| Module code | MNX 310 |
| Qualification | Undergraduate |
| Faculty | Faculty of Health Sciences |
| Module content | Introduction to the origin of diseases as a consequence of programmed changes that occur during impaired intrauterine growth and development. Aetiology and clinical manifestations of under-nutrition/PEM; principles and practices of medical nutrition therapy in under-nutrition/PEM; impact and influence of worm infestation. Congenital heart disease and special problems related to children with congenital heart disease. Relationship between malnutrition and Aids; role of nutrition in immunity within the context of HIV/Aids; clinical signs, symptoms and problems associated with Aids and guidelines for the alleviation of these symptoms; nutritional related problems of medication used by Aids patients. Appropriate practical assignments and case studies. |
| Module credits | 9.00 |
| Programmes | |
| Prerequisites | 3rd-year status |
| Contact time | 1 discussion class per week, 2 lectures per week |
| Language of tuition | Module is presented in English |
| Academic organisation | Human Nutrition |
| Period of presentation | Semester 1 |
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