List the six basic nutrients:
1. Water
2. Carbohydrates
3. Protein
4. Fats
5. Vitamins
6. Minerals
List basic function for the six
... [Show More] nutrients:
1. Assists in digestion and absorption of food.
2. Supply the body with energy and extra protein
3. Tissue growth and repair, supply energy
4. Helps the body store energy
5. Needed by the body to function
6. Help build bones, make hormones, and help in blood formation.
___________ is the most essential nutrient for life.
water
Minerals include ______, ______, ___________, and _______________.
Zinc, iron, calcium and magnesium
List two food sources for each nutrient:
Protein:Carbohydrates:Fats:
Protein: seafood, poultry, meat, eggs, milk, cheese, nuts, nut butters, peas, beans, or legumes
Carbohydrates: Bread, cereal, potatoes, rice, pasta, vegetables, fruits, sugars, sweets, syrups
Fats: Butter, beef, pork, fowl, fish, dairy products, olives, nuts, and seeds
Which color vegetables have the best nutritional content?
Dark green, red, and orange
This food group is our body's best source of energy?
Breads and cereals
Which of these is not considered one of the six nutrients?
fiber
Culture, ethnicity, income, education, and geography all affect ideas about nutrition. Food preferences may change. Why should we listen to and respect the changes and preferences of our residents?
Because residents have the legal right to make choices about their food.
CNAs should respect a resident's food preferences.
T
If a resident won't eat a food, it's best to respect their privacy and not ask questions.
F
What might influence food preferences?
religion
How can you help make meal times more enjoyable?
Have the resident eat with friends or stay for the meal
Residents with what health issues may be on a low-sodium diet?
High blood-pressure, heart disease, kidney disease, or fluid retention.
What common food item is restricted in a low-sodium diet?
Salt
Residents with what condition may be on a fluid-restricted diet?
a. Severe heart disease
b. kidney disease
A low-protein diet may be used to protect which organ from protein compounds?
Kidneys
Diabetics should avoid foods that are high in _________.
sugar
Lacto-ovo
dairy and eggs
Ovo-vegetarian
Person who consumes all vegan food items plus eggs.
__________ diets are usually ordered as clear or full.
Liquid
What are two examples of clear liquids?
1. Juices
2. broth
3. gelatin
4. popsicles [Show Less]