Medical Nutrition Therapy II

Catalog description

A continuation of the study of nutrition assessment, diet modifications, nutrition care plans and documentation. The rationale for nutrition intervention and related medical conditions is presented. Nutrition interventions targeted toward various population groups throughout the human life cycle are identified. Food and nutrition requirements for specific age groups and cultural preferences for foods are examined. The student will identify and utilize appropriate nutritional assessment tools and techniques and develop care plans and chart notes for specific medical and/or life cycle related conditions using the Nutrition Care Process and model. The student will plan, prepare and evaluate menus and nutritional supplements related to these diet modifications. This course requires that students achieve a minimum grade of C for completion of the program.