Week 6 - Nutrition & Hydration need Flashcards
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What is Nutrition
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- The intake of food in relation to the bodies dietary needs
2
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What is a good nutrition?
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- An acquit well balanced diet combed with regular physical activity.
3
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What is poor nutrition
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- Can lead to reduced immunity, increased risk to disease, impaired physical and mental development
4
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What are the essential nutrients
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- Carbohydrates
- Proteins
- Lipids
- Water
- Minerals
- Vitamins
5
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Nutrients Purpose
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- Forming body structures ( blood and bone)
- Providing energy
- Helping regulate the body’s biochemical reactions
6
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Measure and analyse body weight, body mass index and waist circumference
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7
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Outline the steps in a basic swallow assessment
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8
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State the normal range for blood glucose and differentiate between hypoglycaemia & hyperglycaemia
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- Normal range 4-8 mmol/L
- Hypoglycaemia: Low BSL
- Hyperglycaemia: High BSL
9
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What is Dysphagia
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10
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Dysphagia Signs
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11
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Dysphagia Symptoms
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12
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What is Aspiration Pneumonia
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13
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Aspiration Pneumonia Signs
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14
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Aspiration pneumonia Symptoms
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15
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Nursing interventions aimed at promoting optimal nutrition
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