Nutrition

Nutrition

1. The Biochemical Unit

   • Carbohydrate
   • Protein
   • Fats
   • Water
   • Vitamins
   • Minerals

2. Anatomy and Physiology the Digestive System

   • Digestion
   • Absorption
   • Metabolism and Storage of Nutrients
   • Elimination

3. Dietary Guidlines

   • Dietary Reference Intakes
   • Food Guidelines
   • Daily Values

4. Factors Influencing Nutrition

   • Environmental Factors
   • Developmental Needs

5. Alternative Food Pattern

   • Vegetarian Diet

6. Assessment

   • Through the Patient's Eye
   • Screening
   • Anthropometry
   • Laboratory and Biochemical Tests
   • Diet History and Health History
   • Physical Examination
   • Dysphagia

7. Nursing Diagnosis

8. Planning

   • Goals and Outcomes
   • Setting Priorities
   • Teamwork and Collaboration

9. Implementation

   • Health Promotion
   • Acute Care
   • Restorative and Continued Care

10. Evaluation

    • Through the Eyes of the Patient
    • Patient Outcomes