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Nutrition, part 14: Nutrition for Older Adults

December 11, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutrition for older adults. Changes that occur as we get older that affect nutrition. Nutritional and lifestyle guidance for older adults.

Nutrition, part 14: Nutrition for Older Adults

December 11, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutrition for older adults. Changes that occur as we get older that affect nutrition. Nutritional and lifestyle guidance for older adults.
Nutrition, part 13: Childhood Nutrition

December 4, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional recommendations for toddlers, school age children, and adolescents.

Nutrition, part 13: Childhood Nutrition

December 4, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional recommendations for toddlers, school age children, and adolescents.
Nutrition, part 12: Infant Nutrition

November 27, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Infant nutrition, including expected weight gain, introduction of solid food, choking hazards, breastmilk storage, and formula preparation and storage.

Nutrition, part 12: Infant Nutrition

November 27, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Infant nutrition, including expected weight gain, introduction of solid food, choking hazards, breastmilk storage, and formula preparation and storage.
Nutrition, part 11: Nutrition During Pregnancy

November 20, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutrition during pregnancy. Key nutrients needed during pregnancy, including: folic acid, protein, iron, calcium, vitamin D, and fluids. Weight gain and increased calorie intake during pregnancy. Nutrition for key pregnancy...

Nutrition, part 11: Nutrition During Pregnancy

November 20, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutrition during pregnancy. Key nutrients needed during pregnancy, including: folic acid, protein, iron, calcium, vitamin D, and fluids. Weight gain and increased calorie intake during pregnancy. Nutrition for key pregnancy...
Nutrition, part 10: Vegetarian Diets and Religious & Cultural Dietary Consideration

November 13, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
The different types of vegetarian diets (e.g., vegan, lacto vegetarian, lacto-ovo vegetarian, pescatarian). Religious dietary considerations for Buddhism, Catholicism, Hinduism, Islam, Jehovah's Witnesses, Judaism, and Mormonism. Cultural dietary considerations for...

Nutrition, part 10: Vegetarian Diets and Religious & Cultural Dietary Consideration

November 13, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
The different types of vegetarian diets (e.g., vegan, lacto vegetarian, lacto-ovo vegetarian, pescatarian). Religious dietary considerations for Buddhism, Catholicism, Hinduism, Islam, Jehovah's Witnesses, Judaism, and Mormonism. Cultural dietary considerations for...
Nutrition, part 9: Nutrition & Activity Guidelines for Adults & Weight Loss

November 6, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for adults, including foods that should be included in a healthy diet, and foods and beverages that should be avoided or limited. Activity guidelines for adults, based on...

Nutrition, part 9: Nutrition & Activity Guidelines for Adults & Weight Loss

November 6, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for adults, including foods that should be included in a healthy diet, and foods and beverages that should be avoided or limited. Activity guidelines for adults, based on...
Nutrition, part 8: Daily Caloric Requirements and Body Mass Index

October 30, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
The calculation of an individual's daily caloric requirements, which is based on their basal metabolic rate (BMR), physical activity, and the thermic effect of feeding (TEF). Factors that increase BMR...

Nutrition, part 8: Daily Caloric Requirements and Body Mass Index

October 30, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
The calculation of an individual's daily caloric requirements, which is based on their basal metabolic rate (BMR), physical activity, and the thermic effect of feeding (TEF). Factors that increase BMR...
Nutrition, part 7: Water

October 23, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Water, including the role of water in the body, the recommended daily intake of water, types of water loss, and signs/symptoms of dehydration.

Nutrition, part 7: Water

October 23, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Water, including the role of water in the body, the recommended daily intake of water, types of water loss, and signs/symptoms of dehydration.
Nutrition, part 6: Trace Minerals - Iron, Fluoride, Iodine, Zinc

October 16, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Key trace minerals overview: iron, fluoride, iodine, zinc. Functions of iron, dietary sources of iron, signs/symptoms of deficiency, treatment of iron deficiency, and key patient teaching for iron supplements. Plus,...

