Children with neurological impairment frequently have difficulties in consuming sufficient
energy and other nutrients to maintain adequate nutritional status. Under-nutrition is a …

This book is written to assist those who have responsibility for the nutritional and
gastrointestinal care of children with neurodisability. The emphasis throughout is on the …

Feeding difficulty and malnutrition are common in disabled children. Intake may be reduced
because of anorexia, chewing and swallowing difficulties, or vomiting. Feeding is often time …

The current increasing survival of children with severe central nervous system damage has
created a major challenge for medical care. Gastrointestinal and nutritional problems in …

Nutritional management for children with neurodisability can be challenging and there are
an increasing number of children at risk of malnutrition. Management involves healthcare …

[[CHARD D, STEVENSON, MD hildren with developmental disabilities frequently have
problems related to feeding and nutrition that pediatricians are first to evaluate and treat …

This article discusses nutrition in and specific conditions affecting children and adolescents
who have disabilities. It is geared toward the practitioner of pediatrics to provide education …

Children with severe cerebral palsy and particularly those with oropharyngeal dysfunction
are at risk of poor nutritional status. Determining the need and the mode of nutritional …

Children with cognitive and adaptive disabilities are at increased risk for developing feeding
difficulties and secondary nutritional deficiencies. Problems such as poor oral-motor …

This article discusses special considerations in the diet and nutrition of severely
handicapped children. Nutritional needs are examined as they are affected by (1) specific …