Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Pocket Guide to Nutrition Assessment

by Pamela Charney

Charney (University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey) and Malone (Mount Carmel West Hospital) provide information on the tools and techniques of nutrition assessment in this pocket (4x7") wire-comb-bound reference for dietitians and other dietetics practitioners. Beginning with screening and progressing through history taking, conducting the physical assessment, laboratory assessment, anthropometrics, and determining requirements, the guide emphasizes interpretation and application of findings to the situations of individual patients. Samples of assessment tools and forms used in different practice settings are provided. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Genres: Nutrition

273 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2003