NUTRITION FOR NURSING PRACTICE
COURSE SYLLABUS
CRN 10614
6:30 – 9:15
August 25 – November 13, 2009
COURSE PREFIX #:
HUN 1014
COURSE TITLE:
NUTRITION FOR NURSING PRACTICE
This course focuses on principles of nutrition and the
nutritional requirements across the lifespan. Emphasis is
placed on nutrition in health promotion and clinical
practice. The significance of nutrition within the health care
movement toward wellness and primary prevention is
examined as well as specific medical nutrition therapy in
disease management. This is a required course for students
planning to enter the nursing program.
DATE OF SYLLABUS:
FALL 2009
LAST DAY TO WITHDRAW:
Oct. 19, 2009
INSTRUCTOR/
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Angela Huffman RD, LD/N
Office hours:
Thursday 5:45-6:30
And by appointment
Phone: 352-815-0284
Office Location – LH 1
Email – HuffmanA@lscc.edu
All students are required to use LakerMail for official college email
communications. See the college webpage for instructions on
activating LakerMail.
CLASS WEBSITE:
Go to LSCC website, click Current Students, and choose
Facility Websites, then choose my name under facility
member.
CREDIT:
Two (2) Semester Hours
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PREREQUISITES:
BSC 2093C
REQUIRED TEXT:
Whitney, E., Debruyne, L.K., Pinna, K., Rolfes, S.R.
(2007). Nutrition for Health and Health Care
3rd ed: Thomson.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. Discuss why and how nutrition is important to health related practice in all settings.
2. Establish a foundation for wellness through the study of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids,
vitamins, fluids, minerals, and energy metabolism.
3. Apply principles of nutrition throughout the life cycle and along the wellness-illness continuum.
4. Explore cultural, ethnic, and religious influences on food intake and nutritional status of
consumers.
5. Apply medical nutritional therapy to specific health conditions and disease states.
COURSE COMPETENCIES:
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Write a nutrition diagnosis statement based on a case study
2. Identify lifestyle factors that promote high levels of low density
lipoprotein
3. Define the standards that guide the maintenance of a healthy body
weight
4. Know the benefits of breast feeding for the infant and the mother
5. Discuss the importance of the nutrition care process in patient
assessment
6. Identify the causes, treatments and intervention for type 2 diabetes
in children and adults
7. Modify a regular diet to represent the needs of clinically diverse
patients knowledge of nutrition principles and the ability to apply
8. Write nutrition therapies for each stage of the life cycle for the
well and the diseased person
ATTENDANCE/WITHDRAWAL POLICIES:
Attendance will be taken every class. A student who misses greater than 70% of class as evidenced
by the class attendance sheet will be dropped per college policy. The last day to withdraw with a
grade of “W” is 10/19/09. It is the student’s responsibility to complete the appropriate
withdrawal form in student services. Failure to do so could result in an “F” for the course. Refer to
the Student handbook for more information on how to withdraw from a course.
NOTE: IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Persons with disabilities WHO REQUIRE ASSISTANCE OR SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS MUST see
the instructor AND notify the Office of Students with Disabilities (OSD) immediately. The OSD Office is
located in the Student Services Department on the Leesburg Campus. A representative can be reached by
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calling: (352) 365 - 3574 to set up an appointment. Additional information about Lake-Sumter Community
College’s OSD Services can be found at www.lscc.edu, click on the Disability Services on the quick links.
The OSD web page is: http://www.lscc.edu/admissions/osd.aspx .
PRIVACY POLICY (FERPA):
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a Federal
law that protects the privacy of a student’s education records. In order for your information to be released a
form must be signed and in your records located in the Admissions/Registrar’s Office.
METHOD OF EVALUATION
There is no makeup session for missing an assignment. Please note the dates for submitting
assignments.
