I am happy to report that I have updated my practical guide for student dietitians. Here is a short preview: Abstract: Working in long-term care for over thirty years has been rewarding and challenging. I'm amazed at how many things have changed since I began. For example, when I started, there were no clear … Continue reading ACE YOUR LTC ROTATION WITH THIS PRACTICAL GUIDE
Category: Nutrition Education
Creating a Nutrition Diagnosis Statement
For a Patient with Co-morbidities Initial Information: Mr. Lee is a 79-year-old nursing home resident with CHF, CKD (stage 3), and DM. He also has a pressure injury on his coccyx. There are several things to consider when calculating his nutrition needs. The first is, what are Mr. Lee’s goals for nutrition, and how does … Continue reading Creating a Nutrition Diagnosis Statement
Stepping into a Dietitian’s Shoes for Fifteen Minutes By Melany Rivera
Giving nutritional advice is not just telling the patient or client what to eat and not to eat. It is a lot about getting to know the person and meet them where they are at.Melany Rivera When I applied to go to Middle Tennessee State University, I did not realize the plethora of experience that … Continue reading Stepping into a Dietitian’s Shoes for Fifteen Minutes By Melany Rivera
My approach to nutrition counseling
When I first started doing individual counseling, I was excited. I went to the person’s house armed with all kinds of ideas and suggestions. I had a binder as thick as a medical record. My plan was to go through it all and give her my “ideal” diet. I had labels to decipher, tips for … Continue reading My approach to nutrition counseling