Associations between Nutritional Status and Health Outcomes Paper

Associations between Nutritional Status and Health Outcomes

Nutrition is a broad topic but, generally, people are encouraged to eat healthily to live healthy lives. Healthy eating and awareness of the appropriate dietary proportions ensure that a person functions optimally in crucial health dimensions, including physical, emotional, and mental health. To enhance understanding of nutrition-health connection, health care research has evaluated the connection between a person’s nutritional status and health outcomes. Focus areas include the link between malnutrition and diseases, healthy eating and quality life, and recommended dietary practices. The purpose of this paper is to review an article on the associations between nutritional status and health outcomes, with particular attention to the quality of life.

ORDER A PLAGIARISM-FREE PAPER HERE

Article Search

Health care research should be sourced from credible resources. The process involves an intensive search of current, relevant, and peer-reviewed articles from scholarly databases. I searched the article using “nutrition and health outcomes” as the initial keywords. Over 100 articles emerged but I included “among cancer patients” to refine the search and explore the same topic as the article by Lis et al. (2012). I found the article by Ravasco (2019) useful to support the topic by evaluating the connection between nutrition and health outcomes.

Article Findings

In the article for review, Lis et al. (2012) established the direct association between nutrition and the quality of life among cancer patients. The primary theme is that cancer patients cannot attain the required health statuses without eating healthily. Their psychosocial, physiological, emotional, and mental health depends on nutrition. According to Lis et al. (2012), cancer, everyday challenges, and treatment modalities alter the patients’ metabolic function, reducing their food intake.

Lis et al. (2012) also explained how patients’ feelings when fighting cancer affect their ability to function and eat and interpersonal relationships. Unless such patients are closely monitored and helped appropriately, their quality of life declines as they continue being unable to take the right amount of food in the correct proportions. The article is a suitable choice since it explains how poor nutrition affects cancer patients in multiple health dimensions, lowering their quality of life. Further research support the connection between nutrition and health outcomes. Ravasco (2019) underlined the need for improved nutrition among cancer patients to reduce complications, increase survival, and improve the overall quality of life. The article further recommends regularly assessing cancer patients to determine their nutritional needs. Prado et al. (2020) found that the most effective treatment for low muscle mass among cancer patients is nutritional interventions. In this case, healing, which improves a patient’s quality of life, cannot be achieved without addressing a patient’s nutritional health effectively.

Evidence for Practice

Scientific evidence is the foundation of positive practice change. It helps health care providers to understand and respond to health care challenges in more advanced and situation-appropriate ways. The evidence relevant to practice is that nutrition and the patients’ quality of life have a direct relationship. Poor nutrition declines a patient’s quality of life. In the article, Lis et al. (2012) analyzed how patients’ physical and mental states affect their eating abilities. Reduced appetite, deteriorating physical state, and treatment methods disconnect the patient with adequate and healthy food. Eventually, the overall health declines, and the patient cannot cope with the illness.

The evidence provided will improve practice significantly. It will be instrumental in guiding health care providers to consider nutrition as a factor affecting smooth recovery. As a result, dietary plans specific to patient needs will be developed to enhance healing. The evidence will decrease a gap in practice by helping to reduce readmissions typical when a patient’s condition deteriorates after medication. It will be the foundation of improving patients’ quality of life and overall health outcomes. As a systematic review, the article analyzes the topic comprehensively by reviewing findings from previously peer-reviewed articles. However, which is a genuine concern, most studies in the systematic review use very small population samples. It is an issue affecting the generalizability of the results despite the detailed analysis of the topic.

Sharing of Evidence

I would share this information with colleagues, policymakers, advocacy groups, and families taking care of patients with cancer. It would help improve cancer management by ensuring that patients take appropriate diets to enhance recovery. The information can be shared through a presentation of its summary, printing but seek relevant authority, and through emails to selected groups. A printer, internet connection, printing papers, and a computer are the essential resources. The primary reason for sharing this evidence with the nursing profession is to improve knowledge and enable nurses to make informed decisions.

Conclusion

This paper reviewed an article on the associations between nutritional status and health outcomes. The primary theme is that a patient’s nutritional status affects the quality of life. It affects the psychosocial, emotional, physical, and mental health. Therefore, health care providers should help patients make correct decisions regarding their diets to improve recovery. Correct choices help to avoid health complications and promote the growth of damaged cells and tissues.

