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Nutrition and Musculoskeletal System (SUUK_238)
About Study Course
Department: Department of Sports and Nutrition
Credit points / ECTS:2 / 3
Course supervisor:Gundega Rudzīte-Aņiščenko
Study type:Full time
Target audience:Rehabilitation; Sports Trainer; Midwifery; Dentistry; Public Health; Medical Services
Language:Latvian
Branch of science:Clinical Medicine; Nutrition Science
Objective
To understand and evaluate the important meaning of musculoskeletal system disease prevention and treatment. To learn about the nutritional therapy impact on the musculoskeletal system.
Prerequisites
Anatomy and Physiology
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
Understand the importance of nutrition in musculoskeletal system disease prevention and treatment. Uses the knowledge for patients and their relatives education about the principles of appropriate nutrition.
Skills
Uses the acquired knowledge in practical work, carries out patient and their relatives education. Understands the differences of nutrient deficit and the opportunities for prevention.
Competence
Assess patient’s nutrition anamnesis and evaluate the existing nutrition problems within the musculoskeletal system disease prevention and treatment.
Study course planning
Planning period:Year 2024, Spring semester
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elective courses, C-kursi | 2 | Free choice | Jekaterina Neteča |
Planning period:Year 2024, Autumn semester
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elective courses, C-kursi | 1 | Free choice |
