Diet and Nutrition for Febrile Conditions
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What is the recommended protein intake for individuals with febrile conditions?

  • 1.3-1.5 g/kg/day (correct)
  • 1.5-2.0 g/kg/day
  • 1.0-1.2 g/kg/day
  • 2.0-3.0 g/kg/day

Why is a liberal intake of simple sugars recommended for individuals with febrile conditions?

  • To spare fat
  • To replenish glycogen stores (correct)
  • To reduce inflammation
  • To provide energy for the immune system

What is the primary reason for vitamin supplementation in individuals with febrile conditions?

  • To compensate for antibiotic-induced B-complex synthesis interference (correct)
  • To boost immune function
  • To reduce fever
  • To support energy production

How often should individuals with acute fevers be fed?

<p>At least 8 feedings in a day (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for liberal fluid intake in individuals with febrile conditions?

<p>To replace losses from the skin and permit adequate volume of urine for excretion of wastes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of typhoid fever in relation to lymphoid tissues in the intestines?

<p>Enlargement of lymphoid tissues in the intestines (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial dietary recommendation for diarrhea management?

<p>Low fiber, low-fat diet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can oral rehydration solutions be started in diarrhea management?

<p>After 12 hours of NPO with IV fluids and electrolytes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended feeding strategy for infants with diarrhea?

<p>Continuing breastfeeding or full-strength formula feeding (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of diverticulosis?

<p>Lifelong low-fiber intake (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can solids be reintroduced to children with diarrhea?

<p>After 2-3 days of oral rehydration therapy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of nutritional support in diarrhea management?

<p>Preventing weight loss (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the nutritional rationale for high kcal intake in typhoid fever patients?

<p>To prevent excessive catabolism of tissue protein (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is vitamin C supplementation recommended in rheumatic fever patients?

<p>To replace losses due to infection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended meal frequency for typhoid fever patients?

<p>Small, frequent feedings (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is liberal fluid intake recommended in typhoid fever patients?

<p>To maintain water balance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the nutritional rationale for high CHO intake in typhoid fever patients?

<p>To replenish glycogen stores (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is a low-fiber, low-residue diet recommended in typhoid fever patients?

<p>To avoid further irritation of the GIT (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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