NUTR 1203 Applications in Human Nutrition
A study of advanced nutrition applications including malnutrition, metabolic stress, renal disorders, and nutrition focused physical exam. Emphasis is on preparation to perform basic Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) in a healthcare facility and education in an inpatient or outpatient environment. Students are introduced to administrative forms and documents related to clinical operations within a Nutritional Medicine Department. This course provides practical application of therapeutic diet preparation and operation of patient meal service. Supervised application of desirable work habits and skills needed in institutional food service: sanitation, safety, food preparation, modified diets, quality service, patient tray line, menus, purchasing, and inventory control.