NUTR 647 Geriatric Nutrition

It is nutrition’s important role throughout the life-cycle that makes this class an essential component for the Master of Nutrition Science program. While a student may enter the class with an awareness of the general importance of nutrition in aging, it is through the material covered in this class that he/she will learn about macro and micronutrients, nutrition assessment, chronic disease in aging, and elderly nutrition programs. The student will reflect on how to view these topics through the lens of God’s Word.

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After reading the Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.

The student will complete four Discussions. Each discussion will consist of a thread and at least two replies. The instructor is looking for substantial, thoughtful, and critical discussions.

The student will assume the role of a nutrition care provider to assess and evaluate three case studies related to various chronic diseases. After doing the assigned reading, the student will fully answer all case study questions provided and submit his/her responses. All assignments must be completed in question-and-answer format and incorporate citations and references in AMA format.

The student will research elderly nutrition programs in his/her community (federal, state, country, and private). Present a summary of 5 of the programs in the community. Compare and contrast these programs. Be sure to include pertinent information like name, website, location, services, population, eligibility and enrollment, and sources of program funding. Finally, provide a critical analysis of the nutrition aspect of the program.