How Can Nurses Promote Nutritional Health in Chronic Conditions?
Patients with chronic conditions often have unique nutritional needs. Nurses can support these patients by:
- Educating patients and families: Providing information on dietary modifications and the importance of nutrition in managing conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and renal failure. - Collaborating with dietitians: Working with registered dietitians to develop and implement individualized nutrition plans. - Monitoring adherence: Regularly assessing patient adherence to dietary recommendations and providing encouragement and support.
