NURS 311 - Human Nutrition

(3 credits)

This course provides basic information regarding human nutrition and its relationship to wellness and disease. Emphasis is placed on nutritional needs of individuals throughout life. Attention is directed to nutrition in nursing clinical practice, nutritional needs in the presence of chronic conditions, and concepts related to enteral and parenteral nutrition. The increasing problems of obesity and healthcare implications are addressed. Open to other health majors who meet the prerequisites. Prerequisite(s): Junior status and admission to the professional phase of the nursing program. Fall.