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What is the primary goal of dietary changes for a patient recovering from typhoid?
What is the primary goal of dietary changes for a patient recovering from typhoid?
- Limit fluid intake
- Avoid all carbohydrates
- Increase nutrient intake (correct)
- Reduce body weight
Patients recovering from typhoid should eat fewer meals throughout the day to improve nutrient absorption.
Patients recovering from typhoid should eat fewer meals throughout the day to improve nutrient absorption.
False (B)
Name one type of food that is included in the early morning diet for patients.
Name one type of food that is included in the early morning diet for patients.
Coconut water
The recommended portion size of buttermilk for mid-morning is ______.
The recommended portion size of buttermilk for mid-morning is ______.
Match the food item to its corresponding meal:
Match the food item to its corresponding meal:
Which of the following meals includes dairy and vegetables?
Which of the following meals includes dairy and vegetables?
It is beneficial to nag individuals with eating disorders about their eating habits.
It is beneficial to nag individuals with eating disorders about their eating habits.
What should the focus be when planning meals for TB patients?
What should the focus be when planning meals for TB patients?
Eating disorders are considered __________ illnesses.
Eating disorders are considered __________ illnesses.
Match the food items to their portion sizes:
Match the food items to their portion sizes:
Which of the following snacks is suggested for increasing appetite?
Which of the following snacks is suggested for increasing appetite?
Family support plays a minimal role in the recovery from eating disorders.
Family support plays a minimal role in the recovery from eating disorders.
What should not be done when managing eating disorders?
What should not be done when managing eating disorders?
What type of diet is recommended for patients with high blood sugar levels?
What type of diet is recommended for patients with high blood sugar levels?
Patients with renal failure should follow a high protein diet.
Patients with renal failure should follow a high protein diet.
What cooking method is recommended for those with chronic kidney diseases to reduce potassium intake?
What cooking method is recommended for those with chronic kidney diseases to reduce potassium intake?
Patients with HIV disease require a ___ protein, ___ calorie diet.
Patients with HIV disease require a ___ protein, ___ calorie diet.
Match the dietary needs with the appropriate patient conditions:
Match the dietary needs with the appropriate patient conditions:
What is the recommended meal frequency for individuals with gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
What is the recommended meal frequency for individuals with gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
Mechanical processing of food is beneficial for elderly individuals.
Mechanical processing of food is beneficial for elderly individuals.
What are the two alternative feeding methods for individuals unable to eat orally?
What are the two alternative feeding methods for individuals unable to eat orally?
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Study Notes
Menu options
- Menu options include a variety of food groups, including fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy.
- Patients can choose from a variety of options to suit their preferences.
- Patients can choose from a variety of foods to meet their nutritional needs.
Eating Disorders
- Eating disorders are long-term illnesses and people recover slowly.
- Family support is important.
- Do not nag patients about eating or not eating.
- Patients with eating disorders are often self-conscious about their eating habits.
Typhoid Fever
- Patients with typhoid fever require increased nutrient intake.
- Feeding several times a day is encouraged.
Dietary Considerations & Nutritional Needs During Sub-Acute Fever
- A 1600 Kcal diet chart is provided for sub-acute fever.
- The diet includes coconut water, glucose biscuits, potato sandwiches, banana, apple juice, buttermilk, suji upma, clear dal soup, khichri, soft vegetables, washed dal, curd, cooking oil, tea with sugar, and glucose biscuits.
Modification in Nutrient Content
- The nutrient content of the diet is modified to treat deficiencies.
- Patients with diabetes often need a diabetic diet which requires changes in the quantity and type of carbohydrates included at each meal.
- Refined carbohydrates are best avoided.
- Complex carbohydrates are recommended.
Changes in Meal Frequency
- Individuals suffering with gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) stand to benefit by consuming small but frequent meals.
- Five to six small meals instead of three regular meals are recommended.
Changes in Methods of Cooking
- Leaching is indicated for cooking vegetables for people with chronic kidney diseases.
- Leaching drains out excessive potassium and phosphorous from the vegetables.
- Elderly people may benefit from food modification by mechanical processing such as mashing, blending, or chopping.
- For patients on a bland diet, steamed, baked, or grilled foods are recommended.
Modification in the Method of Feeding
- Oral feeding is the preferred method of providing adequate nutrition.
- Enteral feeding or parenteral feeding may be necessary if oral feeding is not possible.
Nutrition and Infection
- This chapter discusses the interaction between nutrition and infection.
- The effect of infection on nutritional status.
- Nutritional status influences the body's ability to fight off infection.
- Infection can lead to nutrient deficiencies.
- Patients with infections may require specialized diets to meet their increased nutritional needs.
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