NUTR08007 2019 Clinical Nutrition 2
This module expands on the principles and application of dietary modification to prevent specific diseases. The role of nutrition in the treatment of nutrition related diseases is explored with nutritional support for patients with chronic and acute illnesses.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Discuss in detail clinical aspects i.e. terminology, aetiology, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment of complex nutrition related diseases
Expand understanding of both the nutrient and non-nutrient components of food and drinks that affect diet and health
Understand the indications and contraindications for the various forms of nutrition support
Plan, implement, monitor and evaluate dietary modifications for specific patients
Recognise the significance of ethics in clinical practice
Demonstrate the ability to critically review scientific literature to support optimal dietary management of disease
Teaching and Learning Strategies
Teaching and learning of the syllabus for this module will be carried out through a combinations of lectures, computer based dietary analysis software and practicals.
Module Assessment Strategies
Assessment of the learning outcomes of this module will be through a combination of continuous assessment and a final examination at the end of the semester.
Repeat Assessments
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Module Dependencies
Indicative Syllabus
This module will expand on the dietary principals and practice of nutrition in disease introduced in clinical nutrition 1. This module will focus on complex conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease and chronic kidney disease. It will look at nutrition support from oral nutrition supplements to enteral nutrition to total parenteral nutrition. Pharmacology as it pertains to nutrition, i.e. drug-nutrient interactions will be discussed.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Project: Major Case Study and Critical Review | Coursework Assessment | Assessment | 35 % | Any | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
2 | Short Class Test | Coursework Assessment | Closed Book Exam | 15 % | Any | |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 50 % | End of Semester | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
Full Time Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Lecture | Lecture Theatre | Lecture | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Supervision | Not Specified | Practical | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Independent Learning | Not Specified | Independent Learning | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Required & Recommended Book List
2014-06-13 Manual of Dietetic Practice Wiley-Blackwell
ISBN 0470656220 ISBN-13 9780470656228
Module Resources
- Elia M, Ljungqvist O, Stratton R, Lanham-New S (2013) Clinical Nutrition. 2 nd Ed. Wiley-Blackwell Publishing.
- Gandy J (2014) Manual of Dietetic Practice. 5 th Ed. Wiley-Blackwell Publishing.
- Food Standards Agency (2002) Food Portion Sizes (MAFF handbook). The Stationary Office.
- McCance, RA and Widdowson, EM (2002) McCance and Widowson's Composition of Foods. 7th Summary Edition. Royal Society of Chemistry
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
European Journal of Clinical Nutrition
You will be referred to other relevant sources of information by your lecturer