ACTIVITY
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TOTAL POINTS
COMMENTS
ORIENTATION
EXAMS
5
250
50 pts each
IN-CLASS ACTIVITIES
2
60
30 pts each
WORKSHEETS
2
40
20 pts each
CASE STUDIES
10
150
15 pts each
RESEARCH
ASSIGNMENTS
4
400
100 pts each
MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY
(MNT)
1
80
80 pts each
2
20
1000
10 pts each
CHECK-IN
TOTAL POINTS
GRADING SCALE:
A = 94—100%
940—1000
B = 84—93%
840—939
C = 74—83%
740—839
D = 64—73%
640—739
F = 0—63%
0—639
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COURSE CONTENT
WEEK DATE
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Aug. 27
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Sept. 3
TOPIC/MODULE
Orientation
Ch 1 Overview of
Nutrition
Ch 2 Digestion and
Absorption
Ch 3 Carbohydrates
Ch 4 Protein
Ch 5 Lipids
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Sept.
10
Ch 6 Energy Balance
and Body Composition
Ch 7 Weight
Management:
Overweight and
Underweight
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Sept.
17
No Lecture
5
Sept.
24
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Oct. 1
Ch 8 The Vitamins
Ch 9 Water and
Minerals
Ch 10 Nutrition
through the life Span:
Pregnancy and Infancy
Ch 11 Nutrition
through the life Span:
Childhood and
Adolescence
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Oct. 8
8
Oct. 15
Case Studies
Case Study # 1
Practice
PROJECTS
TEST DATES
Worksheet
Case Study # 2
Due Sept. 10
Case Study # 3
Due Sept. 17
via email
Exam # 1
Chap 1-5
Case Study # 4
Due Sept. 24
Available on
course website
Case Study # 5
Due Oct. 1
Cholesterol
Research Paper
Due Sept. 17
Via Email
Case Study # 6
Due Oct. 8
Vitamin Paper
Due Oct. 1
Exam # 2
Chap 6-9
Infant Paper
Due Oct. 15
Exam #3
Chap 10-13
Ch 12 Nutrition
through the life Span:
Later Adulthood
Ch 13 Nutrition Care
and Assessment
In-Class
Activity
Ch 14 Nutrition
Intervention and DietDrug Interactions
Ch 15 Enteral and
Parenteral Nutrition
Support
Case Study # 8
Due Oct. 22
Check-In
Due Sept. 25
Case Study # 7
Due Oct. 15
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Oct. 22
Ch 16 Nutrition in
Metabolic and
Respiratory Stress
Ch 17 Nutrition and
upper GI disorders
Ch 18 Nutrition and
lower GI disorders
Ch 19 Nutrition and
liver Diseases
20 Nutrition and
Diabetes
Worksheet
Case Study #
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Due Nov. 5
Diabetes Paper
Due Oct. 29
21 Nutrition and
Disorders of the Heart
and Blood Vessels
22 Nutrition for Renal
Diseases
23 Nutrition, Cancer
and HIV Infections
In-Class
Activity
MNT Paper
Due Oct. 22
10
Oct. 29
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Nov. 5
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Nov.12 Final Exam
Check-in
Due Oct. 23
Case Study # 9
Due Oct. 29
Exam #4
Chap14-17
Exam #5
Chap 18-23
Final Day of Class
Last day for Course
evaluation
EXAMS
There are 5 exams worth 50 points each in multiple choice, true or false, or matching formats. There is
no makeup for missed tests/quizzes/exams, etc. Exams cover 4-6 chapters each. All exams will be
taken in the classroom prior to lecture. The final exam will not be comprehensive.
PROJECTS
Written papers are to be prepared using Microsoft Office. Handwritten assignments, including homework
assignments are never acceptable. Case studies are the only exception to this rule. Deviation from this
will cause your work to receive a zero. All project explanations are available on the course website.
CASE STUDIES (20 points each)
There are ten (10) of these assignments, a case study will be provided at the end of class one
week in advance of the due date. Case study can be typed or handwritten. If the case studies are
handwritten they must be legible or a zero will be given. This assignment will be covered in
orientation. Additional clarification is available by email or by telephone.
