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Nutritional Care, Therapeutic Diets, and Enteral/Parenteral Nutrition | Chapter 11 from Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-PN Examination (7th Edition)

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Nutritional Care, Therapeutic Diets, and Enteral/Parenteral Nutrition | Chapter 11 from Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-PN Examination (7th Edition) Welcome to Chapter 11 of the Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-PN Examination (7th Edition) by Linda Anne Silvestri and Angela E. Silvestri. Nutrition is a cornerstone of holistic nursing care, and this chapter prepares you to assess, educate, and care for clients with diverse and complex dietary needs. From macronutrients to specialized feeding methods, it covers every nutritional component vital for NCLEX-PN success and safe practice. Watch the comprehensive video summary below, and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for more NCLEX-PN chapter reviews and nursing care tips: Essential Nutrients: Macronutrients, Vitamins, Minerals, and Electrolytes Carbohydrates: Main energy source (4 kcal/g), found in grains, fruits, and vegetables. Proteins: Required for growth, repair, immune function (4 kcal/g)...