BND3072

Clinical dietetics II: Lifespan related diseases ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Ms Evelyn Volders (Nutrition and Dietetics)

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis: This unit develops the skills attained in BND3041 in terms of nutritional requirements across the lifespan and examines the aetiology and management of common nutrition related diseases in different age groups. The nutrition components and the place of nutrition in the medical management of these conditions in the context of the requirements for macro and micro nutrients from infancy to old age will be examined. Example of topics to be studied include failure to thrive, osteoporosis, gestational diabetes, simple disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and alternative nutrition and fad diets.

Objectives: At completion of the unit students will be able to: 1. relate the nutritional management of the following age related diseases to the medical aspects of these conditions: - aged care, including Osteoporosis, Polypharmacy, Dementia and Disability - common childhood diseases such as Iron deficiency anaemia and constipation - common illnesses seen during infancy such as prematurity, failure to thrive, colic and gastro-oesophageal reflux - specific issues related to pregnancy such as gestational diabetes, foetal alcohol syndrome and severe hyperemesis - adolescence, including eating disorders - alcohol abuse in adults - diverticular disease in adults and older persons; and 2. demonstrate skills in planning and prioritising nutritional management and monitoring of the conditions listed.

Assessment: Examination: 40% + Tutorial participation and case studies: 30% + Presentation: 30%

Prerequisites: Completion of BND3021 and BND3041 in Year 3, semester 1 Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics.