FCS 4600 - Medical Nutrition Therapy I

A focus on the development of individual nutrition care plans using the techniques of the Nutrition Care Process: assessment, nutrition diagnosis, intervention, and evaluation and monitoring. Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) will be discussed for selected disorders including those of the gastrointestinal tract, liver, and biliary system. Drug-nutrient interactions and associated medical terminology are also discussed. Case studies allowing integration of MNT principles are a prominent feature of the course.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Senior standing in nutrition and dietetics; FCS 3600, FCS 3650, BIOS 2400 and CHEM 3550 with a grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites. Corequisite: FCS 4630.

Credits: 4 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Nutrition and Dietetics.