MNT communicable diseases and sequalae

Question 1

AIDS/HIV

Answer 1

Nutritional care:
-avoidance of raw fruits and vegetables, since they may be contaminated with pathogens.
-Increasing protein intake to 1.5-2 g/kg per day to prevent muscle wasting.
-DO NOT USE: ginseng and other herbal supplements, interfere with activity of drugs.
-Use of milk based shakes may cause diarrhea due to lactose intolerance.