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Macronutrients and Micronutrients of diet

Patient was educated on macronutrients and micronutrients of diet as follows: The food consumed majorly consists of 2 types of nutrients – Macronutrients and micronutrients. Macronutrients are the nutrients that contain calories and yield energy upon metabolism for essential functions of the human body, such as, body metabolism, working, walking, thinking, and growth & repair. Macronutrients are needed in large quantities and are divided into three major groups - carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Micronutrients are nutrients [...]

Improving Oral Intake

Caregiver was instructed upon measures to improve oral intake as follows: Obtain a dietary consult if necessary to assist client in selecting foods/fluids that meet nutritional needs, are appealing, and adhere to personal and cultural preferences Encourage a rest period before meals to minimize fatigue. Maintain a clean environment and relaxed, pleasant atmosphere. Provide oral hygiene before meals to remove unpleasant tastes, which often improves the taste of foods/fluids. Serve frequent, small meals rather than [...]

Measures to Improve Oral Intake

Caregiver was instructed upon measures to improve oral intake as follows: Obtain a dietary consult if necessary to assist client in selecting foods/fluids that meet nutritional needs, are appealing, and adhere to personal and cultural preferences Encourage a rest period before meals to minimize fatigue. Maintain a clean environment and relaxed, pleasant atmosphere. Provide oral hygiene before meals to remove unpleasant tastes, which often improves the taste of foods/fluids. Serve frequent, small meals rather than [...]

Low Phosphorus Foods

Patient was educated on dietary sources of low phosphorus foods as follows: Phosphorus can also be added to your foods as an additive or a preservative. If one is prescribed a diet low in phosphorus or if ones’ renal function is compromised, caution should be exercised in watching for the phosphorus in foods, that is being added as an additive. Always, look for the phosphorus additives in the food items you buy. Use jelly beans [...]

Dietary Sources of Vitamin K

Patient was instructed regarding the dietary sources of vitamin K as follows: Moderation is recommended on the following food items with a patient on Coumadin Kale Brussels sprouts Broccoli Basil Cabbage Collard greens Mustard greens Turnip greens Parsley Spinach Swiss Chard Green tea Herbal supplements