NUFS 374 - Geriatric Nutrition Lecture

Institution:

University of the District of Columbia

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Description:

This course is an overview of the physiological, psychological, and socioeconomic aspects of aging and their impact on nutritional health. This course includes in-depth discussions of nutritional assessment, nutrition programs, and chronic medical disorders associated with the older adult. Students will be required to present specific topics to their peers in an interactive manner throughout the semester. Geriatric Nutrition generally precedes Therapeutic Nutrition I and II and serves as an introduction to the diseases and conditions that are covered in more depth and over additional life cycles in subsequent courses. Pre-requisite: FDSC 106, PI, and CC. Co-requisite: NUFS 375.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.udc.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 274-5012

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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