Standard Hospital Diet
Certain diseases require modifications of the nutritional components of a regular diet. Each diet has a
purpose and a rationale. Modifications may be done qualitatively, such as in terms of consistency,
texture, or nutrients, or quantitatively, such as in the size and the number of feedings, or control of
specific nutrients.
I. Objectives
Whatever modification is done to a patient’s diet, acceptance of food is largely influenced by the
nursing personnel. It is important for patients to be educated on the diet given to them.
II. Procedures
1. Plan a normal diet for lunch and modify this to soft diet and mechanical diet.
Soft Diet Modification
Sample Menu for Lunch Modification
Normal diet Soft Diet Mechanical Soft Diet
Soup:
Meat:
Rice:
Vegetables:
Fruit or Dessert:
Characteristics of Soft Diet and Mechanical Soft Diet
Diet Indications Characteristics Food Selections
Soft Diet
Mechanical Soft Diet
Plan a normal diet for lunch and modify this to general liquid diet and clear liquid diet.
Liquid Diet Modification
Sample Menu for Lunch Modification
Normal diet General Liquid Diet Clear Liquid Diet
Soup:
Meat:
Rice:
Vegetables:
Fruit or Dessert:
Characteristics of General Liquid Diet and Clear Liquid Diet
Diet Indications Characteristics Food Selections
General Liquid Diet
Clear Liquid Diet
Diabetes Diet
Aside from maintaining near normal blood glucose levels for diabetes mellitus, nutrition therapy aims
to achieve optimum serum lipids, maintain desirable body weight (DBW), prevent complications, and
improve overall health of the diabetic.
I. Objectives
The Medical Nutrition Therapy for Diabetes Mellitus aims to:
1. Attain normal blood glucose levels, lipids and lipoprotein profiles, and blood pressure levels;
2. Prevent complications and
3. Improve the patients health
Meal Distribution
Food Items Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Milk
Sugar
Egg
Meat/Fish/Poultry
Vegetable
Rice/Bread
Fat
Diets for Gastrointestinal (GI) Disorders
Anyone can experience GI discomforts such as indigestion, nausea, abdominal cramps, and gas. They
are usually associated with some unusual types of food eaten.
I. Objectives
Significant implications are associated with GI disorders. It is important to identify the causes of each
disorder and correct them immediately through nutrient modification.
Characteristics and Dietary Management of Dumping Syndrome
Disease Condition Characteristics Dietary Management Rationale of Diet
Characteristics and Dietary Management of Celiac Disease
Disease Condition Characteristics Dietary Management Rationale of Diet
Characteristics and Dietary Management of Peptic Ulcer
Disease Condition Characteristics Dietary Management Rationale of Diet
Diets for Diseases of the Liver, Gallbladder, and Pancreas
Proper digestion, absorption, and metabolism take place in the body because of the liver, gallbladder,
and pancreas. Any disorder or injury to these organs may have a great impact on one’s health.
I. Objectives:
Disorders of the liver, gallbladder, or pancreas may greatly affect the nutritional status of an
individual. It is important to emphasize the medical nutrition therapy as part of the treatment of any
disorder affecting these organs.
Characteristics and Dietary Management of Hepatitis
Disease Condition Characteristics Dietary Management Rationale of Diet
Characteristics and Dietary Management of Cholecystectomy
Disease Condition Characteristics Dietary Management Rationale of Diet
Characteristics and Dietary Management of Cystic Fibrosis
Disease Condition Characteristics Dietary Management Rationale of Diet
Diets for Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular diseases refer to a group of diseases and conditions affecting the heart and blood
vessels. It is still one of the major causes of deaths worldwide.
I. Objectives
Diet is a major factor in preventing further damage to the cardiovascular system. It is important to be
aware of the food items to be avoided and restricted in order to prevent diseases of the
cardiovascular system.
II. Procedures
Characteristics and Dietary Management of Atherosclerosis
Disease Condition Characteristics Dietary Management Rationale of Diet
Characteristics and Dietary Management of Congestive Heart Disease
Disease Condition Characteristics Dietary Management Rationale of Diet
Characteristics and Dietary Management of Hyperlipidemia
Disease Condition Characteristics Dietary Management Rationale of Diet
Diets for Renal Diseases
The Kidneys perform vital metabolic and hormonal functions such as filtering the blood to remove
waste products from the body. Any kidney disease will greatly affect the body. Kidney disorders can
interfere with the proper functioning of the nephrons.
I. Objectives
Monitoring the diet is important for the kidneys to function properly. People with Kidney diseases
need constant assessment, monitoring and counselling.
II. Procedures
Characteristics and Dietary Management of Glomerulonephritis
Disease Condition Characteristics Dietary Management Rationale of Diet
Characteristics and Dietary Management of Renal Calculi
Disease Condition Characteristics Dietary Management Rationale of Diet
Characteristics and Dietary Management of Nephrosis
Disease Condition Characteristics Dietary Management Rationale of Diet
