Care and Nutrition for a Healthy Woman (MDAK_028)
About Study Course
Learning outcomes
1.As a result of completing the study course students gain basic knowledge that allows them to:
• characterise the anatomy and physiology of female reproductive organ system in various periods of life;
• characterise the importance of the main nutrients - proteins, carbohydrates and fat - to women in various periods of life;
• characterise the role of vitamins and minerals in the diet of women in various periods of life;
• describe the importance of nutrition during pregnancy and lactation;
• explain the role of nutrition in disease prevention and treatment.
1.Upon successful completion of the course the students will know how to:
• provide recommendations on the importance of nutrition to women in various periods of life;
• provide recommendations on the importance of nutrition during pregnancy and lactation period;
• educate women, her family members and society on issues regarding promotion and preservation of reproductive health.
1.As a result of completing the study course, the student is able:
• to assess the importance of nutrition for women at different stages of life;
• to assess the importance of a healthy diet in promoting, preserving and sustaining health;
• to assess the importance of nutrition during pregnancy and lactation;
• to create a rational diet for women at different stages of life;
• to evaluate the products used in the diet.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwifery | 4 | Bachelor | Required | Liene Sondore |
