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Managing Nutritional Problems in Mothers and Children<br>BY:- MOHAMED DAHIR ABDI ( Awal Dahir)
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J JIJIGA HEALTH SCIENCE COLLAGE JIJIGA HEALTH SCIENCE COLLAGE Department Of MIDWIFERY Course: Managing Nutritional Problems in Mothers and Children (MDW3 M10 0122) By: Mohamed Dahir. (Bsc, MPH) JIJIGA, ETHIOPIA FEB:2024
CH-1 What is Nutrition • What is Nutrition?:- is the interaction between food and the body. It is about the nutrients contained in food, and their action, interaction and balance in relation to health and disease. It is the process by which people can ingest, digest, absorb, transport, utilize and excrete food substances. • Nutrient: Chemical substances that are essential to life which must be supplied by food to the body to yield energy and substances for the maintenance of life and the growth and repair of tissues.
Food security: all people, at all times, have physical and economic access tosufficient, safe and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs and food preferencesor an active and healthy life” Nutrition security: The condition when all people have ongoing access to thebasic elements of good nutrition, i.e., a balanced diet, safe environment, cleanwater, and adequate health care (preventive and curative), and the knowledgeneeded to care for and ensure a healthy and active life for all household members. Balanced Diet: A balanced diet is a diet that contains all the nutrients in theproportion that is optimal for long-term health and survival
Nutrients Nutrients are essential components of food that our bodies require for proper functioning.carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals, each serving unique roles in maintaining health.
Sources of nutrients in food Healthy Fats Lean Protein Fruits and Vegetables Lean proteins such as chicken, fish, and legumes provide essential amino acids, promoting muscle health and repair. Fresh fruits and vegetables are rich sources of vitamins, minerals, and fibre essential for a balanced diet. Avocados, nuts, and olive oil are examples of healthy fats that support heart health and aid in nutrient absorption.
Macro nutrients & Micro nutrients Micro nutrients:- Micronutrient malnutrition is “hard to see” • Iodine Deficiency Disorders (IDDS): • Iron Deficiency Anaemia (IDA) • Vitamin A deficiency
The ‘TRIPLE A’ Cycle M & E M & E M & E
Types of Nutritional Assessment 1. Direct Methods 2. Indirect Methods
Types of N.A... 2. Indirect Methods of Nutritional Assessment These include three categories:
Conducting nutritional assessment and screening - Nutritional assessment and screening are important processes in evaluating an individual's nutritional status and identifying potential nutrition-related issues or risks. Here's a general overview of how you can conduct a nutritional assessment and screening:
Screening 1. Collect Dietary Information:
Screening.. Anthropometry (Anthropos = human, Metric = measure) is:
Growth measurements . . Recumbent length
Growth measurements . . . Standing height:
cont.... 4. In community nutrition surveys, to detect Subclinical micro nutrient deficiency, e.g. iodine deficiency, iron deficiency. 5. To demonstrate objectively the response to a nutrition education program E.g. Reduction of plasma cholesterol or of urinary Sodium. 6. To diagnose nutritional supplement overdosing E.g. with vitamin A RCMDD(recommend)
cont.... Thin, flaccid skin hanging in folds (baggy pants) Alert and irritable Severe wasting prominent ribs, spine, scapulae , Old man face Hair - thinner and lighter Moon face No appetite Oedema (symmetrical oedema involving at least the feet) Source: NutritionWorksmarasmus