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Nutrition Therapy for Chronic Kidney Disease

Thomas, Bohnstadt Othersen Nutrition Therapy for Chronic Kidney Disease

ISBN: 978-1-43-984949-1

Edition: 1st Ed.

Publication date: May 2012

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 368 p.

Illustrations: 58 ill.

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

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Description

This book presents variations in nutritional therapy through the five stages of chronic kidney disease. Chapters cover history of renal disease management and pathophysiology; electrolyte and acid-based disorders; acute renal disease; dialysis techniques; children/adolescents with chronic kidney disease; pregnancy with chronic kidney disease; bone and mineral disorders management; drug-nutrient/drug supplements; endocrine and lipid management; anemia management; enteral and parenteral support; nutrition post transplant; and establishing quality of life improvement parameters. The text links clinical applications to the Kidney Foundation Outcome Quality Initiative resources and provides dietary and supplement recommendations.