Certificate of Training in Pediatric Malnutrition
(10.0 RN CE; 10.0 RD CPEU)
The World Health Organization reports that one-third of the global population suffers from malnutrition complications, like stunting, wasting, obesity, vitamin and mineral deficiency, and some non-communicable diseases. Learn what you can do to reduce the burden of malnutrition in the communities you serve.
Enroll in these required courses
Enroll in and complete SEVEN required online self-study courses.
If you’d like, you can also take many of these programs in a group setting. Contact your Abbott representative to schedule a program in your facility. If you need assistance, contact us.
Identification and Diagnosis of Pediatric Malnutrition
In this course, Jodi Wolff, MS, RDN, LD, FAND, FAACPDM, will discuss the prevalence of pediatric malnutrition; identify the degree of malnutrition in infants and children using the recommended indicators; describe the techniques for obtaining accurate anthropometric measurements; and identify physical findings that may indicate malnutrition.
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Detecting Pediatric Malnutrition: Tools For Screening & Criteria For Diagnosing
In this course, Patricia Becker, MS, RDN, CSP, CNSC, FAND and Melinda White, PhD, GRAD DIP NUTR&DIET, BSC, APD will review the goals, purpose, and definition of the pediatric malnutrition indicators as defined by ASPEN and AND; utilize the malnutrition indicators and identify their implications on the diagnosis of pediatric malnutrition; and discuss how to implement pediatric malnutrition screening and rescreening tools.
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Pediatric Nutrition-Focused Physical Exam
In this course, Jodi Wolff, MS, RDN, LD, FAND, FAACPDM will explain the rationale for completing a nutrition-focused physical exam (NFPE) in pediatric patients; discuss the role of NFPE in identifying malnutrition; identify clinical signs of common nutrient deficiencies and toxicities; and assess hydration status.
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Measures to Identify Pediatric Malnutrition: Introduction to Mid-Upper Arm Circumference and Z-scores
In this course, Susan M Abdel-Rahman, PharmD, will describe the validity of the mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) measurement; review z-score calculations and how to interpret results; and watch how to accurately take MUAC measurements in pediatric practice. Originally presented at the 2020 Growth Summit in Stockholm, Sweden.
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The Importance of Anthropometric Data in Infant and Pediatric Populations
In this course, Meggie Meara, MSN, RN, RD, teach you the importance of infant and pediatric anthropometric data in nutrition assessments; demonstrate how to obtain proper weight, height/length and head circumference measurements; and discuss several healthcare challenges that may affect the accuracy and consistency of measurement.
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Nutrition for the Neurologically Impaired Child
In this course, Jodi Wolff, MS, RDN, FAND, FAACPDM will identify types of neurological impairment (NI); discuss nutrition risk factors and common GI problems associated with NI; recognize the components of nutrition assessment for patients with NI; and recommend nutrition interventions and monitoring for patients with NI.
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Pediatric Currents: Screening for Malnutrition Risk in Pediatrics
In this course, Patricia Becker MS, RDN, CSP, CNSC, FAND, will teach you the value of screening children for malnutrition; define the terms nutrition screen and nutrition assessment; and identify four pediatric nutrition screening tools that have been clinically validated.
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Choose Up to Three Electives
Select, enroll in and complete three of these electives.
If you’d like, you can also take many of these programs in a group setting. Contact your Abbott representative to schedule a program in your facility. If you need assistance, contact us.
Nutrition Interventions In Sick Pediatric Patients
In this course, Sanja Kolacek will review the modalities of nutrition interventions for the sick child; discuss types of formula and indications for their use; explain how to select site, route and mode for oral/enteral nutrition; and indicate the most common complications. Originally presented at the 2020 Growth Summit in Stockholm, Sweden.
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Utilization of NHANES Data to Assess Pediatric Undernutrition
In this course, Robert Murray, MD and Christopher Taylor, PhD, RDN, LD, FAND will provide an overview of pediatric malnutrition (undernutrition); summarize the AND/ASPEN consensus statement on pediatric malnutrition; discuss the NHANES survey methodology and recent malnutrition data analysis using the AND/ASPEN consensus statement in US children; and identify how clinicians can apply the latest NHANES data into their clinical practice.
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Practical Strategies for Achieving Growth Potential in Children
In this course, Bruno Hauser, MD, PhD, Julie Lanigan, PhD, RD, and Robert Murray, MD, will identify four pediatric chronic health conditions that are associated with malnutrition; discuss nutritional interventions to prevent or correct growth faltering in children; and outline the current recommendations for the nutritional assessment, intervention and monitoring of Crohn's Disease. Originally presented on March 7, 2019 at the 6th International Conference on Nutrition & Growth.
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Ethical Issues in Pediatric Care
In this course, Mary Pat Turon-Findley, RD, MEd, CMHIMP, LD will define ethics and the 4 principles of ethics; identify aspects that influence decision-making; and discuss examples of pediatric ethical dilemmas through a case study approach.
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Final Exam
The final exam is a capstone assessment of what you’ve learned through the course curriculum. Please take this exam only after you’ve completed all the courses in your curriculum.
Supplemental Materials
These materials aren’t required as part of your certificate of training, but we think they’ll play a helpful role in your clinical practice.
Video for HCPs: Measuring Mid-Upper Arm Circumference in Pediatric Patients, by ANHI Team
Video for HCPs: Clinical Demonstration Modules: Measuring Infant Weight, by Meggie Meara
Video for HCPs: Clinical Demonstration Modules: Measuring Infant Length, by Meggie Meara
Video for HCPs: Clinical Demonstration Modules: Measuring Head Circumference, by Meggie Meara
Video for HCPs: Clinical Demonstration Modules: Measuring Toddler Weight, by Meggie Meara
Video for HCPs: Clinical Demonstration Modules: Measuring Toddler Height, by Meggie Meara
Video for HCPs: Using Z-Scores to Track Anthropometric Measurements in Pediatrics, by Jodi Wolff
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Abbott Nutrition Health Institute is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing Provider #CEP 11213.
Abbott Nutrition’s Provider Statement for Dietitian CPEUs:
Abbott Nutrition Health Institute (RO002), is a Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Accredited Provider with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). CDR credentialed practitioners will receive continuing professional education units (CPEUs) for completion of this program/materials. Continuing Professional Education Provider Accreditation does not constitute endorsement by CDR of a provider, program, or materials.
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