Introduction in Basics of Nutrition (SUUK_300)
About Study Course
Objective
The aim of the course is to develop an understanding of the profession of a nutritionist (professional standard, the essence of a nutritionist's consultation, professional qualification improvement), medical ethics and its principles, to develop the ability to search for evidence-based information, as well as to acquire certain knowledge necessary for the profession of a nutritionist (about malnutrition and its assessment) and practical skills (to use the bioimpedance method, skin fold caliper, to use malnutrition screening).
Prerequisites
Not necessary.
Learning outcomes
1.Understands the role of the nutritionist in the health care team, the legal and ethical foundations of the profession, and understands the course of the consultation, protocol, indications and contraindications.
1.Able to independently search for evidence-based information in specialized databases (Pubmed, PENnutrition, ESPEN, etc.) and critically evaluate it.
1.Ability to identify, analyse and resolve moral conflicts and ethical dilemmas in clinical work and research.
