Nutrition and Neurodisability
eBook - PDF

Nutrition and Neurodisability

  1. English
  2. PDF
  3. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Nutrition and Neurodisability

About this book

Feeding difficulties are common in children with neurodisability and disorders of the central nervous system can affect the movements required for safe and efficient eating and drinking. This practical guide provides strategies for managing the range of nutritional problems faced by children with neurodevelopmental disability. The easily accessible information on aetiology, assessment and management is informed by a succinct review of current evidence and guidelines to inform best practice.

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Yes, you can access Nutrition and Neurodisability by Peter B. Sullivan, Guro L. Andersen, Morag J. Andrew in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Medicine & Medical Theory, Practice & Reference. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Table of contents

  1. Front Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. Contents
  5. Author Appointments
  6. Foreword
  7. Preface
  8. Chapter 1: The Normal Development of Oral Motor Function: Anatomy and Physiology
  9. Chapter 2: ‘When Things Go Wrong’: Causes and Assessment of Oral Sensorimotor Dysfunction
  10. Chapter 3: Oral Health and Sialorrhea
  11. Chapter 4: Gastrointestinal Problems in Children with Neurodisability: Causes, Symptoms and Management
  12. Chapter 5: Consequences of Nutritional Impairment
  13. Chapter 6: Assessment of Nutritional State: Growth, Anthropometry and Body Composition
  14. Chapter 7: Assessment of Nutritional State: Dietetic, Energy and Macronutrients
  15. Chapter 8: Assessment of Nutritional State: Micronutrient Deficiencies and Bone Health
  16. Chapter 9: Feeding and Nutritional Management Strategies
  17. Chapter 10: Enteral Tube Feeding: Practical and Ethical Considerations
  18. Conclusion
  19. Index