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.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Inc
ISBN-13
9781439849491
eBay Product ID (ePID)
113807838
Product Key Features
Subject Area
Physical Therapy
Author
Jennifer Bohnstadt Othersen, Lynn K. Thomas
Publication Name
Nutrition Therapy for Chronic Kidney Disease
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Subject
Medicine
Publication Year
2012
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
308 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
254mm
Item Width
178mm
Item Weight
703g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
Editor
Jennifer Bohnstadt Othersen, Lynn K. Thomas
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