Food balance
Do not eat meat, fish or poultry
Vegetarians
Good source of energy. Can increase cholesterol
Fats
Nothing by mouth abbreviation
NPO
Liquid consistency similar to fruit nectar
Nectar
3 cc equals ______ mL
90 mL (3 x 30)
The process which the body uses food to maintain health
Nutrition
Most essential nutrient for life, Helps move Oxygen
Water
Has the patient/s name, diet allergies, likes and dislikes, etc.
Diet Cards
Why do residents requires thickened liquids?
The residents has swallowing problems
Fluid that is eliminated from the body
Output
Name 3 things that affects nutrition in the elderly?
Production of less salvia, side effects of medications, Decrease in activity and mobility, Weakened sense of smell and taste, Loss of vision, Dentures, tooth loss, or poor dental health, Depression and lack of interaction, Special diets that restrict foods
Supply the body with energy
Carbohydrates
Ordered for residents who have certain illnesses or conditions
Special diets
Consistency which is similar to honey
Honey thick
Occurs when more fluid is consumed then eliminated
Fluid overload
The process of breaking down and transforming all nutritions that enter the body
Metabolism
Every cell needs this, Helps to grow new tissue
Proteins
At least half of all grains consumed should be this type of grain
Whole
What degree angle should a resident be positioned at while eating?
90 degrees
When a person consumes and eliminates equal amounts of fluid
Fluid balance
These two food groups make up half of your plate
Fruits & vegetables
Help the body function normally
Minerals
Dairy products should contain what percentage of fat?
1%
When a resident has difficulty swallowing food or drinks
Dysphagia
Allowed to drink BUT only a limited amount ordered by a doctor
Fluid restriction