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Hfn 511: Advanced Therapeutic Nutrition Question Paper

Hfn 511: Advanced Therapeutic Nutrition

Course:Master Of Science In Food,Nutrition And Dietetics

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2012

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2011/2012
SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FOODS, NUTRITION AND DIETETICS
HFN 511: ADVANCED THERAPEUTIC NUTRITION
DATE: Tuesday 3rd April 2012 TIME: 9.00 a.m. – 12.00 p.m.
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INSTRUCTIONS: Answer THREE questions. Question ONE is COMPULSORY.
1. a) Research has demonstrated that timely, adequate and appropriate nutrition intervention can improve patients’ clinical outcomes, improve the quality of life and reduce healthcare costs. Discuss. [10 marks]

b) In view of the multi-faceted nature of many diseases, a team approach to health care has always been recommended. Describe why team approach in patient care is imperative. [10 marks]
2. a) Describe the pathophysiology involved in type 1 and type 2 diabetes. [10 marks]

b) Describe the role of various factors in the development of type 1 and type 2 diabetes. [10 marks]

3. a) Describe the pathophysiology of malnutrition among children 6 – 59 months.
[5 marks]
b) Describe the phases of rehabilitation of severely malnourished patients with
complications namely: cautious feeding phase, transition phase and catch up (Rehabilitation) phase. [15 marks]

4. a) Describe the etiology and the types of cancer. [5 marks]
b) Discuss the nutrition related side effects of cancer treatments and suggest suitable nutrition interventions in cancer management.[15 marks]
5. a) Explain the risk factors associated cardiovascular diseases. [10 marks]
b) Explain the role of diet in the etiology, prevention and treatment cardiovascular diseases. [10 marks
6. a) Explain the importance of effective weight management in the health of an individual. [10 marks]
b) Describe the predisposing factors to obesity and suggest suitable dietary
recommendations for body fat reduction. [10 marks]

7. a) Explain the role of Kidneys in maintaining homeostasis and state the different types of renal diseases. [5 marks]
b) Explain the specific dietary adjustment in the different renal conditions. [15 marks]

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