Teaching the Nutrition Focused Physical Exam (NFPE) To Medical Students Using an Interdisciplinary Approach.

Stephanie R HarrisBeth MordarskiJodi WolffColleen M Croniger

Published in: Medical science educator (2022)

Nutritional status greatly affects the health of patients, yet the time devoted to nutrition curriculum in medical school is minimal. We implemented a novel approach of teaching the Nutrition Focused Physical Exam (NFPE) as a tool to demonstrate the importance of assessing the nutritional status of patients and learning about malnutrition and nutrient deficiencies.

Keyphrases

medical students
physical activity
end stage renal disease
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
mental health
healthcare
risk assessment
patient reported outcomes
quality improvement
human health