ASPEN Pediatric and Neonatal Nutrition Support Handbook

Written by 26 experts in pediatric nutrition support, this course is a comprehensive, quick reference on caring for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents receiving parenteral and enteral nutrition. It includes age-specific nutrition for over 18 disease-specific conditions. Highlights:       Information on nutrition assessment, guidelines, and disease-specific challenges. Techniques to assess calorie needs and initiate/monitor nutrition support. More than 100 tables and charts on nutrients, assessment methods, formulas, and more! This handy guide offers something for everyone—from the novice to the advanced practitioner—and is meant to supplement the popular ASPEN Pediatric Nutrition Support Core Curriculum, ASPEN guidelines, and ASPEN position statements. CONTENTS PART I: Nutrition Status Chapter 1. Nutrition Screening and History Chapter 2. Malnutrition  Chapter 3. Clinical Considerations  PART II: Nutrition Care Plan  Chapter 4. Infant to Adolescent  Chapter 5. Enteral Nut