Download or read book Nutritrac written by Mosby Publishing Staff and published by Mosby Incorporated. This book was released on 2001-12 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NUTRITRAC Nutrition Analysis CD-ROM is the innovative, modern, and easy way to perform complete nutritional analyses for clients and patients. The program calculates energy expenditure based on activity level and caloric intake, providing helpful nutrient reports, calorie and fat content charts, DRI/RNI graphs, and much more! The third edition includes a database of over 3,000 foods and 18 different food categories, with an activity database containing more than 150 various daily/common, sporting, recreational and occupational activities. (Includes FREE online bianual nutrition newsletter atwww.Harcourt.com/NUTRITRAC/)
Download or read book Williams Basic Nutrition Diet Therapy E Book written by Staci Nix McIntosh and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2016-05-31 with total page 529 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: - NEW! Completely updated content incorporate the recently released 2015 dietary guidelines, Healthy People objectives, nutrition labels, common weight-loss diets, FDA/CDC statistics/warnings regarding trans fatty acids, disordered eating, and more. - NEW! New chapter review questions reflect the latest NCLEX Exam format. Answers to these questions will appear in the appendix. - NEW! Rewritten chapters on clinical nutrition take a more application-based approach and feature clarified explanations, enhanced readability, a focus on the most relevant and practical information, and new topics such as energy expenditure calculations, water balance, cirrhosis complications, diet plans for diabetes, and more. - NEW! Updated Nutrition and Physical Fitness chapter written by sport dietitian Kary Woodruff reflects the latest research in the field, including new questionnaires used for exercise readiness, current recommendations for energy needs, and nutritional considerations for athletic performance. - NEW! Updated Weight Management chapter written by certified adult weight management dietitian Theresa Dvorak reflects the latest research in the field, including the role of genetics, disordered eating, treatments for obesity, and more.
Download or read book Analysis in Nutrition Research written by George Pounis and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2018-10-19 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Analysis in Nutrition Research: Principles of Statistical Methodology and Interpretation of the Results describes, in a comprehensive manner, the methodologies of quantitative analysis of data originating specifically from nutrition studies. The book summarizes various study designs in nutrition research, research hypotheses, the proper management of dietary data, and analytical methodologies, with a specific focus on how to interpret the results of any given study. In addition, it provides a comprehensive overview of the methodologies used in study design and the management and analysis of collected data, paying particular attention to all of the available, modern methodologies and techniques. Users will find an overview of the recent challenges and debates in the field of nutrition research that will define major research hypotheses for research in the next ten years. Nutrition scientists, researchers and undergraduate and postgraduate students will benefit from this thorough publication on the topic. - Provides a comprehensive presentation of the various study designs applied in nutrition research - Contains a parallel description of statistical methodologies used for each study design - Presents data management methodologies used specifically in nutrition research - Describes methodologies using both a theoretical and applied approach - Illustrates modern techniques in dietary pattern analysis - Summarizes current topics in the field of nutrition research that will define major research hypotheses for research in the next ten years
Download or read book Williams Basic Nutrition Diet Therapy14 written by Staci Nix and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 562 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Part of the popular LPN Threads Series, Williams' Basic Nutrition & Diet Therapy is the market leader for a reason: you get coverage of hot topics, emerging trends, and cutting edge research, plus all the essentials for providing the best nutrition care. Written in a clear, conversational style, the book begins with the fundamental concepts of nutrition and then applies those concepts to diverse demographic groups in different stages of life. You also learn how selected disease processes work, and how to help communities and individuals achieve health and healthy living. A free CD contains Nutritrac, a computer program that helps you analyze case studies and create customized client profiles. An engaging design includes colorful openers, illustrations, boxes, tables, and text layout. Clinical Applications and For Further Focus boxes highlight hot topics and analyze concepts and trends in depth. Case studies in clinical care chapters focus attention on related patient care problems. Key Concepts and Key Terms condense critical information into easy-to-find boxes. Diet therapy guidelines include recommendations, restrictions, and sample diets for a number of major clinical conditions. Cultural Considerations boxes discuss how a patient's culture can affect nutritional concepts in practice. Challenge questions use true/false, multiple-choice, and matching formats to test your understanding of chapter content. Critical thinking questions challenge you to analyze, apply, and combine concepts. Chapter summaries put content into perspective in terms of the "big picture" in nutrition. Internet-based research and learning is emphasized and expanded throughout the text, citing key websites. Useful appendixes include information on cholesterol content, fiber content, cultural and religious dietary patterns, and more. A companion website contains case studies applying chapter content to real-life examples, 350 study questions for instant self-assessment, the