Question

D 4. Treatment of pulmonary problems may include a major nutritional component. a) Give examples of breathing conditions that have an impact on food and nutrient intake, and explain the possible implications. b) What recommendations can you make for a child with BPD? c) Give specific food and meal patterns suggestions.

Answer 1

Answer: In the case if the breathing conditions such as Wheezing, cough or asthma has major impact on the food and nutrient intake. Children becomes unable to swallow or chew foods properly. This reduces the intake of hard foods such as nuts, apple etc. Apple may cause more cough in children so,it is avoid in problem with the breathing conditions. Hence these things affect deficiency of the nutrients. This may cause abnormalities in the growth and development of child. This also cause deficiency diseases and disorders.

The child with BPD requires more attention and need as compared to their other siblings. The borderline personality disorder in children may increase complications in understanding. Parents should focus on the activities of the child, try to communicate more and interact with the child. It is important to make child feel valued.

The foods and meal patterns suggestion such as providing their most favorite food which contains high amount of nutrients. It is important to check the nutritional value of the food given to children. Oily and junk foods should be avoided. Introducing green vegetables and fruits would be beneficial such as soup could be the better serving for them.