References

Lis, C., Gupta, D., Lammersfeld, C., Markman, M., &Vashi, P. (2012).Role of nutritional status in predicting quality of life outcomes in cancer – a systematic review of the literature.Nutrition Journal, 11, 27. https://doi.org/10.1186/1475-2891-11-27

Prado, C. M., Purcell, S. A., & Laviano, A. (2020). Nutrition interventions to treat low muscle mass in cancer. Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle, 11(2), 366-380. https://doi.org/10.1002/jcsm.12525

Ravasco, P. (2019). Nutrition in cancer patients. Journal of Clinical Medicine, 8(8), 1211. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/jcm8081211

BUY A CUSTOM- PAPER HERE

Purpose

NR449 Evidence-Based Practice

Skills Module: Nutrition

 

To encourage critical thinking, problem solving, and collaboration through the use of evidence-based practice studies.

Course outcomes: This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes. CO 1: Examine the sources of knowledge that contribute to professional nursing practice. (PO 7)

CO 2: Apply research principles to the interpretation of the content of published research studies. (POs 4 and 8) CO 3: Identify ethical issues common to research involving human subjects. (PO 6)

CO 4: Evaluate published nursing research for credibility and clinical significance related to evidence-based practice. (POs 4 and 8)

CO 5: Recognize the role of research findings in evidence-based practice. (POs 7 and 8)

 

Due date: Your faculty member will inform you when this assignment is due. The Late Assignment Policy applies to this assignment.

Total points possible: 150 points

Preparing the assignment

Follow these guidelines when completing this assignment. Speak with your faculty member if you have questions.

1. Computer with internet
2. Recommend using Firefox browser and clearing your cookies and cache if you are accessing ATI on laptop or desktop computer.
3. Log into ATI, “My ATI”, and select the “Apply” Click on Skills Module 3.0 and title “Nutrition.” Click on

the “Begin Lesson” tab. Open the “Evidence-Based Research” tab on the left side.

4. There is one (1) study under the Evidence-Based Practice tab. You may review the entire module, but this is not a priority for this assignment. Other main topics and accompanying studies are listed in the table
5. Choose one of the main topics from the table and then choose one (1) article for review under that main topic.

Read the article chosen and answer one (1) of the topic questions listed below.

• What methods can be used to assess nutritional status?
• What methods can be used to identify those at risk for malnutrition?
• What specific health conditions increase the risk of malnutrition?
• What associations exist between nutritional status and health outcomes?
• What type of interventions improve adherence to recommendations on nutritional intake?

 

Create a 2-3 page summary which supports the topic question. Provide a current research article (less than 5 years). The 2-3 page limit does not include title and reference pages.

 

Main Topic: Person-centered feeding care. Article for review: ·         Bell, C., Lopez, R., Mahendra, N., Tamai, A., Davis, J., Amella, E., & Masaki, K. (2016). Person-centered feeding care: A protocol to re-introduce oral feeding for nursing home patients with tube feeding. Journal of Nutrition & Health Aging, 20(6), 621-627. doi:10.1007/s12603-016-0699-9.

Main Topic: Evaluating nutritional status. Articles for review: ·         Vereecken, C., Covents, M., Maes, L., & Moyson, T. (2013). Formative evaluation of the feedback component of children’s and adolescents’ nutrition assessment and advice on the web (CANAA-W) among parents of school children. Public Health Nutrition, 16(1), 15-26. doi:10.1017/S1368980012003448. ·         Vyncke, K, Cruz, Fernandez E., Fajó-Pascual, M., Cuenca-García, M., De Keyzer, W., Gonzalez-Gross. M., Moreno, L., Beghin, L., Breidenassel, C., Kersting, M., Albers, U., Diethelm, K., Mouratidou, T., Grammatikaki, E., Vriedt, T., Marcos, A., Bammann, K., Bornhortst, C., Leclercq, C., Manios, Y….Huybrechts, I. (2013). Validation of the diet quality index for adolescents by comparison with biomarkers, nutrient and food intakes: the HELENA study. British Journal of Nutrition, 109(11), 2067-78. doi:10.1017/S000711451200414X.

