Applied Nutrition including Dietetics and Applied Biochemistry for Nurses - E-Book


Book Description

• This book provides nutrition concepts in an easy and clear manner with appropriate diagrams and figures that are easy to understand. • Significant content enhancement and re-organization to ensure completeness and renewed focus on application-based learning and on recent trends in Clinical Biochemistry. • New chapters have been added on Nutritional Deficiency Disorders; and Food Safety as per the revised INC curriculum. • Applied nutrition aspects aims the promotion of healthy eating and prevention of nutritional-related diseases. • Nurses role in maintaining nutritional needs of patients added. • Chapters on Carbohydrates and Energy; Balanced Diet; and Therapeutic Diet have been revised thoroughly. • Coverage of eating a balanced diet for different age groups by quick calculation of nutrients. • Set of four-colour pictures at the back of book is riveting that holds the attention of readers' completely.




Applied Nutrition and Dietetics for Nurses, 2e - E-Book


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The second edition of this book has been updated as per revised guidelines of Indian Nursing Council (INC). It not only provides complete information on all nutrients, but also provides sufficient coverage of applied aspects of the subject. It is useful for B.Sc. Nursing students, professional nurses in hospitals and community settings, practising dietitians, and nutrition lecturers. New to This Edition • Significant content enhancement and re-organization to ensure completeness and renewed focus on application-based learning. • New chapters have been added on Nutritional Deficiency Disorders; and Food Safety as per the revised INC curriculum. • Applied nutrition aspects aims the promotion of healthy eating and prevention of nutritional-related diseases. • Past years solved question papers help students to prepare for examinations and write the correct answers to the questions asked. • Nurses role in maintaining nutritional needs of patients added. Salient Features • Chapters on Carbohydrates and Energy; Balanced Diet; and Therapeutic Diet have been revised thoroughly. • Coverage of eating a balanced diet for different age groups by quick calculation of nutrients. • Practical part of the book filled with interesting facts to gain valuable information and learn about health benefits. • Solved question papers of past exams enhance time management skills and helps to understand the exam question style. • Set of four-colour pictures in the front of book is riveting that holds the attention of readers' completely. Additional Features • Complimentary access to PPTs along with full ebook at www.medenact.com • Previous year solved question papers in addition to what is featured in this book is available online in the above URL which assists students in preparing for the important questions and concepts which are often asked in examinations. New to This Edition • Significant content enhancement and re-organization to ensure completeness and renewed focus on application-based learning. • New chapters have been added on Nutritional Deficiency Disorders; and Food Safety as per the revised INC curriculum. • Applied nutrition aspects aims the promotion of healthy eating and prevention of nutritional-related diseases. • Past years solved question papers help students to prepare for examinations and write the correct answers to the questions asked. • Nurses role in maintaining nutritional needs of patients added. Additional Features • Complimentary access to PPTs along with full ebook at www.medenact.com • Previous year solved question papers in addition to what is featured in this book is available online in the above URL which assists students in preparing for the important questions and concepts which are often asked in examinations.




Nutrition and Biochemistry for Nurses - E-Book


Book Description

What's New in the Second Edition• Recent developments in food standards• Ready reckoner of nutritive values of common foods• Several chapters revised to provide information on recent trends in clinical biochemistry • Several chapters revised for better clarity of concepts




Basic and Applied Biochemistry, Nutrition and Dietetics for Nursing, 3e


Book Description

This textbook explains the basic principles of Biochemistry, Nutrition and Dietetics and their application to health and disease. It presents core information to introduce basic concepts and thereby apply the acquired knowledge in nursing practice. Third edition is comprehensively updated to meet the constantly changing health needs of people. Content has been reorganized and significant changes have been made during the development of the text to include addition of a new section on biochemistry and recent updates in the Nutrition section as per the revised syllabus outlined by the Indian Nursing Council. This book can be used by students and teachers of Biochemistry, Nutrition, Dietetics, Nursing, Medicine, and other health sciences. Highlights: Now in FULL COLOR! UPDATED! As per the revised Indian Nursing Council syllabus NEW! Section on biochemistry comprising 8 chapters “Nutrition” included in chapter Therapeutic Diets to address the basic nutrition needs of affected patients NEW! Chapter Nutrition Deficiency Disorders included which covers causes, signs and symptoms, and management of important and prevalent disease conditions such as severe acute malnutrition, childhood obesity, and deficiency disorders of vitamins and minerals UPDATED! Recommended dietary allowances, IYCF guidelines, anemia in pregnancy and adolescence, and nutrition education Recipes for different types of diet and sample menus for important diseases included for ready reference Important topics like “Calculation of nutritive value of foods” included with examples for easy understanding Enzymes of diagnostic importance for various diseases discussed Metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids illustrated for better understanding Content presented in a student friendly manner complemented with plenty of illustrations, flowcharts, and tables Chapter-end summaries for quick review and Self-Assessment section as per University examination pattern An extensive glossary included.




