Medical Nutrition Therapy II

Catalog description

This course builds on the foundations of nutrition assessment ( ND 560 ) and MNT I (ND570) to apply the students’ knowledge of medical nutrition therapy (MNT) principles of disease pathophysiology, chronic disease management, and evidence-based practice. The students will further explore complex disease states, special populations, clinical judgment, and presentation of case studies. Topics will include: Eating disorders, Nutrition Support, Critical Care Nutrition, Pediatrics, Metabolic Disorders, Burns/Trauma, Palliative Care, Ethics and Quality of Life.