PHPS40900

Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of this module students should be able to:
i. describe the pathophysiology in a range of conditions pertinent to dietetic practice
ii. identify and appreciate the role of commonly prescribed drugs for the management of medical conditions for which nutrition/dietetic interventions are required
iii. understand drug-nutrient interactions for commonly prescribed medications
iv. demonstrate medical knowledge and understanding relevant to conditions commonly managed in dietetics practice
v. demonstrate an ability to integrate medical knowledge with dietetic practice and interventions

Indicative Module Content:

Student Effort Hours:

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.

Module Requisites and Incompatibles

Assessment Strategy

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Clinical Case Commentary Assignment: The module co-ordinator marks students' assigned clinical case commentary, providing a grade and written, individual feedback. Class Presentation in Pairs: The module co-ordinator assesses the quality of presentations including the content, relevance, accuracy, use of peer-reviewed literature, visual, verbal and non-verbal communication tools, and presentation effectiveness. Written feedback on components of the presentation are provided to student pairs. Examination: Feedback is available, and on request students may obtain feedback on their examination.