NUTR 5305 Advanced Methods of Nutrition Assessment

This course focuses on interpreting the nutrition care process to accurately assess, diagnosis, intervene, monitor, and evaluate high-risk patients. Advanced methods of nutrition assessment are explored, focusing on specialized populations and disease states, nutrition focused physical exams, malnutrition documentation, enteral and parenteral nutrition support, and caring for the critically ill patient. Topics are designed to prepare students to begin supervised experiential learning activities in professional work settings. Students will also complete a service-learning project with an established community partner.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Admission to the MSNS program

Corequisite

NUTR 5305L