MED 274 - Diet Therapy/Nutrition

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course introduces the basic principles of nutrition as they relate to health and disease. Topics include basic nutrients, physiology, dietary deficiencies, weight management, and therapeutic nutrition in wellness and disease. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret clinical and dietary data and provide patient counseling and education.

Contact Hours: 3
Class Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
Prerequisite(s): MED 240, MED 270, MED 272
Corequisite(s): MED 260