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Goal: To provide an overview of nutrient goals for patients with diabetes mellitus and chronic kidney disease.
Objectives:
- List the four primary nutrient goals in kidney-focused nutrition.
- List the four specific steps set forth by the American Dietetic Association to describe and monitor nutritional care.
- Explain how understanding the multiple nutrition parameters required in patients with diabetes mellitus and chronic kidney disease helps nephrology nurses reinforce daily nutritional challenges.
Statement of Disclosure: The authors reported no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to this continuing nursing education article.
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