NTR 430 - Pediatric Nutrition Therapy

Institution:

Life University

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Description:

(Prerequisite: NTR 411& NTR 413) Lecture: Application of the nutritional process, screening procedure, assessment, evaluation of nutritional status and special nutritional needs of the pediatric population are discussed. The pathophysiology (anatomy, physiology, and metabolic) of disease, and the relationship between diet, disease, health attainment, and maintenance in pediatric population is discussed. Use of enteral and parenteral nutrition in pediatric care is discussed. Emphasis is placed on nutrition intervention for a multitude of problems such as: Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD) and Genetic/Inborn Error Metabolism diseases.

Credits:

2.00 - 3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.life.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 543-3202

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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