Section 1
Review
In what ways can illnesses affect nutrition status? Contrast the roles of the different health care professionals in providing nutrition care. (pp. 589-591)
Give examples of the methods used for screening patients for malnutrition. Explain how nutrition screening differs from a complete nutrition assessment. (pp. 591-593)
Discuss each of the steps of the nutrition care process. (pp. 593-595)
Give examples of the types of information included in medical, social, and diet histories. (pp. 595-596)
Describe the methods of gathering food intake data, and indicate the advantages and disadvantages of each process. (pp. 596-599)
What types of anthropometric measurements are included in nutrition assessments? Explain how these measurements help in the evaluation of nutrition status. (pp. 599-601)
How do biochemical analyses help to assess nutrition status? Give examples. What confounding factors may influence the results of blood tests? (pp. 601-605)
Give examples of physical signs that can suggest malnutrition. Describe the signs and symptoms that can result from fluid retention and dehydration. (pp. 604-605)