most recent growth charts from the CDC, the ADA's Nutrition Care Process, and links to online information sources. Mosby's NUTRITRAC Nutrition Analysis and Weight Management CD offers the perfect clinical practice tool, letting you create customized personal profiles and analyze food intake and energy output - by using a database of more than 3,000 foods and more than 150 sporting, recreational, and occupational activities. Unique! Content threads share features with other LPN/LVN titles from Elsevier for a consistent learning experience. More than 50 new illustrations include more age and culturally diverse images as well as more illustrations of disease states. New assessment tools in the text include the Mini Mental State Examination, PAR-Q (Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire), body composition measurement tools, and tools for energy requirement calculations. Drug-Nutrient Interaction boxes highlight potential adverse effects of specific medications. Updated statistics on diseases and conditions illustrate emerging trends and hot topics such as obesity and supplement use. Updated Choose Your Foods: Exchange Lists for Diabetes in the appendix includes new content for culturally diverse populations. A new figure illustrates the complex processes of digestion and metabolism. Water Balance chapter includes the DRIs for fluids and provides the water content of selected foods. Nutrition in Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence chapter adds information on the growing problem of overweight and obese children. Weight Management chapter covers food misinformation and fads, addressing the dangers and the groups vulnerable to such misinformation. Gastrointestinal and Accessory Organ Problems chapter includes recent research on the pathogenesis of celiac disease along with the principles and selected foods of the gluten-free diet for treatment. Coronary Heart Disease and Hypertension chapter is updated to follow the now-standard Therapeutic Lifestyle Change (TLC) diet to treat hypertension. Surgery and Nutritional Support chapter includes considerations and diets used in treatment for the post-bariatric surgery patient.
Download or read book Essentials of Nutrition and Diet Therapy written by Sue Rodwell Williams and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2003 with total page 920 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Accompanying CD provides interactive tools to perform a complete nutrition analysis of food intake, as well as calculate energy expenditure based on activity level and caloric intake.
Download or read book Williams Essentials of Nutrition and Diet Therapy Revised Reprint E Book written by Eleanor Schlenker and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2013-03-15 with total page 686 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Evidence-Based Practice boxes emphasize the importance of using research to achieve the best possible patient outcomes. Expanded health promotion coverage includes the World Health Organization’s definition of "health," the concept of wellness, and patient education. An in-depth discussion of childhood obesity explores the impact and prevention of this major health concern. Additional information on metabolic syndrome examines its effects on the cardiovascular system. Coverage of nutrition support includes the use of adapted feeding tools to aid patients in various disease states. Perspective in Practice boxes offer quick access to practical applications of nutrition principles. Choose Your Foods: Exchange Lists for Diabetes features the latest updates from the American Dietetic Association.
Download or read book Williams Essentials of Nutrition and Diet Therapy E Book written by Eleanor Schlenker and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2014-10-15 with total page 640 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From basic nutrition principles to the latest nutrition therapies for common diseases, Williams' Essentials of Nutrition & Diet Therapy, 11th Edition offers a solid foundation in the fundamental knowledge and skills you need to provide effective patient care. Authors Eleanor Schlenker and Joyce Gilbert address nutrition across the lifespan and within the community, with an emphasis on health promotion and the effects of culture and religion on nutrition. Evidence-based information, real-world case scenarios, colorful illustrations, boxes, and tables help you learn how to apply essential nutrition concepts and therapies in clinical practice. Key terms identified in the text and defined on the page help reinforce critical concepts. Case studies illustrate key concepts in authentic, "real-life" scenarios that reinforce learning and promote nutritional applications. Evidence-Based Practice boxes summarize current research findings. Diet-Medication Interactions boxes provide diet-warnings related to specific prescription drugs. Focus on Culture boxes introduce you to cultural competence and the special nutritional needs, health problems, and appropriate interventions applicable to different cultural, ethnic, racial and age groups. Health Promotion section devoted solely to health promotion and wellness stresses healthy lifestyle choices and prevention as the best "medicine." Focus on Food Safety boxes alert you to food safety issues related to a particular nutrient, age group, or medical condition. Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) boxes offer uses, contraindications, and advantages/disadvantages of common types of herbs and supplements and potential interactions with prescription or over-the-counter medications. Perspective in Practice boxes supply you with practice elements for nutrition education. Websites of Interest call-outs cite key websites with suggestions for further study and exploration of various nutrition topics at the end of each chapter. NEW! Clinical nutrition chapters cover the latest guidelines and medications. NEW! MyPlate replaces former Food Guide Pyramid. NEW! Dietary Guidelines for Americans reflect 2010 changes. UPDATED! Review questions emphasize critical thinking. NEW! Streamlined content provides the essentials of nutrition and diet therapy.
