Enhance Nutritional Care with the Latest in Nutritional Science

Meet the ever-changing demands of providing quality nutritional care for patients across the lifespan with the latest developments in research and practice. This popular text provides a strong foundation in the science of nutrition and a clear understanding of how to apply that knowledge in practice, recognizing the need for nurses to work with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal nutrition in patient care.

What Instructors and Students Are Saying

The nursing students really struggled with nutrition concepts and application to nursing. The book is well written and easy for the student to understand. Our Nutrition ATI scores improved dramatically after adding the book to the nursing courses.

— Carolyn Boiman, PhD, RN, Instructor

This textbook is easy to read and follow. It goes straight to the points that I need to study.

— Online Student Reviewer

Revised & Streamlined!

Thoroughly updated, reviewed, and revised throughout to reflect the latest developments in research and practice, including:

• The latest nutritional guidelines and information
• The Institute of Medicine’s recommendations for school meals
• References to government websites that reflect current recommendations and government programs that encourage healthy eating
• Food allergy guidelines

New!

Includes new features such as:

• Clinical Judgment questions at the end of each chapter to provoke imaginative thought and foster discussion within the framework of Safe and Effective Nursing Care
• Expanded coverage of relevant culture and social issues, digestive health, probiotics, sustainability, and naturally functional foods
• More emphasis on Safe and Effective Nursing Care

Life Cycle Approach

Includes a life cycle approach that includes screening tools and nutritional interventions for:

• Infants
• Children
• Adolescents
• Mature adults
• Pregnant and lactating women

Genomic Gems

Features Genomic Gems boxes that highlight the links between a person’s genetic make-up and utilization of nutrients and dietary substances.

Case Studies

Includes case studies with proposed Care Plans to illustrate how the nutrition principles described in the chapter are applied in specific clinical situations.

Assessment Tools

Provides assessment tools and tables throughout, including:

• Food Handling Guidelines
• Labeling Regulations
• Research Summaries
• Wellness Tips
• Cautions for unregulated supplements
• Descriptions of interactions of food, drug, and over-the-counter nutrients