T4- Chapter 28 Nutrition Flashcards
what are factors that affect nutrition?
- religion
- socioeconomic status
- appetite
- environmental factors
- disease and illness
- medications
- age
what % of caloric intake should be from fat?
no more than 35%
nutrition factors for newborns
- solid foods starting at 4-6 months
- no cows milk or honey for first year
- breast milk should provide: 108kcal/g of weight for first 6 months, 98kcal/g of weight in the second 6 months
toddles(1-3years) and preschoolers(3-6 years)
- need fewer calories than infants
- need increased protein from sources other than milk
- calcium and phosphorus are important for bone health
- nutrient density is important
school age(6-12 years)
- need supervision to consume adequate protein and vitamins C and A
- tend to eat foods high in carbohydrates, fat, and salts
- grow at a lower and steadier weight
adolescents (12-20 years)
- metabolic demands are high and require more energy
- protein, calcium, iron, iodine, folic acid, and vitamin B needs are high
young adults (20-35years) and middle adults(35-65 years)
- decreased need for most nutrients
- calcium and iron are essential minerals for women
- good oral health is important
older adults (over 65 years)
- slower metabolic rate requires fewer calories
- thirst sensations diminish, increases risk for dehydration
- calcium is important
- many older adults require carbs that provide fiber
anorexia nervosa
- significantly low body weight for gender and age
- fear of being fat
- consistent restriction of food intake or repeated behavior that prevents weight gain
bulimia nervosa
- cycle of binge eating followed by purging
- lack of control during binges
- average at least 1 cycle of binge eating and purging per week for at least 3 months
binge eating disorder
- repeated episodes of binge eating
- feels loss of control
- does not use compensatory behaviors (purging)
- clients are often overweight or obese
full liquid diet
clear liquids plus liquid dairy products and all juices
pureed diet
clear and full liquids plus pureed meats, fruits, and scrambled eggs
mechanical soft diet
clear and full liquids plus diced or ground foods
soft/low-residue diet
foods that are low in fiber and easy to digest