Download or read book Nutrition Essentials and Diet Therapy E Book written by Nancy J. Peckenpaugh and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2009-10-01 with total page 729 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nutrition Essentials and Diet Therapy provides complete coverage of all of the content needed in an LPN/LVN curriculum. This versatile text concentrates on what is most important for the health care provider to know about the nutrition basics and the application on nutrition knowledge. Coverage includes the latest developments in nutrition fundamentals, nutrition across the life span, nutritional management of chronic and acute illnesses, the latest DRI's, and expanded coverage of vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and herbal remedies. An LPN Threads Series title. - Unique! Cultural boxes incorporated throughout each chapter focus on specific ways in which culture affects nutritional concepts in practice and promote a greater cultural awareness and prepares students to work with diverse clients. - Unique! Facts and Fallacies identify common myths about nutrition and then present the facts. This feature promotes nutritional education that is based on research and current belief. - Unique! Teaching Pearls provide practical nutritional counseling tips and analogies. - Critical Thinking Case Studies cover a variety of client teaching considerations related to various nutritional situations. Each case study is followed by application questions. - Chapter Challenge Questions and Classroom Activities appear at the end of each chapter and provide the opportunity to review and discuss the content. - Additional coverage on women and cardiovascular disease provides insight to the importance of prevention of cardiovascular disease. - Expanded herbal therapy coverage includes content on potential interactions between herbal medications and other types of medication. - Information on the role that nutrition plays in the prevention of neurodegenerative diseases has been expanded to address the significant growth in the number of individuals being diagnosed with these problems. - Expanded content on proteins addresses the increase use of protein powders by athletes and the use of enteral and parenteral supplements during chronic and acute illnesses. - NEW Online Version of Nutritrac Nutrition Analysis Program provides additional tools for learning with an expanded food database of over 5,000 foods in 18 different categories and a complete listing of more than 150 activities. Additional new features for this online version include an ideal body weight (IBW) calculator, a Harris-Benedict calculator to estimate total daily energy needs, and the complete Exchange Lists for Meal Planning.
Download or read book Foundations and Clinical Applications of Nutrition written by Michele Grodner and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 900 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The new second edition of this nutrition text continues to approach the study of nutrition and diet therapy from the personal and professional perspectives of nursing students. It emphasizes the significant role nutrition plays in the overall health of your patients. As a guide for planning a healthful diet, the Food Guide Pyramid is integrated throughout the text."--Jacket.
Download or read book The Dental Hygienist s Guide to Nutritional Care E Book written by Cynthia A. Stegeman and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2018-03-01 with total page 461 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: **Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 in Dental Hygiene & Auxiliaries** Learn how to apply nutritional principles to promote optimal patient care! The Dental Hygienist's Guide to Nutritional Care, 5th Edition explains how teaching proper nutrition can improve your clients' oral and systemic health. Case studies and clear, full-color photos and illustrations provide a basis for assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients. In addition, a solid foundation in nutrition prepares you for the subject's increased emphasis on the NBDHE examination. Written by an interdisciplinary author team with expertise in nutrition and dental hygiene, this book was the first nutritional guide designed specifically for dental hygienists! - UNIQUE! Biochemistry chapter covers the essential concepts tested on the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE). - UNIQUE! Coverage of vitamins and minerals is based on the oral effects of micronutrients. - Clinically relevant applications to dental hygiene include a focus on patient education and dental hygiene considerations in each chapter. - Case studies and Health Applications demonstrate how nutrition concepts can be applied to specific patient situations. - Learning features include pretests and key terms highlighted in each chapter, with definitions in the glossary. - Practice quizzes online allow you to test your comprehension, and include feedback and remediation for incorrect answers. - NEW! Updated content addresses interdisciplinary practice and the FDA's Food Safety Modernization Act, with expanded coverage of older adults, vitamin D, and nutrigenomics. - NEW! Coverage of the latest federal nutrition standards includes the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the Nutrition Facts label, and more. - NEW! UPDATED full-color illustrations include additional clinical photos as well as food-source photos in the micronutrient chapters.
