Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Care and Nutrition for a Healthy Woman
Course Code
MDAK_028
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine; Nutrition
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Nursing Science
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Signe Irša
Structure Unit Manager
Kristaps Circenis
Structural Unit
Department of Nursing and Obstetric Care
Contacts
Riga, 26a Anniņmuižas boulevard, mdak@rsu.lv, +371 67061568
About Study Course
Objective
Acquisition of basic theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the care of healthy women in different periods of life and in the use of rational nutrients necessary for the body.
Preliminary Knowledge
Knowledge in anatomy, physiology.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.As a result of the study course, students acquire basic knowledge that allows them to: • describe the anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system in different periods of life; . describe the reproductive and sexual health of women; . describe preventive examinations, screenings and self-examination methods in the care of a healthy woman; . describe the specifics of work in the care of a social risk group, the risks of violence and their recognition; . understand the role of communication in the processes of caring for women; • describe the importance of the main nutrients – proteins, carbohydrates and fats – for a woman's body in different periods of life; • describe the role of vitamins and minerals in nutrition for a woman's body in different periods of life; • describe the importance of nutrition during pregnancy and breastfeeding; • explain the role of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of diseases.
Skills
1.Students are able to listen to a woman during a consultation and recognize her needs. Students are able to evaluate and determine care priorities at different stages of a woman's life. Students are able to explain the importance of nutrition in ensuring health and preventing diseases, and are able to provide recommendations for creating a balanced menu.
Competences
1.Students are able to independently educate women, families, and society about the basic principles of healthy women's care and nutrition in maintaining health at various stages of a woman's life.
Assessment
Individual work
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Individual work |
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10 points
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For a deeper understanding of the theoretical part of the course, students independently create crossword puzzles according to the topic of each lecture. |
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Examination
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Examination |
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10 points
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The final assessment of the study course consists of class attendance (10% of the total assessment), independent work (80% of the total assessment), theoretical knowledge testing - test (10% of the total assessment). Independent work - creating crossword puzzles, presentations - is assessed: relevance of content to the topic, presentation of the work, reference to recent research. Theoretical knowledge testing - test questions, according to lecture topics. |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Healthy woman care - prevention and screening.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Women's hormonal health. Normal menstrual period.
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Women's emotional health and well-being
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Safety in relationships.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Women's health throughout the life cycle.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Psycho-emotional and social health, lifestyle and health promotion for a healthy woman
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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-
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2
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Topics
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Midwife's communication skills in working with healthy women
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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A holistic and preventive approach to the healthy woman - the core of the midwife's professional identity.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Recognizing violence, work with women at social risk
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Basic principles of modern nutrition. Mediterranean and Nordic dietary recommendations.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Essential nutrients at different stages of life (adolescence, reproductive age, perimenopause, menopause, old age).
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Nutrition during pregnancy.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Basic principles of healthy food preparation. Food products, recipes, cooking technologies.
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Class/Seminar
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Creating a healthy/balanced menu.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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The most common problems related to nutritional intake.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Vegetarian/vegan diet. Main principles, food products, cooking trends.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam (Written)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Z. Zariņš, L. Neimane. „Uztura mācība”. Apgāds „Rasa ABC”, 2021
2.
I.Vībergas redakcijā. „Ginekoloģija”. Nacionālais apgāds, 2013.
3.
Lekciju materiāls.
Additional Reading
1.
RSU bibliotēkā pieejamie resursi par veselīgu uzturu.
Other Information Sources
1.
www.pubmed.com