Title: Module 3 Introduction
Course: PRN 0070 Basic Nutrition > Section: Module 3 Nutritional Care During Illness

Module Overview
This module will discuss the various illnesses that affect the nutritional status, metabolism, and well-being of an individual.  Some of the various disease processes that require a different type of dietary plan include:  diabetes, cardiac problems, kidney failure, gastrointestinal issues and cancer.  Additional information will describe the adjustments that clients need to make for these health problems.  Examples of necessary adjustments are reducing sugar, sodium, fats, or protein.
Unit activities within this module include:  Assigned Textbook Readings, Written Assignments, Discussion Forum Topics and Module Exam.
Module Objectives
Upon completion of this module, students will be able to:
1. Discuss the responsibilities of the nurse in monitoring the client on nutritional support.
2. Plan menus for patients requiring dietary modifications in health and illness.
3. Describe how illness and surgery can affect the nutrition of clients.
4. Explain the uses of diet therapy in various disease processes that require a different type of dietary plan.
5. Explain to the client's family the importance of adapting family meals to suit the client's nutritional requirements.