Explores the management of nutrition-related illnesses using a case-based approach. Students will be guided to gather and interpret nutritional data, and develop nutrition care plans founded on evidence-based nutrition principles.
HUNT 442 is designed to cover the real world practice as it relates to the treatment of nutrition related diseases such as diabetes, weight management, heart disease, gastrointestinal and dementia. The intent of the paper is to develop evidence-based practitioners.
| Paper title | Applied Nutrition & Disease Management |
|---|---|
| Paper code | HUNT442 |
| Subject | Human Nutrition |
| EFTS | 0.1667 |
| Points | 20 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 1
(Distance learning)
Semester 1 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) | $1,748.85 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
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- Paper Structure
Over a 10-week period, students complete weekly case-based studies where they are guided to gather and interpret relevant nutritional data, set patient-centred goals and develop a nutrition care plan founded on evidence-based nutrition and disease management principles.
- Teaching Arrangements
The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught remotely.
There are case-based practicums, lecture and nutrition counselling sessions.
- Textbooks
Nutrition Therapy and Pathophysiology. 4th ed. Nelms & Sucher. Cengage 2020
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Scholarship, Global Perspectives, Research, Critical Thinking, Cultural Understanding, Communication, Interdisciplinary Perspective, Teamwork, Self-motivation and Lifelong Learning
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.- Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the paper will be able to:
- Explain the aetiology, pathophysiology, medical management and relevant pharmacological elements of the major nutrition-related diseases across the lifecycle
- Critically apply evidence relevant to the prevention and management of nutrition-related chronic disease for diverse individuals and groups
- Apply food and nutrition assessment expertise and judgement to assess nutritional intakes and status of diverse individuals and groups taking into account cultural and socioeconomic factors
- Demonstrate effective oral and written communication, team leadership and collaborative skills to successfully work to a common goal with others. This includes communicating clearly, actively listening to others, taking responsibility for mistakes, and respecting the diversity of your colleagues
- Evaluate self-performance and recognize and address limitations of professional knowledge, skills and abilities (including cultural competence)
- Apply Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, Tikanga and Māori models of health such as Te Whare Tapa Wha to applied practice
