Introduction to Nutrition Management of Human Disease

These flashcards cover key vocabulary related to nutrition management and the factors influencing nutritional status.

Nutritional status

The condition of health determined by the intake and utilization of nutrients.

Nutrition Care Process (NCP)

A systematic problem-solving method used to critically think and make decisions to address nutrition-related problems.

PES Statement

A format used for nutrition diagnosis consisting of Problem, Etiology, and Signs/Symptoms.

SMART Goals

A framework for setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals.

Environmental factors

Factors including social and economic influences that affect food availability and access.

Lifestyle factors

Personal habits and characteristics such as attitudes, stress management, and dietary behaviors that impact nutrition.

Biological factors

Factors related to human biology, including age, sex, and genetics that influence nutritional needs.

Nutrient metabolism

The process of how nutrients are absorbed, utilized, and excreted in the body.

Nutrition monitoring and evaluation

The ongoing assessment of a patient’s progress towards nutrition goals and effectiveness of interventions.

Food safety and sanitation

Practices that ensure food is safe to eat and reduces risk of contamination.