Nutrition, part 6: Trace Minerals - Iron, Fluoride, Iodine, Zinc

October 16, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Key trace minerals overview: iron, fluoride, iodine, zinc. Functions of iron, dietary sources of iron, signs/symptoms of deficiency, treatment of iron deficiency, and key patient teaching for iron supplements. Plus,...
Nutrition, part 5: Electrolytes - Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium

October 9, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium: Function, normal range, mnemonic hints, dietary sources, and signs/symptoms of excess or deficiency.
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Nutrition, part 5: Electrolytes - Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium

October 9, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium: Function, normal range, mnemonic hints, dietary sources, and signs/symptoms of excess or deficiency.
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Nutrition, part 4: Fat Soluble Vitamins - Vitamins A, D, E, K

July 16, 2021Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
What does the body use vitamins A, D, E, and K for? Which foods are good sources of these vitamins? We'll cover all of this plus the signs of deficiency...
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Nutrition, part 4: Fat Soluble Vitamins - Vitamins A, D, E, K

July 16, 2021Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
What does the body use vitamins A, D, E, and K for? Which foods are good sources of these vitamins? We'll cover all of this plus the signs of deficiency...
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Nutrition, part 3: Water Soluble Vitamins - B-complex vitamins, vitamin C

July 16, 2021Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pyridoxine, Folic Acid, Cobalamin, Vitamin C: Functions, sources, deficiency risks & conditions. Plus, scurvy!
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Nutrition, part 3: Water Soluble Vitamins - B-complex vitamins, vitamin C

July 16, 2021Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pyridoxine, Folic Acid, Cobalamin, Vitamin C: Functions, sources, deficiency risks & conditions. Plus, scurvy!
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Nutrition, part 2: Macronutrients - Carbohydrates, Lipids, Protein

July 16, 2021Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
The lowdown on the three macronutrients, including function and food sources for each. Carbohydrates: simple vs. complex, glycogen, and fiber. Fat: saturated vs. unsaturated vs. trans, and cholesterol. Protein: amino...

Nutrition, part 2: Macronutrients - Carbohydrates, Lipids, Protein

July 16, 2021Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
The lowdown on the three macronutrients, including function and food sources for each. Carbohydrates: simple vs. complex, glycogen, and fiber. Fat: saturated vs. unsaturated vs. trans, and cholesterol. Protein: amino...
Nutrition, part 1: Introduction, Overview of Nutrients

July 16, 2021Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
What's the difference between a macronutrient and a micronutrient? A water soluble vitamin vs. a fat soluble vitamin? A major mineral vs. a trace mineral? In this introduction to our...

Nutrition, part 1: Introduction, Overview of Nutrients

July 16, 2021Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
What's the difference between a macronutrient and a micronutrient? A water soluble vitamin vs. a fat soluble vitamin? A major mineral vs. a trace mineral? In this introduction to our...

Nutrition for Nursing Practice

Nutrition, part 37: Nutrition for Cancer Prevention and Cancer Complications

May 15, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional and lifestyle recommendations for cancer prevention. Key complications of cancer and cancer treatment, including decreased appetite and weight loss, xerostomia, taste alterations, and stomatitis.

Nutrition, part 37: Nutrition for Cancer Prevention and Cancer Complications

May 15, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional and lifestyle recommendations for cancer prevention. Key complications of cancer and cancer treatment, including decreased appetite and weight loss, xerostomia, taste alterations, and stomatitis.
Nutrition, part 36: Nutritional Guidance for Kidney Disorders

May 14, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for the following renal disorders: acute kidney injury (AKI), chronic kidney disease (CKD), nephrotic syndrome, glomerulonephritis, and urolithiasis (including nephrolithiasis).

Nutrition, part 36: Nutritional Guidance for Kidney Disorders

May 14, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for the following renal disorders: acute kidney injury (AKI), chronic kidney disease (CKD), nephrotic syndrome, glomerulonephritis, and urolithiasis (including nephrolithiasis).
Nutrition, part 35: Nutritional Guidance for Endocrine Disorders

May 7, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for the following endocrine disorders: diabetes insipidus (DI), syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH), Addison's disease, Cushing's Syndrome, hypothyroidism, and hyperthyroidism.

Nutrition, part 35: Nutritional Guidance for Endocrine Disorders

May 7, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for the following endocrine disorders: diabetes insipidus (DI), syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH), Addison's disease, Cushing's Syndrome, hypothyroidism, and hyperthyroidism.
Nutrition, part 34: Nutritional Guidance for Diabetes & Hypoglycemia

April 30, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Diabetes, including the signs/symptoms, nutritional guidance, and Somogyi phenomenon. Hypoglycemia, including the causes, signs/symptoms, and nutritional guidance for a conscious patient with hypoglycemia.

