CLINICAL NUTRITION II

NUTRSCI 650

Advanced study of the metabolic demands of critical illness and how these alterations influence the nutritional needs of critical care patients in various disease states. Using an evidence-based medical approach, students will assess nutrient requirements and determine best methods of nutrient delivery in various disease states. Anthropometric measures and hematological indices will be incorporated to assess nutritional status and monitor response to nutritional therapies.

NUTRSCI 642

Clinical problem solving, assessing medical record data, evaluating food intake, planning modified diets, and reviewing medical and research literature related to certain disease states/conditions. Develops critical thinking, teamwork and communication skills needed by the dietetic intern and dietitian.

NUTRSCI 653

Research use and development as it applies to clinical nutrition practice: effective use of the literature in evidence based practice and research development, problem development, methodology, analysis and reporting of results and conclusions.

NUTRSCI 631

Introduction to the nutrition care process, including pathology, medical nutrition therapy, and nutrition support in relation to alterations in nutrition and metabolism that accompany disease states. Research related to therapeutic nutrition.

NUTRSCI 881

Varied topics in clinical and human nutrition.