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Record Nr.

UNINA9910963330203321

Titolo

Feeding and nutrition in children with neurodevelopmental disability / / edited by Peter B. Sullivan

Pubbl/distr/stampa

London, : Mac Keith Press, 2009

ISBN

9781907655289

190765528X

9781908316127

1908316128

Edizione

[1st ed.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (375 p.)

Collana

1st

Altri autori (Persone)

SullivanPeter B

Disciplina

618.928588

Soggetti

Developmentally disabled children - Nutrition

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; List of Contributors; Foreword by Martin Bax; Preface; Introduction; 1. Feeding and Nutrition in Neurodevelopmental Disability: An overview; 2. Nutrition and Growth: Assessment and monitoring; 3. Oral Motor Impairment and Swallowing Dysfunction: Assessment and management; 4. Feeding and Dietetic Assessment and Management; 5. The Multidisciplinary Team and the Practicalities of Nursing Care; 6. Gastrointestinal Disorders: Assessment and management; 7. Gastrointestinal Disorders: Special investigations; Appendices

Appendix 4: Incorporating Nutrient-Dense Foods into the Diet of Children with Feeding ProblemsAppendix 5: Formula and Supplement Information; Index

Sommario/riassunto

For those responsible for the nutritional and gastrointestinal care of children with neurodisability, including cerebral palsy. Covering  the problems surrounding the nutritional management of children with neurological impairment who have difficulty swallowing and feeding. Written from a multidisciplinary perspective.