Yearly Archives: 2013

28(6) Weaning from tube feedings: many different pathways Part I

Posted on November 1, 2013 by nutrfoc

Developing the ability to eat by mouth and grow at an appropriate rate is usually viewed as a simple part of infancy and childhood. When a baby is born, the parents expect this process will unfold smoothly for both parent … Continue reading →

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28(5) Nutrition Issues in Children with Myelomeningocele (Spina Bifida)

Posted on September 1, 2013 by nutrfoc

Myelomeningocele, or spina bifida, is the most common neural tube defect (NTD). NTDs are caused by abnormal fetal development of the neural tube when the opening in the spinal cord fails to close by the 28th day after fertilization of … Continue reading →

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28(4) Phenylketonuria (PKU) and Hyperphenylalaninemia (HPA) – A Review

Posted on June 1, 2013 by nutrfoc

Phenylketonuria (PKU) and hyperphenylalaninemia (HPA) are metabolic disorders that affect an enzyme required for the conversion of phenylalanine to tyrosine, leading to a build-up of the amino acid phenylalanine (Phe) in the blood. Increased blood levels of Phe are associated … Continue reading →

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28(3) Nutrition Management of Cystic Fibrosis

Posted on May 1, 2013 by nutrfoc

This issue of Nutrition Focus discusses the genetic disease, cystic fibrosis. An overview of the disease will be presented along with nutrition implications, assessment, and intervention. The current evidence-based guidelines for nutrition-related management of infants and adults with cystic fibrosis … Continue reading →

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28(2) Feeding the Child with Very Low Energy Needs

Posted on March 1, 2013 by nutrfoc

Neurologic impairments, whether associated with a congenital disorder or due to a traumatic event, can influence the nutritional requirements of children with special health care needs. In some cases the nutrition issues are present due to medical complications and severe disabilities, including seizures, gastrointestinal disturbances … Continue reading →

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28(1) Behavior Management of Feeding Problems

Posted on January 1, 2013 by nutrfoc

Normal development of feeding skills in children may be altered due to several factors including parenting skills, child’s temperament, family eating patterns, developmental skills, and chronic illness. In addition, feeding problems often include behavior concerns. Interventions directed at improving nutritional … Continue reading →

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