Basic Nutrition Home Management Flashcards
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What foods are vitamin A found in
Liver spinach leafy green and yellow vegetables yellow fruits fish liver oils egg yolk butter cream whole milk
What are vitamin A major functions
Growth vision healthy hair skin and mucous membranes resistance to infection
What food sources are vitaminB found in
Pork fish poultry eggs liver breads pastas cereals oatmeal potatoes peas beans soybeans peanuts
What are vitamin B major functions
Muscle tone nerve function digestion appetite normal elimination carbohydrate metabolism
What are vitamin B12 Major functions
Formation of red blood cells protein metabolism nervous system function
What food sources are vitamin B12 found in
Liver meats poultry fish eggs milk cheese
What foods are Vitamin c fond in
Citrus fruits tomatoes potatoes cabbage strawberries green vegetables melons
What are vitamin C major functions
Formation of substances that hold tissues together healthy blood vessels skin gums bones and teeth wound healing prevention of bleeding resistance to infection
What food sources do you find vitamin E in
Vegetable oils milk eggs meats cereals green leafy vegetables
What is the most important nutrient necessary for life
Water
Irons major function is to
Enables red blood cells to carry oxygen
Where do you find sodium in what food
Almost all foods
What is nvd
Nausea vomit diareah
What is a puréed diet
Diet that is blended
What things can you have in a clear liquid diet
Water tea coffee clear broths gingerale apple juice
What is a minced diet
Food chopped into small peaches
What is a low sodium diet
Restrict sodium intake may use salt substitute foods with high sodium contents are also taken away from the menu
Assisting a client with eating you should
Face the client The client is up right Raise the head of the bed Bite sizes Tea spoon allow enough time
What is protein needed for
Tissue growth and repair
Protein sources are found in
Milk fish poultry eggs milk and milk products cereals beans peas and nuts
What is the best source of protein
Animal products
What do carbohydrates provide
Provide energy for the body and fibre for bowel elimination
Name three kinds of carbohydrates
Simple sugars
Starches
Fibre
What’s foods is fiber found in
Bran
Nuts
Seeds
Raw fruits with skin
