Course Description:

Date: Thursday, March 26, 2020
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Location: University of Kansas Health System, B018 SON
Speaker: Sarah Conniff, MS, RD, LD

This presentation intends to expand the knowledge base of PT, OT, and SLP professionals in the area of nutrition and diet. Registered dietitians aim for interprofessional collaboration with practitioners in all areas and further research reinforces knowledge that healthy diet practices and healthful movement are directly linked to patient and client recovery and regain of mobility. Common health issues such as diabetes, chronic inflammation, and obesity can be mitigated through diet modification. This lecture will cover responsibilities of RDs, how to determine which patients to refer, current Nutrition Focused Physical Exams conducted by RDs, and diets that can decrease inflammation. Knowing what information to provide, when, and where to refer can be crucial. Therapists can build their knowledge base and appropriately implement nutrition goals into their current practice.

Objectives:
1.   Identify the role of a registered dietitian in a clinical and community setting in progressing patient and clients towards their mobility goals.
2.   Describe areas of the anatomy where muscle catabolism indicates potential malnutrition in patient and client populations per a Nutrition Focused Physical Exam.
3.   Describe recent, evidence-based research regarding healthy eating and pain reduction, how this may affect your practice, and how to utilize this information with patient and client populations.
4.   Locate and use resources related to nutrition education, public health information, and registered dietitians to help clients reach their nutrition goals.