Nutrition And Hydration Flashcards
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Why is the dietitian important in management of nutrition and hydration?
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Poor nutritional and/ or hydration status will have marked impact on efficiency of the swallow
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Why is a multidisciplinary approach to nutrition and hydration important?
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Most cost effective management approach and results in fewest complications
Dietitian considered leader of nutrition
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What is an advantage of providing hydration via IV fluids?
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Can help therapist determine whether clients swallowing difficulties are due to a specific neurological cause or attributed to dehydration
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When are IV fluids recommended?
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Short term, last resort alongside oral hydration if necessary
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What is a transitional feeding programme?
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Hierarchy of feeding/ hydration towards being completely oral
