NUT 4800 - Medical Nutrition Therapy

Credits: 4

Prerequisite(s): NUT 3150

Description: This course examines principles and application of Medical Nutrition Therapy as related to specific disease states. The course integrates knowledge of pathophysiology of selected diseases with nutrition intervention of various disease states. Students are introduced to the skills required to plan and implement modified diets for select medical conditions. The course encompasses understanding, assessing, application, and teaching of dietary modifications while considering the physiological, psychological, social, and cultural aspects of the individual.

Note: Students cannot earn credit for NUT 4700/4750 and NUT 4800