Sources of Nutrition: Indications of Dietary Deficiency (Active Learning Template -
Basic Concept, RM Nutrition 6.0 Chp. 1)
o Carb deficiency
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o Protein deficiency indicated by PEM
o Lipid deficiency indicated by abnormal metabolism and hormones
o Vitamin C deficiency: scurvy, decreased iron absorption, and bleeding gums
o Thiamin deficiency: beriberi, headache, weight loss, fatigue,
o Riboflavin deficiency: skin eruptions, cracked lips, red swollen tongue
o Niacin deficiency: pellagra, skin lesions, GI and CNS findings, dementia
o Pantothenic acid deficiency: rare, generalized body system failure
o Pyridoxine deficiency: macrocytic anemia, CNS disturbances, poor growth
o Folate deficiency: megaloblastic anemia, CNS disturbance
o Cobalamin deficiency: pernicious anemia, GI findings, poor muscle coordination,
paresthesia of the hands and feet
o Vitamin A deficiency: reduced night vision, dry/thick corneas, mucosa changes
o Vitamin D deficiency: low serum calcium, fragile bones, rickets, osteomalacia in
adults
o Vitamin E deficiency: anemia, edema and skin lesions in infants
o Vitamin K deficiency: increased bleeding times
Cardiovascular and Hematologic Disorders: Heart Healthy Diet (Active Learning
Template - Basic Concept, RM Nutrition 6.0 Chp. 12)
o DASH diet: low sodium, high potassium, high calcium diet that has prevent lower
BP and cholesterol, decrease sodium intake (less than 2400 mg),include low-fat
dairy foods to promote calcium intake, include fruits and veggies rich in
potassium, limit alcohol intake
Renal Disorders: Identifying Low-Phosphorus Food Sources (Active Learning Template -
System Disorder, RM Nutrition 6.0 Chp. 14)
o Foods high in phosphorus are milk products, beef liver, chocolate, nuts, and
legumes—these should be avoided.
Sources of Nutrition: Client Teaching About Sources of Protein (Active Learning
Template - Basic Concept, RM Nutrition 6.0 Chp. 1)
o Complete proteins: from animal sources and soy; include sufficient amounts of
all nine essential amino acids
o Incomplete proteins: generally from plant sources; contain all nine essential
amino acids, however not enough for protein synthesis
o complementary proteins: food sources that are incomplete proteins eaten alone,
but together are equivalent to a complete protein
o RDA of protein is 0.8 g/kg for healthy adults
Gastrointestinal Disorders: Dietary Recommendations for Gastroesophageal Reflux [Show Less]