This self-study course and the required reading provide thorough and up to date information regarding nutrition recommendations for kidney disease. The course is well-worded and relevant to the topic at hand requiring both recall of information as well as application of knowledge.
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Nutrition Care for Patients with Kidney Disease – Part 1
Course Expires March 26, 2029
Credits: 27.25
Profession:
RDN/NDTR
Required Reading 1
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Earn 27.25 CPEs while learning how to implement current nutrition guidelines for patients with kidney disease.
The required reading for this course presents practical guidance for nutrition practitioners working with patients with a variety of kidney disorders. The reading includes the most recent nutrition guidelines released by the Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative (KDOQI) and addresses topics that reflect the scope of practice and standard of nutrition care for patients with kidney disease in all settings. Specific topic areas included in the required reading include but are not limited to:
- Nutrition management in CKD stages 1-5, including hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis
- Nutrition management of the adult kidney transplant patient
- Nutrition management of diabetes, bone disorders and CVD in kidney disease
- Nutrition management of pregnant patients with kidney disease
- Kidney disease and pediatrics
- Enteral and parenteral nutrition and kidney disease
- Medications and dietary supplements used for patients with kidney disease
- Guidelines for patients following vegetarian or vegan diets with kidney disease
Part 1 of the course covers Sections 1–3 of the required reading and provides a foundational overview of kidney disease, including nutrition assessment, nutrition management strategies, and considerations for special populations and comorbid conditions.
Part 2 of the course draws from Sections 4–5 of the required reading. It builds on Part 1’s foundational knowledge with a deeper focus on nutrition management of kidney disease, as well as nutrition support, and the role of medications and dietary supplements in patient care.
A case-study based CPE examination helps the reader apply information in the course to their work setting and patient population. This course is appropriate for registered dietitian nutritionists.
Course includes hard copy book, electronic test and 1 certificate with passing grade.
Already have the book? Under “Product Options” simply choose “CPE Test Only ” to purchase the CPE Self-Study Program.
After completion of this CPE program, participants will be able to:
- Interpret and apply the appropriate evidence-based literature and standards for determining nutritional needs of patients with kidney disease.
- Integrate new knowledge of kidney disease into practice.
- Critically evaluate the safety and efficacy of traditional and pharmaceutical models of kidney disease management.
- Select interventions intended to resolve or improve nutrition diagnoses for patients with kidney disease.
This course is intended for: RDNs and NDTRs
Nutrition Care for Patients with Kidney Disease Part 1 awards 27.25 CPEUs in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration CPEU Approval.
CDR Activity Number: 192284 Self Study Activity Type: 741 Enduring Activity
CPE Level: II
Suggested CDR Performance Indicators:
- 9.1.1 Interprets and applies the appropriate evidence-based literature and standards for determining nutritional needs of target audiences.
- 9.2.4 Integrates new knowledge of disease states and clinical conditions into practice.
- 9.4.3 Critically evaluates the safety and efficacy of traditional and pharmaceutical models as it applies to nutrition and dietetics.
- 11.3.4 Selects interventions intended to resolve or improve nutrition diagnoses through addressing the causes and/or contributing factors.
Note: Numerous other Performance Indicators may apply.
This self-study course includes required reading, a downloadable course document and an online exam with multiple choice, case study based questions. Upon passing the test, the learner can download and print the certificate.
Required Reading for this Course: Renal Practice Group, & National Kidney Foundation Council on Renal Nutrition. (2022). Clinical Guide to Nutrition Care in Kidney Disease (3rd ed.). Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Disclaimer: The text associated with this course is required solely for the course taker to learn the underlying principles that will be applied in taking a case-study based exam. Neither the authors nor the publishers of the text/book have contributed to or endorsed this course.
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