

Vitamin A

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Serum Retinol Levels and Retinol Binding Protein are key indicators.

Levels below 20 ug/dL suggests deficiency

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Below 3 ng/dL indicates deficiency in

33
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Serum ferritin is the most common indicator of __ stores.

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Iron

Levels below 15 ng/dL indicates deficiency

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Indicators of Electrolyte Balance

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Sodium
135 - 145 mEq/L

Potassium
3.5 - 5.0 mEq/L

Chloride
96 - 106 mEq/L

Bicarbonate
22-28 mEq/L

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Markers of Oxidative Stress and Inflammation

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  1. C Reactive Protein
  2. Interleukin 6
  3. Malondialdehyde
  4. Glutathione Peroxidase
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Markers of Oxidative Stress and Inflammation

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  1. C Reactive Protein
  2. Interleukin 6
  3. Malondialdehyde
  4. Glutathione Peroxidase
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Functional Tests and Metabolic Indicators

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  1. Glucose Tolerance Test
  2. Nitrogen Balance Studies
  3. Resting Metabolic Rate
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Emerging Biomarkers in Nutritional Assessment

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MicroRNA Profiles
Gut Microbiome Analysis
Metabolomics

39
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Height Measurement

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Position

Alignment

Reading

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Weight Assessment

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Calibrated Scale

Clothing

Time (measure at same time of the day)

Record (note weight to nearest 0.1 kg)

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Waist Circumference

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  1. Locate (top of hip bone)
  2. Position (t.m. horizontally)
  3. Measure (at the end of normal exhalation)
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Skinfold Measurements

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  1. Sites
    -triceps
    -subscapular
    -suprailliac
    -thighs
  2. Techniques
    Pinch skin, apply caliper, read after 2-3 secs
  3. Interpretation
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Mid-Upper AC

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  1. Locate (between shoulder and elbow)
  2. Measure (relaxed arm)
  3. Record (note circ to nearest 0.1 cm)
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Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA)

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Electric Current
Body Water
Lean Mass
Body Fat

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Anthropometric Indices

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Weight/Height - acute maln
Height/Age - chronic maln
Weight/Age - overall nutri status

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