NUT 4750 - Medical Nutrition Therapy II

3(3 + 0)

Prerequisite: NUT 4700

This course integrates knowledge of pathophysiology of selected diseases with nutrition intervention and prevention of various disease states. Students are introduced to the skills required to plan and implement modified diets for selected medical conditions. The course incorporates understanding, assessing, application and teaching of dietary modifications while considering the physiological, psychological, social and cultural aspects of the individual.