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Clinical manifestations of nutrient deficiency
JPEN. Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
|September 10, 2002
Abstract
Background:
Clinical manifestations of nutrient deficiencies are often overlooked by practitioners caring for patients receiving home nutritional therapies.
Methods:
Literature review was conducted placing priority on identifying practical history and physical examination elements that may represent clinical manifestations of nutrient deficiency.
Results:
Summary tables are presented that highlight key history and physical examination elements.
Conclusions:
Appropriate care of the patient receiving home enteral or parenteral nutrition therapies requires routine surveillance of these elements.