Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Nutrition Care Process
Last Updated: 2019-11-22
Target Group: All Adults, All children(0-12 yr.), Youth(13-17 yr.)
Nutrition Assessment, Monitoring and Evaluation
Nutrition Assessment
Adults and children with SLE should be referred to a dietitian early on in the disease process for a general dietary assessment. The nutrition assessment of an individual with SLE may include the parameters in the table below using NCP terminology.
Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation
Monitoring calcium intake and bone density, weight status, blood pressure and blood glucose is essential. Dietary follow up and an individual exercise program are important therapeutic
Adults and children with SLE should be referred to a dietitian early on in the disease process for a general dietary assessment. The nutrition assessment of an individual with SLE may include the parameters in the table below using NCP terminology.
Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation
Monitoring calcium intake and bone density, weight status, blood pressure and blood glucose is essential. Dietary follow up and an individual exercise program are important therapeutic