CD: Major Recommendations (2009)
Recommendations
Recommendations are categorized in terms of either conditional or imperative statements. While conditional statements clearly define a specific situation, imperative statements are broadly applicable to the target population and do not impose restraints on their application. Conditional recommendations are presented in an if/then format, such that: If CONDITION then ACTION(S) because REASON(S) Fulfillment of the condition triggers one or more guideline-specified actions. In contrast, imperative recommendations include terms such as “require, ” “must, ” and “should, ” and do not contain conditional text that would limit their applicability to specified circumstances. Resources Available with Each Recommendation In addition to the recommendation statement and strength rating, you will find on each recommendation page:
Below, you will find a list of the Celiac Disease Recommendations organized by the steps in the Nutrition Care Process. To see the Recommendation Summary, just click on the recommendation title. You can print the entire guideline material in PDF format.
Celiac Disease (CD) Major Recommendations
Nutrition Assessment
CD: Assessment of Food/Nutrition-Related History
CD: Assessment of Factors Affecting Quality of Life
CD: Assessment of Biochemical Data and Results of Medical Procedures
CD: Assessment of Gastrointestinal Symptoms
CD: Assessment of Other Disease States
Nutrition Intervention
CD: Inclusion of Gluten-Free Oats
Inclusion of Gluten-Free Oats as Tolerated
Consumption of Whole/Enriched Gluten-Free Grains and Products
Addition of Multivitamin and Mineral Supplements
CD: Calcium/Vitamin D for Reduced Bone Density
CD: Iron Supplementation for Iron Deficiency Anemia
CD: Gluten-free Dietary Pattern
CD: Provide Resources and Education on Label Reading
CD: Education on Food Cross-Contamination
CD: Coordination of Care
Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation
CD: Monitoring and Evaluation of Dietary Compliance
CD: Monitoring and Evaluation of Factors Affecting Quality of Life
CD: Monitoring and Evaluation of Gastrointestinal Symptoms