chapter 15

how the body uses food to maintain health

necessary substance that provides energy, promotes growth and health, and helps regulate the metabolism

found in bread, cereal, potatoes, rice, pasta, vegtibles and fruits

found in sugara, sweets, syrups, and jellies

when the digestive system does not function properly

inserted into the nose and goes into the stomach

tube that can be placed into the stomach through the abdominal wall

surgically created opening into the stomach that allows insertation of a tube

list residents names and information about special diets, allergies and other information

certain nutrients or fluids may be restricted or eliminated

high blood pressure or congestive heart failure

blend or grind it into a thick paste of baby food consistancy

means difficulty in swallowing

inhailing food, fluid, or forgien material into the lungs

fluids a person consumes

fluid that is eliminated

maintaining equal input and output

resident isnt allowed to have anything to eat or drink

when a person does not have enough fluid in the body

occurs when the body cannot handle the amount of fluid consumed

swelling caused by excess fluid in body tissues

it helps the body grow new cells, maintain normal body function, and have energy for activities. It also helps heal wounds and cope with physical emotional stress

1 water- needed by every cell in the body 2 carbohydrates- supply the body with energy 3 protein- essential for tissue growth and repair 4 fats- help the body store energy 5 vitamins- needed by the body to function 6 minerals- help build bones, make hormones, and help build bones Wise Cats Purr For Very Much

• guide people in making healthy food choices • shows the amounts of each food group that should be on a persons plate