PKU DIET

PKU DIET – The purpose of this diet is control the intake of Phenylalanine. Phenylalanine is found in nutri-sweet products like diet soda. It is one example of NCLEX question. Food that needs to be avoided: bread, meat, poultry products, legumes, cheese nuts, and eggs.All babies born should have PKU test. It is mandated that all babies should have Newborn Screening and that includes PKU. Babies should not leave in the hospital with out the result usually 24-48 hours after.

If the baby is positive for PKU he/she should on PKU diet until 6 years old otherwise if not having that diet it could cause mental retardation. They can be given with Lofenalac drugs it will help. We should teach the family to use low protein flour and avoid all nutri-sweet products.