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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Essentials Of Clinical Nutrition
Reference HS3153 Version 1
Created March 2023 SCQF Level SCQF 9
Approved June 2023 SCQF Points 30
Amended ECTS Points 15

Aims of Module
To provide students with an understanding of disease processes and knowledge of the clinical, pharmacological, and dietetic management of selected diseases, including how to monitor and evaluate the efficacy of nutritional interventions.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Discuss the aetiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and clinical investigation of selected diseases.
2 Analyse relevant biochemical and clinical data relevant to the management of selected diseases.
3 Critically evaluate evidence-based dietary treatments for selected diseases including methods of monitoring and assessing their efficacy.
4 Explain the mechanisms of action of drugs used in the management of selected diseases and critically evaluate the prescription of nutritional supplements and products.

Indicative Module Content
Introduction to systems disease; overview of pathology, monitoring, and diagnostic strategies. Aetiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of selected genetic, and systems diseases (including, but not limited to gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, neurological, endocrine and immune, and cancer). Clinical investigations and tests used to evaluate disease progression and treatment efficacy. Key biochemical measurements relevant to nutrition-related disease and interpretation of these in the context of disease management. The rationale for modification of diet, care planning. Evidence-based dietary management of various diseases including mental health, cardiovascular diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, cancers, neurological disorders, learning disabilities, renal and liver disease, blood-borne infections, adverse reactions to food, and metabolic conditions. Food fortification/ modification and sustainable application of dietetic products. Artificial nutrition. Nutrient exchange systems. Common challenges and barriers to dietary adherence. Monitoring and evaluation of dietetic practice. Ethical aspects and managing risk. Clinical pharmacology, drug-nutrient interactions, nutrition borderline substances. Legal aspects of medicines management.

Module Delivery
Blended delivery comprising on campus and online learning and engagement. This will include workshops, tutorials, seminars, digital learning resources and food handling laboratory session.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 60 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 240 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 300 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4
Description: Case study based written coursework.
Component 2
Type: Coursework Weighting: 0% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4
Description: A minimum of 80% mandatory attendance of all scheduled module delivery. Attendance will be assessed on a pass/unsuccessful basis.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
C1 is assessed on an A-F basis and is 100% of the grade. To achieve a pass a grade D or above is required and a pass in C2 (80% Module attendance)
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A C1 grade A and C2 Pass
B C1 grade B and C2 Pass
C C1 grade C and C2 Pass
D C1 grade D and C2 Pass
E C1 grade E and C2 Pass
F C1 grade F and/or C2 Fail
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module Successful completion of Stage 1 or equivalent.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 GANDY, J. 2019 Manual of Dietetic Practice, 6th ed. Chichester: Wiley Blackwell.
2 LOMER, M., ed., 2014. Advanced Nutrition and Dietetics in Gastroenterology. Chichester: Wiley-Blackwell.
3 HICKSON, M. and SMTIH, S., 2018. Advanced nutrition and dietetics in nutrition support. Chichester: West Sussex: Wiley Blackwell
4 SHAW, V., ed., 2020. Clinical Paediatric Dietetics. 5th ed. Oxford: Blackwell.
5 The bibliography will be updated annually to ensure the articles used are current to dietetic practice and reflect key issues.

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