module 11 Flashcards
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calories
unity measurement.
typical consumption: 1,200 to 2,000 calories per day
inactive: consume less
active: consume more
carbs
basic form: sugar, fiber, starches
simple or complex sugar
carbs broken down into blood glucose
simple carbs
absorbed into blood stream and used quickly
ex: maple syrup, corn, honey
complex carb
take longer to digest
many have a lot of fiber making digestion time longer
veggies, fruits, beans
fiber: soluble and insoluble
neither is digestible
soluble binds with fat and pushes through the Digestive tract: lower cholesterol
insoluble: aids in digestion and promotes bowel movement
Proteins
Basic building blocks of cells
* Composed of amino acids
* Make up muscle and blood components and help keep other body organs working
* Good sources of protein include meat, poultry, eggs, nuts, seeds, seafood, beans,
peas, and soy
Fats
Body needs fats to survive
typically, children and infants need fat for brain growth
Unsaturated fats are typically found in cold-water fish, nuts, and plant matter
* Saturated fats are found in meat, some dairy products, coconut oil, and palm oil
Limit saturated fats and LDL cholesterol in diet
high-density lipoprotein and low-density lipoprotein
types of cholesterol
higher level helps carry the bad cholesterol
LDL cholesterol is linked with heart diseases
inc HDL and lower LDL by limiting statured fats
vitamins and minerals
Needed to keep the body healthy
* Vitamins are found in plant matter and animals
* Minerals are elements from the earth
* Residents may require supplements
* There are 2 types of vitamins—fat soluble and water soluble
hypervitaminosis
high level of vitamins in the body causing toxic symptoms
- most will execrate the excess in the urine
water
Makes up about 60% of human body
* Helps regulate body temperature
* Transports nutrients and wastes
* Keeps cells and organs working properly
* Best choice of fluid to drink
fluid restriction
May be due to heart failure, kidney failure, dialysis, or edema
* All fluids are monitored and charted
* Follow directives from nurse or in care plan
* Remind resident of restriction
Grains
Include whole and refined grains
* Adults should consume 6 to 8 servings per day
* Can help maintain weight, reduce cardiovascular disease, prevent constipation, and offer protection from anemia
fruits
Include fruit and 100% fruit juice
* Juice does not offer fiber
* Adults should eat about 2 cups daily
* Help maintain healthy body weight and can reduce risk of stroke, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and some cancers
Veggies
Subcategories include dark green leafy, orange, and starchy vegetables;
dried beans and peas; and other
* Adults should eat at least 2 to 3 cups daily
* Can help reduce risk of stroke, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and some cancers
Goal: 5-9 serving
Dairy
include any milk-based product that retains calcium content after
processing
* Most adults should get 3 servings daily
* Serving = 1 cup of milk or 1.5 ounces of cheese
* Can help maintain healthy weight, bone mass, and blood pressure
protein- food group
includes meat, poultry, fish, eggs, nuts, seeds, dried beans and peas, and
some items from dairy group
* Adults should eat about 5 to 6 ounces daily
* High-fat choices can increase risk of obesity, heart disease, and some cancers
feeding depedent residetn
make sure tray matches ID
season the food
put clothing protector if resident wants one
test food temp- get spoon and put inside of wrist
sit next to resident
tell resident what you need them to do
clean face and hands, remove prorector
ask resident if they need to use the bathroom
upright position for 30 min after eating
large handled faltware
easier for arthritic hands to grasp
lip plate or plate guard
easier for post-stroke or one handed resident to place food on utensils
straws
easier for residents who can not grasp a cup: the cup holding can stay on the table: resident bends to drink from the straw
cup with handles
offer more surface area to grab and more stability for resident who cannot easily grasp a cup
cup with cover
cove keeps liquid in cup for resident with shaky ahnds: such as those with parkinsons
seperate dishes
the resident can grasp the bowl and keep close the body rather than continuously bending toward the plate for each bite