Nutrition Assessment in Respiratory Care [QUICK Medical Overview]

What is a Nutrition Assessment in Respiratory Care? How can a patient's diet affect their lungs and Respiratory System? Watch this video to find out!
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➡️ What is a Nutrition Assessment?
A nutrition assessment is a process of analyzing and evaluating the overall nutritional status of a patient. A Registered Dietitian (RD) is typically the medical professional who is most involved in this process. However, it’s important for Respiratory Therapists to develop an understanding as well. That is because certain cardiopulmonary conditions may have increased energy requirements. This means that, without the essential nutrients, you may not be able to provide a patient with other important therapeutic modalities.

➡️ Nutrition
Nutrition is important in respiratory care because oxygen is required for the cellular metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, and protein. These nutrients are converted into the energy that the body needs in order to function properly. This includes all of the major organs and systems of the body.

➡️ Best Diet for a Respiratory Condition?
Unfortunately, it’s impossible to provide a definitive answer to this question because each patient is different. Some patients may benefit from one diet, where it could do more harm than good to others. With that said, as a Respiratory Therapist, there are a few generalizations that can be made. For example, a patient who is critically ill with a severe infection may require more protein intake than normal.

➡️ Respiratory Diet Examples
A patient with COPD may benefit from eating frequent smaller meals that are high in fat and low in carbohydrates. A patient with asthma may also benefit from smaller meals that are high in protein. Also, asthmatic patients should avoid foods known to have allergens, as they may increase the likelihood of an acute attack. Patients with cystic fibrosis are often malnourished. Therefore, in general, they typically benefit from a diet that is high in fat and sodium. These are just a few generalized examples. Keep in mind that each and every patient is different. A proper nutritional regimen should be implemented with the help of a qualified dietitian and physician.

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⏰TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:33 - What is a Nutrition Assessment?
1:06 - Nutrition
1:26 - Best Diet for a Respiratory Condition
1:55 - Respiratory Diet Examples

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