Faculty of Health Sciences · Nutrition and Dietetics · Undergraduate
Course Objective
The purpose of this course is to enable students to learn, through hands-on practice in a hospital setting, the application of medical nutrition therapy in clinical diseases seen in adult individuals. During their professional training process, students actively participate in patient assessment, individualized nutrition therapy planning, patient follow-up, and counseling processes. In addition, under the guidance of a dietitian, the aim is to instill in students an awareness of patient file tracking, clinical record-keeping, working as part of a team, adherence to ethical principles, and professional responsibility. This professional training contributes to students' post-graduation transition into the clinical field as well-equipped professionals by reinforcing their knowledge, skills, and attitudes through real patient cases.
Course Content
This course involves students observing and practicing on-site the application of medical nutrition therapy for common diseases in adult individuals within a hospital setting. Under the supervision of the responsible clinical dietitian, students review patient files, evaluate anthropometric and biochemical data, participate in clinical decision-making processes, and develop individualized nutrition recommendations. Throughout the professional training period, students are expected to act in accordance with ethical principles, show care for patient confidentiality, and develop their interdisciplinary communication skills.
Required Resources
- Baysal, A. et al., Diyet El Kitabı, Renewed 3rd Edition, Hatiboğlu Publishing House, Ankara, 1999.
- Mahan, L.K., Escott-Stump, S., Krause's Food, Nutrition and Diet Therapy, 10th Edition, W. B. Saunders Company, USA, 2000.
- Whitney, E. N., Rolfes, S.R., Understanding Nutrition, 7th Edition, West Publishing Company, USA, 1996.
- Alphan, E. et al., Hastalıklarda Beslenme Tedavisi (Nutrition Therapy in Diseases), Hatiboğlu Publishing House, 2013.
Recommended Resources
1. Articles and books related to the field of Nutrition and Dietetics
Course Learning Outcomes
- Plans and implements individualized medical nutrition therapy appropriate to the medical diagnosis in adult patients.
- Interprets anthropometric, biochemical, and clinical findings by reviewing patient files.
- Determines disease-specific nutritional requirements and develops appropriate diet plans.
- Correctly completes patient follow-up and evaluation forms used in the nutrition therapy process.
- Acts in accordance with ethical principles in clinical practice and shows care for patient confidentiality.
- Evaluates nutritional status based on clinical observations and makes intervention recommendations.
- Establishes effective communication with patients and healthcare professionals, and participates in counseling processes.
- Records the observations gained during professional training in a structured manner in the professional training logbook.
- Works in interdisciplinary collaboration in the clinical setting, being aware of professional roles and responsibilities.
Core Area Distribution
Teaching Methods
Assessment & Evaluation
ECTS / Workload
| Activity | Quantity | Duration (h) | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Duration (Including Exam Week) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Out of Class Study Period | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Midterm | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assignment | 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Practice | 14 | 12 | 168 |
| Final | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Course Schedule
| Week | Subject | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 2 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 3 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 4 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 5 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 6 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 7 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 8 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 9 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 10 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 11 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 12 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 13 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 14 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 15 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |
| 16 | Professional Practice | Current literature and guidelines |