Authored by a dietitian and a nursing instructor, this thoroughly revised second edition introduces nutrition and diet therapy as it relates to nursing practice. For this new edition, all chapters have been completely revised to incorporate information based on the most recent research, and new chapters have been added to reflect the latest developments in health care. This book provides a collaborative approach to nutritional care of clients with diverse backgrounds and nutritional requirements. The basic nutrition principles are presented in the nursing process format so the reader can easily apply them in providing nutrition support, performing client assessments, and giving client instruction.