FSHD 2045 - Physical Activity, Nutrition, & Health in Aging

Institution:

Utah Tech University

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Description:

At the completion of this course the student will understand the intersection between nutrition, physical activity and health in an aged population. Theories of aging, physiological processes, nutritional needs, chronic health conditions and components of physical activity will be explored. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1.Explain the physiological aging process and theories on aging. 2. Identify signs and symptoms of selected chronic health conditions/diseases and the impact of these conditions on physical activity and nutrition in older adults. 3. Learn and demonstrate skills specific to encouraging physical activity in later life. 4. Explain the complex nutritional needs associated with the aging process. 5. Summarize the intersection between nutrition, physical activity and health in the aging population. FA

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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