Gastrointestinal Nutrition

Level 1, 2 & 3 CPE

CPE Type: 740 Online/Web-based

Upon completion of this course, a person will be able to:

1. Identify the threshold of percent ideal body weight and percent usual body weight that define severe malnutrition.

2. Name the most accurate predictive equation for estimating energy needs for nonobese and obese individuals—and be able to calculate the value for a 130# 5’3” person.

3. Identify two nutrients often deficient in people with active inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

4. Define inulins and fructans in the diet and give one health significance of each.

5. Describe two tests used to diagnose celiac disease, plus list two symptoms and nutrient deficiencies associated with celiac disease.

6. Identify the approximate amount of weight loss needed to improve steatosis in chronic liver disease.

7. Describe the functions of vitamin E and zinc in healthy liver function.

8. Identify and give two examples of the most common comorbid psychiatric conditions seen in patients with eating disorders.

9. Describe refeeding syndrome and identify the type of diet used to minimize risks.

10. Identify the prominent gut bacteria the exists when a person eats a healthy diet versus a diet with simple sugars, trans fats, and minimal nutrition quality.

11. Give three examples of dietary fiber and functional fiber, plus the major functions of each.

12. Discuss when there is a prevalence of the following: bifidobacteria, Bacteroidetes, and lactobacillus.

13. Describe the recommended nutrition therapy for a malnourished patient undergoing elective GI surgery.

14. Discuss five nutritional considerations surrounding bariatric and metabolic surgery for weight loss.

15. Identify the maximum rate for continuous enteral nutrition; list four indications for use, and three contraindications.

16. Describe the function of two serum biomarkers used to monitor parenteral nutrition for pediatric patients.

17. Discuss one major health function for the following: glutamine, silymarin, and peppermint oil.