Quick Review Series For B.Sc. Nursing: Semester I and II - E-Book


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Quick Review Series (QRS) for BSc Nursing Semester I and II, 2nd edition is an extremely exam-oriented book. The content has been developed and arranged in a manner so the entire INC syllabus has been covered. The subject content has been divided unit wise and according to the weightage of marks in each unit. It is well-illustrated with simple reproducible diagrams and flow charts. To aid in quick learning before examinations, memory aides and mnemonics have also been added. The book will serve the requirements of BSc Nursing Semester I and II students to prepare for their examinations. - Content presented in well-classified sections - Compliant to the revised INC Curriculum - All question types asked in the University exams are addressed: Long essays, Short essays and Short notes - Clearly describes how to attempt a question in the exam - Suitable number of tables and flow charts according to the need of the questions - Reproducible diagrams in Anatomy and Physiology sections




Applied Nutrition and Dietetics


Book Description

Thakur Publication presents the Textbook of 'Applied Nutrition and Dietetics' specifically designed for B.Sc. Nursing 2nd semester students, adhering to the guidelines set by the Indian Nursing Council (INC). This comprehensive textbook explores the practical application of nutrition and dietetics in the healthcare field. AS PER INC SYLLABUS – PRACTICAL & STUDENT-FRIENDLY CONTENT With its up-to-date information and practical insights, this textbook serves as a valuable resource for nursing students, equipping them with essential knowledge for promoting optimal nutrition and providing quality care to patients.




Nutrition and Biochemistry for Nurses, 3e


Book Description

- Content thoroughly revised to keep in line with the latest INC syllabus - Content revised for better clarity of concepts, ensuring comprehensive and exhaustive coverage - Content updated to provide information on recent trends in clinical biochemistry - Text presented in short sentences, sometimes fragments, in the form of bulleted points - Easy-to-read simple language used for ease of comprehension - Numerous graphics, tables, diagrams and pictures provided wherever needed - Applied aspects of topics, e.g. recommended dietary allowances (RDAs), cookery rules and preservation of nutrients, balanced diet and role of nurse in nutritional programmes, etc., in nutrition and various investigations in biochemistry provided in sufficient detail - Chapter in a Nutshell, short summary, appended in the end of every chapter to help the learner quickly revise the chapter's content - Exam-oriented exercises provided to help students prepare themselves on the lines of the exam - Clinical Applications Boxes – a feature provided to help students comprehend the importance of biochemical information in diagnosis and treatment of clinical problems - Recent developments in nutrition and its emerging concepts - Recent changes in the Food Safety Standards and Regulations - Nutrition assessments in the Community Settings and different methods of feeding patients - Role of Nurse in various programmes of nutrition - Tables provided as ready reckoner of nutritive values for common foods




Common Foundation Studies in Nursing E-Book


Book Description

This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. Now revised and fully updated in line with developments in nurse education, this fourth edition will prove indispensable to pre-registration nursing students on the Common Foundation Programme. It provides an essential guide to working in health care settings and prepares them for entry to their chosen branch programme. It will also be of relevance to other health care professionals such as health care assistants.•An essential guide to working in health care settings for pre-registration nursing students that prepares them for entry to their chosen branch programme•Student-friendly format with extensive case studies, activities, boxes and further readingSTUDENT-FOCUSSED - Activities and case studies help make learning more interactive and funCURRENT - Reflects changes and trends in healthcareNEW LAYOUT - Sections reflect the Nursing & Midwifery Council 4 domains of knowledge that are used to assess progressNEW MATERIAL - - Anatomy & Physiology- What it's like being a Nursing student- Care Delivery- Communication Skills- Decision Making and Record Keeping- Health and Safety- Hygiene- Nutrition- Study Skills and using ITPATIENT-CENTRED FOCUS - Reflects the needs of diverse cultures




Nutrition and Biochemistry For Nurses


Book Description

Coverage includes the study of principles of biochemistry and the aspects of nutrition as they impact upon human health - This authoritatively written book offers the readers a thorough understanding of biochemical perspectives to medicine and human illness at the molecular level in nutrients derived from food and their relation to human health and nutrition - Describes blood chemistry and urinalysis to help study the pathological aspects that are an essential part of course contents for the basic Bsc Nursing curriculum - Presents life cycle approach and gives nutritional interventions for various kinds of health care of geriatric stage and mature adults with tips for improving health - Includes flowcharts of physiological and pathological processes. This very user-friendly and easier-to-read book is packed with latest information as per the syllabus of the Nursing Council's recommendations for BSc Nursing Course.




Present Knowledge in Nutrition


Book Description

Present Knowledge in Nutrition: Basic Nutrition and Metabolism, Eleventh Edition, provides an accessible, referenced source on the most current information in the broad field of nutrition. Now broken into two volumes and updated to reflect scientific advancements since the publication of the last edition, the book includes expanded coverage on basic nutrition, metabolism and clinical and applied topics. This volume provides coverage of macronutrients, vitamins, minerals and other dietary components and concludes with new approaches in nutrition science that apply to many, if not all, of the nutrients and dietary components presented throughout the reference. Advanced undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate students in nutrition, public health, medicine and related fields will find this resource useful. In addition, professionals in academia and medicine, including clinicians, dietitians, physicians, health professionals, academics and industrial and government researchers will find the content extremely useful. The book was produced in cooperation with the International Life Sciences Institute (https://ilsi.org/). - Provides an accessible source of the most current, reliable and comprehensive information in the broad field of nutrition - Features new chapters on topics of emerging importance, including the microbiome, eating disorders, nutrition in extreme environments, and the role of nutrition and cognition in mental status - Covers topics of clinical relevance, including the role of nutrition in cancer support, ICU nutrition, supporting patients with burns, and wasting, deconditioning and hypermetabolic conditions