Nutrition Management for the Cardiac Patient

Many of the patients we treat every day have various cardiovascular co-morbidities. In this course we will discuss various nutritional options to help prevent potential cardiovascular issues, as well as improve cardiovascular health. The nutrition options discussed will aid the rehab professional in designing an overall treatment and exercise program to ensure a better outcome for the patient. Genetic components to cardiovascular health will be covered, as wellas how to keep cardiac cells functioning optimally through nutrition over a life span. In addition, discussion will include post-surgical nutrition recommendations to aid in recovery and allow for improved therapy program tolerance. Finally, the course will look at various diet programs and analyze how torecommend the appropriate patient-specific program based on patient needs and limitations.

Highlights

• Confidently speak with your patients about nutritional recommendations set forth by the FDA
• Enhance your cardiac patients' treatment and recovery by adding a nutritional component to your overall plan of care

Target Audience: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Athletic Trainers