Download or read book Kopple and Massry s Nutritional Management of Renal Disease written by Joel D. Kopple and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2004 with total page 716 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This in-depth review of metabolism and nutritional management of patients with renal disease is now in its Second Edition! Chapter topics are clearly defined and each chapter integrates basic and clinical sciences. Illustrations, diagrams, and tables enhance the text. New features include the latest National Kidney Foundation Clinical Practice Guidelines on Nutrition in Chronic Renal Failure; the most recent scientific discoveries and the latest techniques for assessing nutritional status in renal disease; and literature reviews on patients who receive continuous veno-venous hemofiltration with or without dialysis. An easy-to-use book for busy clinicians, with extensive and up-to-date references, it provides information relevant to everyday practice. Compatibility: BlackBerry(R) OS 4.1 or Higher / iPhone/iPod Touch 2.0 or Higher /Palm OS 3.5 or higher / Palm Pre Classic / Symbian S60, 3rd edition (Nokia) / Windows Mobile(TM) Pocket PC (all versions) / Windows Mobile Smartphone / Windows 98SE/2000/ME/XP/Vista/Tablet PC
Download or read book Nutritional Foundations and Clinical Applications E Book written by Michele Grodner and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2013-08-07 with total page 572 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in its 5th edition, the critically acclaimed Nutritional Foundations and Clinical Applications, A Nursing Approach offers you a comprehensive, first-hand account of the ways in which nutrition affects the lives of nursing professionals and everyday people. Discussions on nutritional needs and nutritional therapy, from the nurse's perspective, define your role in nutrition, wellness, and health promotion. The dynamic author team of Grodner, Roth, and Walkingshaw utilizes a conversational writing style, and a variety of learning features help you apply your knowledge to the clinical setting. Content updates, specifically to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010, an online resource, a new logical organization, and much more prepare you to handle the challenges you face with ease. Emphasis on health promotion and primary prevention stresses the adoption of a healthy diet and lifestyle to enhance quality of life. Content Knowledge and Critical Thinking/Clinical Applications case studies reinforce knowledge and help you apply nutrition principles to real-world situations. Cultural Considerations boxes discuss various eating patterns related to ethnicity and religion to help you understand the various influences on health and wellness. Personal Perspective boxes demonstrate the personal touch for which this book is known, and offer first-hand accounts of interactions with patients and their families. Health Debate and Social Issue boxes explore controversial health issues and encourage you to develop your own opinions. Teaching tool boxes provide tips and guidance to apply when educating patients. Website listings with a short narrative at the end of every chapter refer you to additional online resources. Updated content to Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 keeps you current. Additional questions added to case studies in the Nursing Approach boxes help you focus on practical ways you can use nutrition in practice. Study tools on Evolve present virtual case studies and additional questions with instant feedback to your answers that reinforce your learning. Online icons throughout the text refer you to the NEW Nutrition Concepts Online course content. A logical organization to updated and streamlined content lets you find the information you need quickly.
