DTCH 242 - Medical Nutrition Therapy I

Institution:

University of Southern California

Subject:

Description:

Basic biochemical and physiological conditions that necessitate dietary modifications in the clinical management of the patient, including: cardiovascular disease and hypertension; diabetes; cancer; HIV/AIDS; and other disorders. Continues practice in interviewing and counseling the patient, nutrition assessment and documentation, and use of computer-assisted nutritional analysis. Ongoing study of medical terminology. Advanced topics: lipids, antioxidants, and phytochemicals. Per week: lecture 3 hours, practicum 6 hours.

Credits:

5.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.usc.edu/

Phone Number:

(213) 740-2311

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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