作者: Mary Pat Kelly
DOI: 10.1007/978-1-62703-685-6_6
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摘要: Since the first Medicare Conditions for Coverage of End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) were published in 1976 [1], registered dietitians (RDs) have been directed to perform nutrition-focused physical assessment. Given potential both deficiency and toxicity inherent renal failure, regulatory language suggested a two-step process that assessed vitamin/mineral adequacy then translated nutrient requirements into food choices, appropriate supplementation.