Nutrition for Nurses is structured to support the flexible integration of nutrition content across both system-based and nursing competency-based curricula. It can be used whether nutrition is taught as a standalone course or part of another nursing course. The table of contents for Nutrition for Nurses presents content in 20 chapters, organized into 9 thematic units. The text emphasizes evidence-based practice and holistic assessment to facilitate the integration of nutritional awareness for pre-licensure nursing students in the provision of client-centered care. Nutrition for Nurses helps students develop sound clinical judgment as well as a deep understanding of the impact of nutrition on body systems across the lifespan. Written and reviewed by highly experienced faculty, Nutrition for Nurses includes a detailed narrative, extensive features and learning resources, and ample student support. The presentation utilizes concepts promoting the development of clinical judgment by building upon the systematic model developed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
Type of Material:
Open (Access) Textbook
Recommended Uses:
Nutrition for Nurses is structured to support the flexible integration of nutrition content across system-based and nursing competency-based curricula.
Whether nutrition is taught as a standalone course or part of another nursing course, it can be used.
Technical Requirements:
Access to internet via stable browser
Identify Major Learning Goals:
The goal of Nutrition for Nurses is to provide an overview of nutrition organized by organ and body systems, including:
Neurological
Endocrine
Hematological
Cardiovascular
Pulmonary
Renal
Gastrointestinal
Musculoskeletal and integumentary
Each of these units includes two chapters; the first chapter helps students apply clinical judgment to promote health and wellness in the identified body system, and the second chapter covers lifespan considerations and body system illness.
Target Student Population:
College Upper Division
Graduate School
Professional
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Introductory nutrition course (undergraduate or graduate) would be helpful.
Fundamental course in nursing would be helpful.
Content Quality
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Strengths:
This textbook presents current and reputable content. The authors cite scientific research and link to many valuable resources.
The content has extensive breadth and aligns well with the objectives and learning outcomes for each section. The quality of the content is complete, and additional resources are offered at the end of each section.
The textbook has a person-centered focus noted throughout.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
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Strengths:
Nutrition in Nursing can be integrated into nursing coursework by disease, body system, or on its own. Scientifically, it is an excellent and comprehensive resource, and it is also framed in interprofessional practice, patient-centered care, and the social determinants of health.
Each chapter within the sections has well-identified learning outcomes. The potential for learning is addressed through embedded case studies and review questions at the end of the section. An answer key is at the end of the textbook for self-grading. There are resources throughout the book that lend to a variety of teaching and learning methods.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
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Strengths:
The textbook is well outlined and easy to navigate.
Links to resources embedded in chapters are functional.
The index at the back of the book provides a link to the exact location of the textbook content.
Text is selectable and highlightable.
Screen reader headings are set up.
Images include alt text.
Tables are screen reader friendly. No split cells used.
Links use ordinary language.
Videos have closed captioning.
Links in working order.
Concerns:
Table1.5USDA Resources for Food Assistance Programs does not use ordinary language for links.
Creative Commons:
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