Nutritional Management of Renal Disease Flashcards
what should you make nutritional goals based on?
IRIS stage
current diet
diagnostics
systematic approach to cases
what are the nutrients of concern for CKD?
phosphorous
protein
sodium
potassium
what are the secondary nutrients of concern for kidney disease?
B vitamins
omega-3 fatty acids
non-acidifying
moisture
calorie density
at what point of IRIS staging do animals likely need restriction in protein below AAFCO?
stages 3 and 4
is protein reduction important in protein losing nephropathy if a patient is not azotemic?
yes
what should you adjust dietary protein in a patient with protein losing nephropathy based on?
UPC
albumin
concurrent medications
what can ACE inhibitors do with potassium?
can increase potassium
modify diet if needed on ACE inhibitor
who should you carefully consider in a patient with kidney disease?
growing puppies and kittens
comorbidities
which treats should you avoid?
cheese
meats
rawhides
bully sticks
pig ears
how much of the total calories should be treats?
10%
what is the primary goal in chronic kidney disease?
controlling phosphorous
are maintenance kidney diets appropriate for IRIS stages 3 and 4?
no
when should assisted feeding be considered?
if calorie and nutrient needs not met
before emaciated or debilitated
what can potassium levels be like in patients with renal disease?
hypokalemic
hyperkalemic
do therapeutic diets range in protein and phosphorous?
yes
