Title: Module 2 Unit 2 Life Cycle Nutrition
Course: PRN 0070 Basic Nutrition > Section: Module 2 Nutrition through the Lifespan

Unit 2 Objectives
Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to:
1. Identify nutritional needs of the child (ages 1 to 12) and the adolescent.
2. Suggest ideas for developing sound dietary habits in children.
3. Identify nutritional needs of the young, middle and late adulthood.
4. Identify factors that may lead to poor nutrition in the elderly.
5. Discuss ways nutrients and drugs may interact.

To be successful in this unit, please complete the following:
1. Assigned readings
2. Participate in the discussion forum

Required Reading

Christensen & Kockrow, Foundations of Nursing

Pages 623-629

Roth, Nutrition and Diet Therapy

Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15

Recommended Reading

Nelson, M. (2009).  Childhood Obesity.  Advance for Nurses. 10 (14). Pp 10-13.