Nutrition, part 34: Nutritional Guidance for Diabetes & Hypoglycemia

April 30, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Diabetes, including the signs/symptoms, nutritional guidance, and Somogyi phenomenon. Hypoglycemia, including the causes, signs/symptoms, and nutritional guidance for a conscious patient with hypoglycemia.
Nutrition, part 33: Nutritional Guidance for Bariatric Surgery & Eating Disorders

April 23, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional recommendations for patients after bariatric surgery. Nutritional considerations when caring for a patients with eating disorders (anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa).

Nutrition, part 33: Nutritional Guidance for Bariatric Surgery & Eating Disorders

April 23, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional recommendations for patients after bariatric surgery. Nutritional considerations when caring for a patients with eating disorders (anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa).
Nutrition, part 32: Nutritional Guidance for Cholelithiasis & Cholecystitis, Cirrhosis, Pancreatitis

April 16, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for the following gastrointestinal disorders: cholelithiasis and cholecystitis, cirrhosis, and pancreatitis.

Nutrition, part 32: Nutritional Guidance for Cholelithiasis & Cholecystitis, Cirrhosis, Pancreatitis

April 16, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for the following gastrointestinal disorders: cholelithiasis and cholecystitis, cirrhosis, and pancreatitis.
Nutrition, part 31: Nutritional Guidance for Short Bowel Syndrome, Diverticulitis, & Ostomies

April 9, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for several gastrointestinal conditions, including: short bowel syndrome, diverticulitis, and ostomies.

Nutrition, part 31: Nutritional Guidance for Short Bowel Syndrome, Diverticulitis, & Ostomies

April 9, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for several gastrointestinal conditions, including: short bowel syndrome, diverticulitis, and ostomies.
Nutrition, part 30: Nutritional Guidance for IBS and IBD

April 2, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Nutrition, part 30: Nutritional Guidance for IBS and IBD

April 2, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Nutrition, part 29: Celiac Disease

March 26, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
The pathophysiology of celiac disease, signs and symptoms of celiac disease, and patient teaching regarding celiac disease.

Nutrition, part 29: Celiac Disease

March 26, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
The pathophysiology of celiac disease, signs and symptoms of celiac disease, and patient teaching regarding celiac disease.
Nutrition, part 28: Foodborne Illness

March 19, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Foodborne illness, including common pathogens that cause foodborne illness, specific foods that are more likely to cause foodborne illness, signs/symptoms of foodborne illness, treatment of foodborne illness, and prevention of...

Nutrition, part 28: Foodborne Illness

March 19, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Foodborne illness, including common pathogens that cause foodborne illness, specific foods that are more likely to cause foodborne illness, signs/symptoms of foodborne illness, treatment of foodborne illness, and prevention of...
Nutrition, part 27: Nutritional Guidance for Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, & Diarrhea

March 12, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for nausea, vomiting, constipation, and diarrhea.

Nutrition, part 27: Nutritional Guidance for Nausea, Vomiting, Constipation, & Diarrhea

March 12, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for nausea, vomiting, constipation, and diarrhea.
Nutrition, part 26: Nutritional Guidance for Peptic Ulcer Disease & Gastritis

March 5, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for peptic ulcer disease (PUD) and gastritis.

Nutrition, part 26: Nutritional Guidance for Peptic Ulcer Disease & Gastritis

March 5, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for peptic ulcer disease (PUD) and gastritis.
Nutrition, part 25: Nutritional Guidance - Dysphagia, GERD, & Hiatal Hernia

February 27, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional and lifestyle guidance for the following gastrointestinal disorders: dysphagia, GERD, and a hiatal hernia.

Nutrition, part 25: Nutritional Guidance - Dysphagia, GERD, & Hiatal Hernia

February 27, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional and lifestyle guidance for the following gastrointestinal disorders: dysphagia, GERD, and a hiatal hernia.
Nutrition, part 24: Nutritional Guidance for Musculoskeletal Disorders

February 20, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for individuals with key musculoskeletal disorders, including osteoporosis, osteomalacia, and gout.

Nutrition, part 24: Nutritional Guidance for Musculoskeletal Disorders

February 20, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for individuals with key musculoskeletal disorders, including osteoporosis, osteomalacia, and gout.
Nutrition, part 23: Nutrition for Nervous System Disorders

February 13, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for nervous system disorders, including neurologic dysphagia, migraine headaches, and Meniere's disease.

