Instructions
Complete a Nutritional Assessment, using a tool of your choice (such as the Nestle Mini Nutritional Assessment Tool noted below), on two members of a selected family (one between the age 5-17 years and a second aged 21-59).
- Collect and summarize at least eight objectives and four subjective elements for each person.
- Create an actual or potential problem list, including four problems, for both individuals, include two health promotion teaching opportunities you would suggest for 1 problem for each individual; a total of 16 objective (eight for each individual) and eight subjective (four for each individual) elements, a total of eight problems (four for each individual), and four health promotion teaching opportunities (two for each person) for one of the problems for each individual.
Review the Nutritional assessment in Jarvis Chapter 12 or find a nutritional assessment online.
Answer
This assessment focuses on a 15-year-old girl named xxx xxx and a 45-year-old woman named xxxx. xxx is 160 cm tall and weighs 45 kg. Her BMI is 17.6, which falls below the normal range, thus classifying her as underweight. She scored 9 on the MNA screening tool, meaning she is at risk of malnutrition. xxx has experienced a moderate decrease in food intake in the past three months due to digestive issues. As a result, she has lost 3kg, which indicates inadequate nutrient intake. xxx manages to go outside sometimes, but she has reduced stamina and low energy levels, thus making it difficult for her to remain active for long. Notably, she has psychological stress and acute illness, stemming from academic pressure. As such, her mental state is not stable and has signs of anxiety. Additionally, her calf circumference is 27 cm, which is below the healthy threshold. This indicates she has poor muscle development and low protein stores. These indicators suggest that while she remains functional, she is experiencing reduced strength and energy, likely related to poor dietary intake and insufficient calories to meet her age-related … To access full answer, use the purchase button below.