Nutrition

Question 1

What important information should be explored when taking a case history from a high risk nutritional patient?

Answer 1

From the dietary history, food serves can be calculated and compared to the recommended serves.
• The adequacy of energy and nutrient intakes can then be compared to the recommended dietary intake
• The food and nutrient data is then combined with other sources of information (clinical examination, laboratory tests) to help confirm or rule out a nutritional diagnosis

Question 2

Gold standard testing for food assessment

Answer 2

Skin prick for allergies

Question 3

Approach – Provide 5 day food enquiry with 3 criterion:

Answer 3

1. Fill out as they go
2. Cross a weekend
3. Be HONEST!