Parenteral Nutrition
Parenteral nutrition is indicated for a client when
- adverse effects of oncology therapy
- gastrointestinal problems
- alcoholism
- eating disorder
- depression
Nutrition therapy is designed to
attain or maintain optimal nutritional status
4
What are some other examples of modified diets
low sodium
carbohydrate (controlled)
gluten free
high fiber
vegetarian plans
IV tubing and filter should be changed
every 24 hours
dietary modification includese
quantitative and qualitative
Level 1
Dysphagia pureed
what are some common food allergies
lactose, gluten, wheat, dairy, nut, shellfish, egg
The preferred route of parenteral nutrition is
central route
Quantitative modification is
modification in numbers of meals served, calories, specific nutrients
Level 2
Dysphagia Mechanically Altered
top causes of food poisonings
norovirus, salmonella species, clostridium perfringens, campylobacter species, staphylococcus aureus
This parenteral nutrition route is least preferred due to high infection risk
Peripheral
modification in texture, consistency, and nutrients
Level 3
Dysphagia advanced
pregnant women need what dietary supplement
folic acid and iron
Complications of parenteral nutrition include
pneumothorax, sepsis, and hyperglycemia
Level 4
Return to regular diet
children or teenagers need what dietary supplement
iron or calcium