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Nutritional Assessment Introduction Chapter 1

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What were the leading causes of death in the late 1800s and early 1900s?

Accidents
Genetic disorders
Chronic non-communicable diseases
Infectious diseases (correct)

What are the current leading causes of death?

Autoimmune diseases
Diseases of the heart, Cancer, Chronic lung disease, Cerebrovascular disease/stroke (correct)
Infectious diseases
Rare genetic disorders

What role does diet play in the leading causes of death today?

No role
Minor role
Major role (correct)
Moderate role

Why is nutritional assessment important in managing chronic diseases?

To identify diet-disease relationships (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a fundamental aspect of reducing chronic disease risk according to the text?

Assessing diet and nutritional status (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the purposes of nutritional assessment mentioned in the text?

Identifying groups at nutritional risk (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Nutritional Assessment according to the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition?

A comprehensive approach using medical, nutrition, and medication histories, physical examination, anthropometric measurement, and laboratory data. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which organization defines Nutritional Assessment as a systematic method for obtaining, verifying, and interpreting data related to nutrition problems?

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Nutritional Screening based on the definition by the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition?

To identify individuals at risk for malnutrition to determine if a detailed assessment is needed. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect does Anthropometry focus on?

Measuring the physical dimensions and gross composition of the body. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of data is analyzed in Biochemical assessments for Nutritional Assessment methods?

Laboratory assays on various body tissues or fluids. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics define Nutritional Assessment?

A systematic process to obtain, verify and interpret data related to nutrition problems. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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