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Endocrine and Metabolic - Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Nutrition Care Process

Last Updated: 2021-08-10 Target Group: Women

Nutrition [and Dietetic] Diagnosis

Disclaimer
Sample PES or PESS/PASS statements (problem, etiology/aetiology, signs and symptoms) using some NCP terminology
These statements are provided as examples only and will not apply to all individuals: 
  • Overweight/obesity related to endocrine dysfunction (PCOS), as evidenced by hirsutism and obstructive sleep apnea.
  • Excessive energy intake related to consumption of high fat, high calorie foods, as evidenced by 24-hour dietary recall, elevated BMI and waist circumference. 

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