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Pediatric Malnutrition and Nutrition-Focused Physical Exam

Pediatric Malnutrition and Nutrition-Focused Physical Exam

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Have you ever wondered how to accurately define and diagnose pediatric malnutrition?  Are you still using the terminology “failure to thrive”?  This seminar will give you the tools you need to accurately diagnose pediatric malnutrition as well as how to perform a nutrition-focused physical exam.  Accurate malnutrition identification and diagnosis allows for earlier nutrition intervention to best improve patient outcomes.

Here's What You'll Learn


Introduction to Pediatric Malnutrition

  • Importance of Identifying Pediatric Malnutrition
  • History of Malnutrition Indicators
  • Frequency of Malnutrition

Defining Pediatric Malnutrition

  • New Definition
  • Malnutrition Etiology
  • Chronicity and Severity of Malnutrition

Pediatric Malnutrition Assessment

  • AND/ASPEN Single Data Point Indicators with Examples
  • Mid Upper Arm Circumference
  • AND/ASPEN Multiple Data Point Indicators with Examples
  • Nutrition Diagnosis Statement
  • Limitations when Using Indicators 
  • Other Malnutrition Assessment Tools/Validation Studies

Nutrition Focused Physical Examination (NFPE)

  • Subcutaneous Fat Assessment
  • Muscle Assessment
  • Infant/Toddler NFPE Considerations
  • Assessment for micronutrient deficiencies
  • Edema assessment

Case Studies

Everything You're Getting


  • More than 1 hour of video content
  • Up to 1.5 CE credits
  • Certificate of completion
  • Handouts and resources

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Kristy Paley, MS, RD, LDN

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Kristy Paley, MS, RD, LDN, is a Registered Dietitian with over 20 years’ experience, with much of her career focused in pediatrics. She currently works at Duke Children’s Hospital where she serves as the dietitian for the pediatric intensive care and pediatric complex care teams. She holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Nutrition and was a Board Certified Nutrition Support Clinician for 15 years.  Kristy contributed to several publications, posters, and presentations.  Most recently, she presented on pediatric malnutrition at the national food and nutrition conference for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.  Kristy also authored the chapter on Parenteral Nutrition in the most recent edition of Samour and King’s Pediatric Nutrition in Clinical Care textbook.  Her areas of expertise include nutrition for pediatric critical care and for children with medical complexity.

 

Speaker Disclosures
Financial: Kristy Paley has an employment relationship with Duke University Hospital and receives a speaking honorarium from Nutricia Formula. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. All relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations have been mitigated.
Non-financial: Kristy Paley has no relevant non-financial relationships.

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Media Type:
Digital Seminar
Product Code:
POS078657
Duration:
1 hour, 39 minutes
Copyright:
Aug 30, 2023
Format:
Audio and Video

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