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34(4) Update: Overview of Assessment of Nutrition Status for Children with Metabolic Disorders
Metabolic disorders are genetic (inherited) conditions. Previously identified through clinical symptoms (which were often catastrophic), advances in technology have allowed identification of metabolic disorders through newborn screening (NBS). Registered dietitians nutritionists (RDNs) are involved in the care of children with … Continue reading →
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Tagged assessment, CSHCN, galactosemia, genetics, growth, intervention, mcad deficiency, medical food, metabolic disorders, newborn screening, nutrition management, pku, team members
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28(4) Phenylketonuria (PKU) and Hyperphenylalaninemia (HPA) – A Review
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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Tagged assessment, down syndrome, education, family centered care, genetics, metabolic disorders, nutrition management, pku, team members, transition
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25(5) Nutrition Education for the Child with a Metabolic Disorder
This article describes the process of nutrition education for children with metabolic disorders using phenylketonuria (PKU) as a model. Although you may not work directly with this population of children, the article will assist you in recognizing what most pre-schoolers … Continue reading →
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Tagged CSHCN, education, genetics, intervention, management, metabolic disorders, nutrition resources, pku
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