Briefly discuss S.P.'s nutritional needs. Why is she receiving an iron supplement?
What will be an ideal response?
• Elderly women might need only 1400 to 1600 kcal/day to keep from gaining weight, but special
emphasis should be placed on a diet high in protein, calcium, antioxidants, vitamin C and zinc (for
wound healing), and iron, possibly with glucosamine supplementation. S.P. might need folic acid
supplementation because of methotrexate therapy.
• She is receiving the iron supplementation because of blood loss from the surgery.
• Arrange for a medical nutrition therapy consultation with a registered dietitian for S.P. and her
family.
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