Which principle is correct while planning a diet for a patient?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Plan the diet according to individual needs
A patient’s diet should be individualized according to age, sex, diagnosis, symptoms, nutritional status, energy and nutrient needs, cultural practices, food preferences, finances, and ability to chew or swallow. Individual planning improves suitability, safety, acceptance, and adherence while supporting the medical treatment plan.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Plan the diet according to individual needs
Why is this the correct answer?
A patient’s diet should be individualized according to age, sex, diagnosis, symptoms, nutritional status, energy and nutrient needs, cultural practices, food preferences, finances, and ability to chew or swallow. Individual planning improves suitability, safety, acceptance, and adherence while supporting the medical treatment plan.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Concerns and Needs in Diverse Contexts. Topic: Principles of environmental, personal, and food hygiene.
