NR 236 - Nutrition and the Older Adult

Institution:

Butler Community College

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Description:

1 hour credit. Prerequisites: NR 105 with a C or better, or RN/LPN, or instructor approval. This course will enable the student to understand the nutritional requirements for the older adult. Normal physiological changes during the aging process and common health problems will be discussed in relation to the nutritional needs of the older adult. The student will explore lifestyle, economic, environmental, social factors influencing nutritional needs. Butler Community College is approved as a provider of continuing education by the Kansas State Board of Nursing. This course may be taken for continuing education credit in lieu of college credit hours.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.butlercc.edu/

Phone Number:

(316) 321-2222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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