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o “Hemoglobin S disease”
o Defective hemoglobin synthesis
o Partial or total deoxygenation of hemoglobin S molecules
o Sickle-shaped red blood cells
o Poorly carry oxygen
o Impacts oxygen & carbon dioxide exchange
o Oxygen deprivation → organ damage
o Catch in the capillaries
o Blood vessel obstruction → vaso-occlusion
o Sickle cell crisis
POPULATION
o 21 YOM
o Medical problem: Sickle cell crisis
o Dietetic trigger: BMI < 19
o 6’ 3” 150# BMI – 18.75 kg/m2
o General diet
o LOS: 4 days
o Previous SJMC visits
o September, 2015 o September, 2016
o November, 2015 o November, 2016
o January, 2016 o December, 2016
o March, 2016 o February, 2017
o May, 2016 o June, 2017
o August, 2016 o July, 2017
o Dietetic triggers: BMI < 19 or LOS
SICKLE CELL CRISIS
o Medical interventions:
o Pain relief
o Blood exchange transfusion
o Lessen likelihood of pressure ulcers, infections, & renal failure
o Ensuring patient properly oxygenated
o Zinc supplementation
o Usual questions:
o Appetite: current & prior to admission
o Intake: current & prior to admission
o Weight: UBW, any trends, clothes fit as normal
o Symptoms of nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea
o Any chewing or swallowing issues, other barriers to consumption
o Any ulcers/wounds, & how they are healing
o Familiarity to supplements
o Additional questions:
o Vitamin & mineral supplement regimen
o Sources of protein
o Alcohol consumption
o Interest in education?
o Boosting calories & (plant) protein; sources of vitamins/minerals, meal preparation
SITUATION & BACKGROUND
o Situation
o Low BMI
o LOS of 7 days
o Background
o Patient interview & chart information
o Sickle cell anemia specific laboratory values:
o Hemoglobin ↓
o Folic acid ↓
o Iron ↑
o Renal labs
o BUN
o Creatinine
o Albumin
ASSESSMENT
o Malnutrition
o Underweight
o Unintended weight loss
o Kilocalories
o 30-35 kcal/kg CBW
o Protein
o 0.8-1.0 g PRO/kg CBW
o Fluid
o 2-3 quarts (~1890-2840 mL/day)
o Recommend nutritional supplement
o Multivitamin/mineral supplement
o Folic acid & zinc supplements
o Omega-3 fatty acids: supplement, increased dietary intake
o Low sodium
o Low iron: if hemochromatic/receiving transfusions
o Recommend vegetable proteins
o Avoid liver, iron-fortified items, alcohol, sports drinks
*Nightly tube feedings may be considered to meet needs, avoid excess iron
RESOURCES
Mahan, L. K., Escott-Stump, S., & Raymond, J. L. (2012). Krause’s food and the
nutrition care process. (13th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Saunders.
o Supplements
o Recommend nutritional supplement; provide cafeteria menu
o Multivitamin/mineral supplement
o Folic acid & zinc supplements
o Omega-3 fatty acids: supplement, increased dietary intake
o Low sodium
o Low iron: if hemochromatic/receiving transfusions
o Recommend vegetable proteins
o Avoid liver, iron-fortified items, alcohol, sports drinks
*Nightly tube feedings may be considered to meet needs, avoid excess iron