NUTRITION FOR NURSING PRACTICE

Undergraduate

This course is an introduction to the science of nutrition specifically designed for nursing students. Topics discussed include: the nutrients, role of these nutrients in chronic disease prevention, diet therapy for specific disease conditions, nutritional needs across the lifespan and the selection of a healthy diet. PREREQUISITE: Biology 1210 COREQUISITE: Biology 1220 Three lecture hours NOTE: Credit will NOT be allowed for FN 1020 if a student has already received credit for FN 1010.