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A lack of interest
Apathy
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The inhalation of food or fluid into the lungs; may cause pneumonia or death
Aspiration
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Condition that occurs when a person does not have enough fluid in the body
Dehydration
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Cards that list resident’s names and information about special diets, allergies, likes and dislikes, and any other
dietary instructions
Diet Cards
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Medications that reduce fluid volume in the body
Diuretics
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Difficulty with swallowing
Dysphagia
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A period of time during which food is given up voluntarily
Fasting
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Taking in and eliminating equal amounts of fluid
Fluid Balance
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A condition in which the body cannot eliminate the fluid consumed
Fluid Overload
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A medical order for a person to drink more fluids
Force Fluids
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A measuring container
Graduate
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The fluid a person consumes; also called intake
Input
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The fluid a person consumes; also called input
Intake
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Poor nutrition due to insufficient food intake or an improper diet
Malnutrition
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The process of utilizing all nutrients that enter the body to provide energy, growth, and maintenance
Metabolism
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Substance in food that enables the body to use energy for metabolism
Nutrients
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The taking in and using of food by the body to maintain health
Nutrition
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Fluid that is eliminated each day through urine, feces, and vomitus, as well as perspiration; also includes suction material and wound drainage
Output
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To chop, blend, or grind food into a thick paste of baby food consistency
Puree
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A medical order that limits the amount of fluids a person takes in
Restrict Fluids
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A diet for people who have certain illnesses or conditions; also called therapeutic or modified diet
Special Diet
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Vegetarians who do not eat any animal products, including milk, cheese, other dairy items, or eggs; vegans may also not use or wear any animal products, including wool, silk, and leather
Vegans
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People who do not eat meat, fish, or poultry for religious, moral, or health reasons; they may or may not eat eggs and dairy products
Vegetarians
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