Nutrition, part 23: Nutrition for Nervous System Disorders

February 13, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for nervous system disorders, including neurologic dysphagia, migraine headaches, and Meniere's disease.
Nutrition, part 22: Nutritional Guidance for Cardiovascular Disorders

February 5, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for cardiovascular disorders, including: coronary artery disease (CAD), hypertension, myocardial infarction (MI), and heart failure. Key characteristics of a heart healthy diet and heart healthy lifestyle changes.

Nutrition, part 22: Nutritional Guidance for Cardiovascular Disorders

February 5, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for cardiovascular disorders, including: coronary artery disease (CAD), hypertension, myocardial infarction (MI), and heart failure. Key characteristics of a heart healthy diet and heart healthy lifestyle changes.
Nutrition, part 21: Nutritional Guidance for Respiratory Disorders

January 29, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for individuals with respiratory disorders, including COPD, cystic fibrosis, and tuberculosis.

Nutrition, part 21: Nutritional Guidance for Respiratory Disorders

January 29, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Nutritional guidance for individuals with respiratory disorders, including COPD, cystic fibrosis, and tuberculosis.
Nutrition, part 20: Metabolic Syndrome

January 22, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Metabolic syndrome. What metabolic syndrome is, risk factors for metabolic syndrome, signs/symptoms of metabolic syndrome, diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome, and treatment of metabolic syndrome (including nutritional and lifestyle changes).

Nutrition, part 20: Metabolic Syndrome

January 22, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Metabolic syndrome. What metabolic syndrome is, risk factors for metabolic syndrome, signs/symptoms of metabolic syndrome, diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome, and treatment of metabolic syndrome (including nutritional and lifestyle changes).
Nutrition, part 19: Protein Energy Malnutrition

January 15, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
The two main types of protein energy malnutrition: marasmus and kwashiorkor. The cause of each type of malnutrition, the signs/symptoms of each type of malnutrition, and the treatment of malnutrition.

Nutrition, part 19: Protein Energy Malnutrition

January 15, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
The two main types of protein energy malnutrition: marasmus and kwashiorkor. The cause of each type of malnutrition, the signs/symptoms of each type of malnutrition, and the treatment of malnutrition.
Nutrition, part 18: Food-Medication Interactions

January 8, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Key food-medication interactions. This includes the following foods and nutrients that may cause issues when taken with certain medications: tyramine, grapefruit juice, alcohol, dairy products, vitamin K, protein, and potassium.

Nutrition, part 18: Food-Medication Interactions

January 8, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Key food-medication interactions. This includes the following foods and nutrients that may cause issues when taken with certain medications: tyramine, grapefruit juice, alcohol, dairy products, vitamin K, protein, and potassium.
Nutrition, part 17: Parenteral Nutrition

January 1, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Parenteral nutrition, with a focus on total parenteral nutrition (TPN). What parenteral nutrition is, indications for parenteral nutrition, and nursing care of TPN.

Nutrition, part 17: Parenteral Nutrition

January 1, 2024Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Parenteral nutrition, with a focus on total parenteral nutrition (TPN). What parenteral nutrition is, indications for parenteral nutrition, and nursing care of TPN.
Nutrition, part 16: Enteral Nutrition

December 25, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Enteral nutrition. Indications for enteral feeding, feeding tubes used for short-term and long-term use, continuous vs. Intermittent feeding, and key points regarding nursing care of a patient with a feeding...

Nutrition, part 16: Enteral Nutrition

December 25, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
Enteral nutrition. Indications for enteral feeding, feeding tubes used for short-term and long-term use, continuous vs. Intermittent feeding, and key points regarding nursing care of a patient with a feeding...
Nutrition, part 15: Nutritional Assessment & Oral Diets

December 18, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
The key components of a nursing nutritional assessment. The different types of oral diets, including: NPO, clear liquid, full liquid, pureed, soft, dysphagia, and a regular diet.

Nutrition, part 15: Nutritional Assessment & Oral Diets

December 18, 2023Cathy Parkes RN, BSN, PHN, CWCN
The key components of a nursing nutritional assessment. The different types of oral diets, including: NPO, clear liquid, full liquid, pureed, soft, dysphagia, and a regular diet.

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