| Chapter Objectives (See related pages)
After completing Chapter 49, you will be able to:
49.1 Explain why a medical assistant needs to understand the role of diet in
health. |
| | | 49.2 Describe how the body uses food. |
| | | 49.3 Explain the role of calories in the diet. |
| | | 49.4 Identify the seven basic food components and explain the major functions
of each. |
| | | 49.5 List the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. |
| | | 49.6 Explain how the Food Guide Pyramid can be used to plan a nutritious,
well-balanced diet. |
| | | 49.7 Describe the test used to assess body fat. |
| | | 49.8 Identify types of patients who require special diets and the modifications
required for each group. |
| | | 49.9 Identify specific modified diets that may be ordered to treat or prevent
certain conditions. |
| | | 49.10 Describe the warning signs, symptoms, and treatment for eating
disorders. |
| | | 49.11 Describe techniques the medical assistant can use to effectively educate
different types of patients about nutritional requirements. |
| | | 49.12 Explain the medical assistant's role in educating patients about nutrition and describe the proper documentation of patient education. |
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