Nutrition Science
NTS 417 - Advanced Medical Nutrition
Description: This course applies the nutrition care process (nutrition assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitor/evaluation) to various disease states and nutrition-related conditions. Students investigate the physiological and biochemical changes imposed on the body by certain diseases and conditions and the prescribed dietary modifications. Students gain familiarity with medical terminology and laboratory parameters relevant to nutrition-related conditions. Skills obtained in this course are applied in clinical settings by Nutrition and Dietetic Technicians, Registered and Registered Dietitian Nutritionists. Letter grade only.
Units:
3
No sections currently offered.
Requirement Designation:
Prerequisite: NTS 407