Download or read book Williams Essentials of Nutrition and Diet Therapy E Book written by Joyce Ann Gilbert and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2023-05-17 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: **Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 with "Essential Purchase" designation in Nutrition** Master the essentials of nutrition science and patient care with this concise text! Williams' Essentials of Nutrition and Diet Therapy, 13th Edition helps you understand and apply nutrition concepts in the treatment of disease, disease prevention, and life enhancement. The text is broken out into three parts: the basics of nutrients and the body, the life cycle and community nutrition, and clinical nutrition. Case studies help you determine nutritional interventions in treating both acute and chronic conditions. Written by nutrition specialists Joyce Gilbert and Eleanor D. Schlenker, this book includes the latest advances in research and evidence-based practice. - Strong community focus includes robust coverage of health promotion, cultural competence, patient safety, lifespan, and public health issues. - Person-centered approach helps you develop practical solutions to individual problems, based on the authors' personal research and clinical experience. - MyPlate for Older Adults is included, as developed by nutrition scientists at Tufts University and the AARP Foundation, along with the Nestlé Mini Nutritional Assessment Scale. - Health Promotion sections help you with nutrition education, stressing healthy lifestyle choices and prevention as the best medicine. - Case studies provide opportunities for problem solving, allowing you to apply concepts to practical situations in nutrition care. - Evidence-Based Practice boxes emphasize critical thinking and summarize current research findings. - Focus on Culture boxes highlight cultural competence and the nutritional deficiencies, health problems, and appropriate interventions relating to different cultural, ethnic, racial, and age groups. - Focus on Food Safety boxes alert you to food safety issues related to a particular nutrient, population group, or medical condition. - Complementary and Alternative Medicine boxes offer uses, contraindications, and advantages/disadvantages of common types of herbs and supplements, and potential interactions with prescription or over-the-counter medications. - Chapter summaries and review questions reinforce your understanding of key concepts and their application. - Key terms are identified in the text and defined on the page to help reinforce critical concepts.
Download or read book The Dental Hygienist s Guide to Nutritional Care E Book written by Lisa F. Mallonee and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2024-07-19 with total page 1226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to apply nutritional principles to promote optimal patient care! The Dental Hygienist's Guide to Nutritional Care, 6th Edition, explains how teaching proper nutrition can improve oral and systemic health. Case studies and clear, full-color photos and illustrations provide a basis for assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients. In addition, a solid foundation in nutrition prepares you for the subject's increased emphasis on the NBDHE examination. - NEW! Incorporation of the latest federal nutrition standards and initiatives includes Healthy People 2030 and the 2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. - Clinically relevant applications to dental hygiene include a focus on patient education and dental hygiene considerations. - Vitamin and mineral content is presented based on the oral effects of micronutrients. - Case studies and Health Applications in each chapter demonstrate how nutrition concepts can be applied to specific patient situations. - Robust practice opportunities allow you to test your comprehension and apply what you've learned. - Key terms are highlighted in each chapter and defined in the glossary.
Download or read book Primary Care Tools for Clinicians written by Lorraine Loretz and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designed to save time and assist busy practitioners, this book guides standardized assessment and documentation of a patient's condition by providing ready-to-use forms that represent the 'gold standard' of current practice.
Download or read book Nutrition Essentials and Diet Therapy written by Nancy J. Peckenpaugh and published by Saunders. This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here's everything you need to know about nutrition science and therapy applications in the health care setting! This popular book is now better than ever, offering insight into the very latest developments in the field, as well as life span considerations, management of chronic and acute illnesses, expanded coverage of vitamins and supplements, and more. It's especially valuable for helping clients manage the metabolic syndrome (insulin resistance) and related health problems. New Features Make the Book Easier to Use. Content Threads such as key terms, definition boxes, key concepts, critical thinking and self-test questions, and special focus or practical application boxes provide a variety of learning aids to reinforce concepts and promote retention. Cultural Considerations boxes increase your awareness of diversity in the health care setting. Comprehensive Coverage Includes Timely Nutrition Topics. Updated guidelines: The 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, MyPyramid Food Guidance System, The latest Dietary References Intakes (DRIs) and Tolerable Upper Levels (ULs), Revised guidelines for lipid and blood pressure goals for cardiovascular disease. Updated and expanded discussions of current topics: Bariatric surgery, Renal disease, Low-carbohydrate versus low-fat diets, Early diagnosis and management of diabetes, Preventing and treating pressure ulcers. Increased emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention: Cancer prevention, Prevention of childhood obesity, Food safety, including emergency preparedness, food irradiation, genetically modified foods, and preventing food poisoning. Book jacket.
Download or read book Wellness written by David J. Anspaugh and published by McGraw-Hill Humanities, Social Sciences & World Languages. This book was released on 1997 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This updated text stresses the importance of wellness and aims to teach the student self-responsibility, healthy lifestyles, health-promoting behaviours and consumer awareness. To achieve this, it presents suggestions for behaviour changes that students can implement. An instructor's manual is also available.
