Course Code: REL-RT-0-DB584B
Hours: 1.25
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 3/31/2021
Learning Objectives:
State the macronutrient recommendations for persons with or at risk for diabetes.
State the physical recommendations for persons with or at risk for diabetes.
State the glycemic goals for persons with diabetes.
Outline:
1. Individualized nutrition therapy for persons with or at risk for diabetes a. Macronutrient intake 1. Fat 2. Carbohydrate 3. Protein b. Weight management if overweight c. Medical Nutrition Therapy 1. Amount and frequency 2. Coverage 2. Regular physical activity for persons with or at risk for diabetes a. Recommendations b. Types of activity c. Goal setting d. Precautions 3. Glycemic control. a. Benefits b. Risks c. Goals 1. stringent goals 2. less stringent goals d. Methods to assess
Instructor: Paula Ackerman, MS, RD, CDE
Ms. Ackerman earned a Bachelor of Science in dietetics with a minor in science and food service administration from Central Michigan University. She completed a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition at Rush University in 1993. She has 25 years of experience as a clinical dietitian and diabetes educator working in a variety of setting including large in-patient, teaching hospitals; community hospitals; county health departments and outreach networks. She currently serves as the coordinator of a disease management program and medical nutrition services for a community hospital and is also an experienced lecturer, presenting educational programs in a variety of settings. Her professional associations include the American Association of Diabetes Educators, and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Disclosure: Paula Ackerman, MS, RD, CDE has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Level I level Dietitians; Nurses; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility, Assisted Living, Home Health, Hospice, Long-term Care, Residential Care.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.