Assignment: Alterations in Nutritional Status
Assignment: Alterations in Nutritional Status
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Case Study 4
Alterations in Nutritional Status
Frank is a 52-year-old male who began to feel unwell four months ago. His appetite declined, and he could not taste food as well as he used to. When he lost a considerable amount of weight and became weak as a result, he visited his doctor. The examination revealed Frank had adenocarcinoma of the pancreas, and surgery was immediately ordered. During his hospitalization, Fred was slow to gain weight and his muscles were wasted. In order to build up his strength for chemotherapy, his wife tried to tempt him with freshly baked cookies and sweets she brought from home.
- In severe protein–calorie malnutrition, what is a potential complication of rapid enteral re-feeding? What effects does protein–calorie malnutrition have on the gastrointestinal system?
- What might Frank’s nitrogen balance be? Why would he have this type of nitrogen balance?
- Frank’s nurses encourage him to eat the potatoes and dinner rolls that come with his meals. Why are they encouraging Frank to complete the carbohydrates on his plate?
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Case Study 4
Alterations in Nutritional Status
Frank is a 52-year-old male who began to feel unwell four months ago. His appetite declined, and he could not taste food as well as he used to. When he lost a considerable amount of weight and became weak as a result, he visited his doctor. The examination revealed Frank had adenocarcinoma of the pancreas, and surgery was immediately ordered. During his hospitalization, Fred was slow to gain weight and his muscles were wasted. In order to build up his strength for chemotherapy, his wife tried to tempt him with freshly baked cookies and sweets she brought from home.
- In severe protein–calorie malnutrition, what is a potential complication of rapid enteral re-feeding? What effects does protein–calorie malnutrition have on the gastrointestinal system?
- What might Frank’s nitrogen balance be? Why would he have this type of nitrogen balance?
- Frank’s nurses encourage him to eat the potatoes and dinner rolls that come with his meals. Why are they encouraging Frank to complete the carbohydrates on his plate?
To view the Grading Rubric for this Assignment, please visit the Grading Rubrics section of the Course Home.