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CHECK – IN (10 points each)
During the semester, you will have two opportunities - by email only - to tell me about your
progress. This gives both of us an opportunity to review your progress in installments and foster
your success in the class. This does not limit you to just these two times but it ensures that you
understand that I am interested in your success.
You must check in by email on the following dates:
September 25, 2009
October 23, 2009
Your email will state:
1. Your estimation of how you are doing
2. Do you feel this class is meeting your expectations? Why or why not?
3. Your need for additional assistance for continued success
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
CLASS POLICY
INSTRUCTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES: To be prepared for class, to manage the online
classroom so all students have the opportunity to learn; to respect the student’s right to disagree
with material presented in the textbook and during class time; to present the material in a clear
and concise manner; to be available for appointments with students at mutually convenient times.
You may expect the following things from me:
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I will treat you with courtesy and respect in our communications.
I will respond to your telephone calls and e-mails within a reasonable period.
I will distribute handout/grades within a reasonable period.
I will do my best to help you prepare for future allied healthcare career
I will be open to your suggestions
I will model health behaviors and problem-solving techniques regarding nutrition and
health
I will model high standards of academic honesty and integrity in our relationship
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES: It is essential that students submit all assignment on time.
Together all assignments represent the total sum of 1000 points. Missed assignments reduce the
opportunity for learning and usually have an adverse effect on the student's grade. Students are
responsible for all materials connected with this class.
Here is what I expect from you:
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You will treat me and your classmates with courtesy and respect in our communication
You will be prepared for class by reading the chapter and post assignments on the due dates
You will participate in the In-Class activities and group work
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You will contact me if you have questions or if you do not understand the assignment or
instructions for an assignment.
There will be no MP3/iPod or cell phone usage (including text messaging) during class
You will do your best to complete the assigned material and to submit work that you are
proud to put your name on
You will display high standards of academic honesty and integrity
CHEATING:
Please refer to the LSCC policy. Students are expected to uphold Lake Sumter Community College’s
standard of conduct relating to academic honesty. Students assume full responsibility for the content and
integrity of the academic work they submit. The guiding principle of academic integrity shall be that a
student's submitted work, exams, homework, quizzes, assignments and projects must be that of the
student's own work completed in the present class.
Academic dishonesty and plagiarism will not be tolerated and any student in violation will receive an "F"
grade for the course. Similarly, any student who allows someone to alter/manipulate or cheat from his/her
work will also receive an “F” grade for the course. If a student is unclear about whether a particular
situation may constitute a violation, the student should meet with the instructor prior to beginning the
assignment to discuss the situation.
Students shall be guilty of violating the honor code when and if they:
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Represent the work of others as their own, including homework assignments
Hand in a copy of someone else’ work
Misrepresent the content of submitted work
Modify or/use a document prepared for another class & present such document in this class for
grading
Modify a document for the purpose of obtaining additional credit
Use or obtain unauthorized assistance in any academic work
Use another student’s documents or passwords with or without permission.
Submit plagiarized work
STUDENT DOCUMENTS
All written assignments must be completed using Microsoft Office. If I cannot open a student’s work, for any
reason, a zero will be given for the assignment. Again, no completely handwritten assignments will be
accepted, unless otherwise stated in this syllabus.
E-MAIL & LATE ASSIGNMENTS
Emails are answered from Monday to Friday and occasionally on the weekend. Do not plan to have a
response to your email on the weekends, please anticipate problems and address them with me during the
week. Late assignments are unacceptable; therefore, all assignments are due on the specified dates.
SYLLABUS DISCLAIMER
Information contained in this syllabus is, to the best knowledge of this instructor, considered correct and
complete when distributed to the student. The instructor reserves the right, acting within policies and
procedures of Lake-Sumter Community College, to make necessary changes in course content or
instructional techniques without prior notice or obligation to the student.
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