Main Topic: Identifying those at risk for malnutrition. Articles for review: ·         Isenring, E., Banks, M., Ferguson, M., & Bauer, J. (2012). Beyond malnutrition screening: Appropriate methods to guide nutrition care for aged care residents. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 112(3), 376-381. doi: 10.1016/j.jada.2011.09.038. ·         Tsai, A., Chang, T., Wang, Y., & Liao, C. (2010). Population-specific short-form mini nutritional assessment with body mass index or calf circumference can predict risk of malnutrition in community-living or institutionalized elderly people in taiwan. Journal American Dietetic Association, 110(9), 1328-1334. doi: 10.1016/j.jada.2010.06.003. PMID: 20800124. ·          Platek, M. E., Popp, J. V., Possinger, C. S., Denysschen, C. A., Horvath, P., & Brown, J. K. (2011). Comparison of the prevalence of malnutrition diagnosis in head and neck, gastrointestinal, and lung cancer patients by 3 classification methods. Cancer Nursing, 34(5), 410–416. https://doi.org/10.1097/NCC.0b013e318206b013.

Main Topic: Malnutrition associated with specific health conditions. Articles for review: ·         Sheard, J., Ash., S., Mellick, G., Silburn, P., & Kerr, G. (2013). Malnutrition in a sample of community-dwelling people with Parkinson’s disease. Public Library of Science, 8(1), e53290. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0053290. ·         Cheong, A., Oh, D., Seung, J., Min, G., C., Jae, H., Tae Sung, S., Jae, J., & Sung, K. (2012). Nutritional risk index as a predictor of postoperative wound complications after gastrectomy. World Journal Gastroenterology, 18(7), 673-678. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v18.i7.673. ·         Kvamme., J., Groni., O., Florholmen, J., & Jacobsen, B. (2011). Risk of malnutrition is associated with mental health symptoms in community living elderly men and women: The tromso study. BioMedical Central Psychiatry, 11(112). doi:10.1186/1471-244X-11-112.

Main Topic: Outcomes associated with nutritional status. Articles for review: ·         Lis, C., Gupta, D., Lammersfeld, C., Markman, M., & Vashi, P. (2012). Role of nutritional status in predicting quality of life outcomes in cancer – a systematic review of the literature. Nutrition Journal, 11, 27.  doi: 10.1186/1475-2891-11-27. ·         Koretz,  R., Avenell , A., & Lipman,  T. (2012). Nutritional support for liver disease. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. Issue 5. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD008344.pub2.

Main Topic: Interventions to improve nutritional status. Article for review: ·         Desroches,  S., Lapointe,  A., Ratté,  S., Gravel,  K., Légaré,  F., & Turcotte,  S. (2013). Interventions to enhance adherence to dietary advice for preventing and managing chronic diseases in adults. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. Issue 2. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD008722.pub2.

 

 

 

6. The Summary must include the following headings (see rubric for criteria under each heading):
   1. Introduction and Key Points (10 Points)
      • Choose one of the assigned topics and identifies one of the questions
      • Defines the topic and question
      • States why it is a problem
      • Information presented in logical sequence
   2. Article Search (25 Points)
      • Current (less than 5 years) and credible resource
      • Database search – terms and methods used
      • Number of articles located
      • Source outside of ATI module used
   3. Article Findings (25 Points)
      • How it addresses the topic
      • Type of research conducted
      • Findings of research
      • Why this article was chosen
   4. Evidence for Practice (25 Points)
      • Summary of evidence
      • How it will improve practice
      • How this evidence will decrease a gap to practice
      • Any concerns or weaknesses located in the evidence
   5. Sharing of Evidence (25 Points)
      • Who would you share the information with?
      • How would you share this information?
      • What resources would you need to accomplish this sharing of evidence?
      • Why would it be important to share this evidence with the nursing profession?
   6. Conclusion (20 Points)
      • Summarizes the theme of the paper
      • Information presented in logical sequence
      • All key points addressed
      • Conclusion shows depth of understanding of topic
   7. APA Style (10 Points)
      • APA style used properly for citations
      • APA style used properly for references
      • APA style used properly for quotations
      • All references are cited, and all citations have references

*NOTE: Must adhere to current APA guidelines and formatting.

