Definition of Terms

Question 1

refers to measurements of the physical dimensions and composition of the human body. This includes data such as height, weight, body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, skinfold thickness, and body composition (e.g., fat mass and lean body mass)

Answer 1

Anthropometric data

Question 2

refers to laboratory measurements that provide information about a patient’s nutritional status and biochemical functioning. These data include but are not limited to, blood glucose levels, lipid profiles, electrolyte levels, liver and kidney function tests, vitamin and mineral concentrations, and markers of inflammation

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Biochemical data

Question 3

a detailed examination and analysis of an individual patient’s nutritional status, dietary habits, medical history, and response to nutritional interventions. It involves collecting and interpreting various data, such as dietary intake, biochemical markers, anthropometric measurements, and clinical symptoms, to understand the patient’s specific nutritional needs and health outcomes.

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Case study

Question 4

refers to medical information and observations that impact a patient’s nutritional status. This includes medical history, current health conditions, physical examination findings, signs and symptoms of nutritional deficiencies or excesses, medication usage, and any relevant health behaviors

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Clinical data

Question 5

are illnesses caused by infectious agents such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites that can be transmitted from one person to another, either directly or indirectly

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Communicable disease

Question 6

a detailed plan provided by a healthcare professional, such
as a registered dietitian or physician, that specifies the types and amounts of foods and nutrients a patient should consume to manage a medical condition or achieve specific health goals. It is tailored to the individual’s medical needs, dietary preferences, and lifestyle and may include guidelines on calorie intake, macronutrient distribution (carbohydrates, proteins, fats), vitamins, minerals, fluid intake, and other dietary
components.

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Diet prescription

Question 7

conditions that impair the normal functioning of the body and mind

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Disease

Question 8

refers to the detailed information collected about an individual’s food and beverage consumption

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Dietary data

Question 9

a diet planned to provide the recommended daily allowances for the essential nutrients and to meet the caloric needs of a bedridden or ambulatory patient whose general condition does not require general modification or dietary restrictions

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Full diet

Question 10

a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. This definition emphasizes that health encompasses a holistic view of well-being, rather than just the absence of illness.

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Health

Question 11

the invasion and growth of germs in the body

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Infection

Question 12

refers to the administration of substances directly into a vein. This method is commonly used for delivering medications, fluids, and nutrients directly into the bloodstream, ensuring rapid and controlled absorption

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Intravenous (IV)

Question 13

a nutritional diagnostic therapy, and counselling services for the purpose of disease management; services are furnished by a registered nutritionist-dietitian. It involves the assessment of the nutritional status of patients with a condition, illness, or injury that puts them at risk; this includes review and analysis of medical and diet history, laboratory values, and body measurements.

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Medical Nutrition Therapy

Question 14

a flexible tube that is inserted through the nose, down the esophagus, and into the stomach. It is used for various medical purposes, including feeding, administering medications, and draining stomach contents.

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Naso-gastric tube (NGT)

Question 15

are chronic diseases that are not transmitted from person to person. These diseases typically have long durations and progress slowly

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Non-communicable diseases

Question 16

systematic process of obtaining, verifying and interpreting nutrition data in order to identify nutrition-related problems.

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Nutrition Assessment

Question 17

is a systematic approach used by dietitians and nutrition professionals to provide high-quality nutrition care. It consists of four steps: (a) assessment, (b) diagnosis, (c) intervention and (d) monitoring and evaluation

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Nutrition Care Process (NCP)

Question 18

is the identification and labeling that describes an actual occurrence, risk of, or potential for developing a nutrition problem that dietetics professionals are responsible for treating independently

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Nutrition Diagnosis

Question 19

purposeful planned actions intended to positively change a nutrition-related behavior, environmental condition, or aspect of health status

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Nutrition Intervention

Question 20

The continuous tracking of a client’s progress towards achieving the nutritional goals set during the intervention. This includes regularly collecting data on dietary intake, biochemical markers, anthropometric measurements, and clinical symptoms. Assessing the effectiveness of the nutrition intervention by comparing the monitored data to the expected outcomes. This step determines if the nutritional goals have been met and identifies any necessary adjustments to the care plan

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Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation

Question 21

the process of identifying clinical characteristics known to be associated with malnutrition in order to identify persons at risk and to plan the appropriate nutrition therapy

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Nutrition Screening

Question 22

the use of specific nutrition services to treat an illness, injury, or condition. It involves the assessment of a patient’s nutritional status followed by the provision of individualized dietary recommendations and interventions to improve health outcomes.

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Nutrition therapy

Question 23

is the branch of biological sciences that studies the functions and mechanisms of living organisms and their parts. It focuses on understanding how the body and its systems work to maintain homeostasis and support life processes.

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Physiology

Question 24

is the prediction of the likely course and outcome of a disease or condition based on a patient’s current health status, medical history, and other relevant factors.

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Prognosis

Question 25

are characteristics, conditions, or behaviors that increase the likelihood of developing a disease or health problem

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Risk factors

Question 26

any objective evidence of a disease, such as a skin rash or a cough. A doctor, healthcare provider, family members, and the individual experiencing the signs can identify these

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Signs

Question 27

are subjective, meaning that other people only know about them if informed by the individual with the condition, e.g. stomachache, lower back pain, and fatigue

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Symptoms

Question 28

is a specially designed diet plan intended to manage or treat a specific medical condition or health issue. It involves the careful selection and modification of foods and nutrients to achieve specific health outcomes, alleviate symptoms, or support recovery

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Therapeutic Diet

Question 29

are clinical measurements, specifically pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate, and blood pressure, that indicate the state of a patient’s essential body functions

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Vital signs

Question 30

A person is deemed to be in the practice of Nutrition and Dietetics within the meaning and intent of ———— when he/she, for a fee, salary or other reward or compensation, paid to the individual or through another person or even without such rewards or compensation, renders or offers to render professional services in Nutrition and Dietetics

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RA 10862 or the Nutrition and Dietetics Law