1. Writing Mechanics (10 Points)
   • No spelling errors
   • No grammatical errors, including verb tense and word usage
   • No writing errors, including sentence structure, and formatting
   • Must be all original work
2. Your instructor will provide guidance on the best way to submit this

 

For writing assistance (APA, formatting, or grammar), visit the APA Citation and Writing page in the online library.

 

Please note that your instructor may provide you with additional assessments in any form to determine that you fully understand the concepts learned in the review module.

BUY A CUSTOM- PAPER HERE

Grading Rubric Criteria are met when the student’s application of knowledge demonstrates achievement of the outcomes for this assignment.

Assignment Section and Required Criteria (Points possible/% of total points available)	Highest Level of Performance	High Level of Performance	Satisfactory Level of Performance	Unsatisfactory Level of Performance	Section not present in paper
Introduction and Key Points (10 points)	10 points	8 points	7 points	4 points	0 points
Required criteria 1.       Choose one of the assigned topics and identifies one of the questions 2.       Defines the topic and question 3.       States why it is a problem 4.       Information presented in logical sequence	Includes 4 requirements for section.	Includes 3 requirements for section.	Includes 2 requirements for section.	Includes 1 requirement for section.	No requirements for this section presented.
Article Search (25 points)	25 points	22 points	20 points	10 points	0 points
Required criteria 1.        Current (less than 5 years) and credible resource 2.        Database search – terms and methods used 3.        Number of articles located 4.        Source outside of ATI module used	Includes 4 requirements for section.	Includes 3 requirements for section.	Includes 2 requirements for section.	Includes 1 requirement for section.	No requirements for this section presented.
Article Findings (25 points)	25 points	22 points	20 points	10 points	0 points
Required criteria 1.       How it addresses the topic 2.       Type of research conducted 3.       Findings of research 4.       Why this article was chosen	Includes 4 requirements for section.	Includes 3 requirements for section.	Includes 2 requirements for section.	Includes 1 requirement for section.	No requirements for this section presented.
Evidence for Practice (25 points)	25 points	22 points	20 points	10 points	0 points
Required Criteria 1.       Summary of evidence 2.       How it will improve practice 3.       How this evidence will decrease a gap to practice 4.       Any concerns or weaknesses located in the evidence	Includes 4 requirements for section.	Includes 3 requirements for section.	Includes 2 requirements for section.	Includes 1 requirement for section.	No requirements for this section presented.
Sharing of Evidence (25 points)	25 points	22 points	20 points	10 points	0 points
Required Criteria 1. Who would you share the information with?	Includes 4 requirements for	Includes 3 requirements for	Includes 2 requirements for	Includes 1 requirement for	No requirements for this section

 

Assignment Section and Required Criteria (Points possible/% of total points available)	Highest Level of Performance	High Level of Performance	Satisfactory Level of Performance	Unsatisfactory Level of Performance	Section not present in paper
2.       How would you share this information? 3.       What resources would you need to accomplish this sharing of evidence? 4.       Why would it be important to share this evidence with the nursing profession?	section.	section.	section.	section.	presented.
Conclusion (20 points)	20 points	18 points	17 points	10 points	0 points
Required Criteria 1.       Summarizes the theme of the paper 2.       Information presented in logical sequence 3.       All key points addressed 4.       Conclusion shows depth of understanding of topic	Includes 4 requirements for section.	Includes 3 requirements for section.	Includes 2 requirements for section.	Includes 1 requirement for section.	No requirements for this section presented.
APA Style (10 points)	10 points	8 points	7 points	4 points	0 points
Required criteria 1.       APA style used properly for citations 2.       APA style used properly for references 3.       APA style used properly for quotations 4.       All references are cited, and all citations have references *NOTE: Must adhere to current APA guidelines and formatting.	Includes 4 requirements for section.	Includes 3 requirements for section.	Includes 2 requirements for section.	Includes 1 requirement for section.	No requirements for this section presented.
Writing Mechanics (10 points)	10 points	8 points	6 points	4 points	0 points
Required criteria 1.       No spelling errors 2.       No grammatical errors, including verb tense and word usage 3.       No writing errors, including sentence structure, and formatting 4.       Must be all original work	Includes 4 requirements for section.	Includes 3 requirements for section.	Includes 2 requirements for section.	Includes 1 requirement for section.	No requirements for this section presented.
Total Points Possible = 150 points