Research & Practice
Student Projects
MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
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Nutrient Drug Interaction Probability Scale (NDIPS): An External Validation
This project was the final stage of a larger endeavor in testing a new clinical assessment tool to assess the probability of drug-nutrient interactions with the aim of developing a personalized healthcare
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Paola Maria Bregni Ibarra
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2024
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Medical Nutrition Therapy in Post-Stroke Neurocritical Care: A Case Study
This project examined the application of medical nutrition therapy (MNT) in neurocritical care following a case of stroke with subarachnoid hemorrhage. While nutrition care in this population remains a
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Casey Spellman
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2024
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Improving Nutrition Discharge Education for Caregivers of Adolescents with Eating Disorders at Seattle Children’s Hospital
A quality improvement project was conducted to update Seattle Children’s nutrition discharge education materials for caregivers of eating disorder patients. This involved conducting interviews with RDs
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Alejandro Oropeza Velasquez
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2024
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Pediatric Medical Nutrition Therapy for Comorbid Type 1 Diabetes and Eating Disorders
This project explored the overlap of type 1 diabetes and eating disorders, a relatively new area of research, with an emphasis on pediatric populations. The project consisted of a literature review, a case
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Jocelyn Naide
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2024
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Chrononutrition and Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Type 2 Diabetes: A Case Study
A case study and report on a patient with type 2 diabetes and multiple comorbidities. The patient was not meeting his blood glucose goals and saw the RD/CDCES to discuss dietary methods to improve his glucose.
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Aimee Allen
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2024
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Nutrition Interventions in Pediatric Intestinal Failure from Short Bowel Syndrome: A Case Report
Intestinal failure from short bowel syndrome is a complex condition that impairs nutrient and fluid absorption. Without appropriate monitoring and treatment, it can result in significant morbidity, organ
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Savannah Stelzer
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2023
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Personalized Nutrition for Type 2 Diabetes in the Era of Continuous Glucose Monitors
Recent advancements in continuous glucose monitors have been beneficial in supporting diabetes medical nutrition therapy. These monitors provide clearer insights into post-prandial glucose response (PPGR)
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Jordyn Fantuzzi
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2023
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Dietary Inflammatory Index Scores of the 3-Week Habitual Diet at a State Hospital
This project assessed the inflammatory potential of patients’ diets at a state hospital. The findings showed that their daily nutrient intake was inversely associated with a risk of depression and
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Danny Beery
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2023
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Updated Protocol: Outpatient Follow-Up Chart Note Template
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Kaitlin Sandberg
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2022
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Going Home with a Feeding Tube: A Needs Assessment
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Ana Portilla
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2022
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Patient with COVID Leading to Multisystem Organ Failure Including ESRD with CRRT
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Trey Lee Hill
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2022
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Advancing Nutrition Assessments in the ICU
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Sarah Haack
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2022
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Histamine Intolerance and the Low Histamine Diet
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Kate Evans
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2022
Adviser(s):
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Nutrition and Glycemic Management in Type 2 Diabetes
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Jennifer Dearden
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2022
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Proposal for New Parenteral Nutrition Protocols at University of Washington Medical Center
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Molly Knowling
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2021
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Proposed Protein Supplementation Protocol for Critically-Ill Surgical Patients Receiving Enteral Nutrition Support DRAFT
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Cairo Archer
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2021
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Eating Disorders Among LGBTQ Individuals & Case Report
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Diana Aguilera
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2021
Adviser(s):
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Disorders of Fluid Balance in a Patient with a Resected Pituitary Tumor
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Maryann Ruiz
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2021
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Laying the Groundwork for Glycemic Index Education for Type 2 Diabetic and Insulin Resistant Patients at Seattle Children’s Hospital
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Kazue Yoshida
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2021
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Inpatient Nutrition Management Of Faltering Growth For A Medically Complex Child
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Danielle Ladyka
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2021
Adviser(s):
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The Value of Outpatient Dietitian Contact Time for Adolescents With Restrictive Eating Disorders
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Josh Floberg
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2021
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Post-discharge Lactation Support for Mothers of Infants Who Discharged from a NICU: Recommendations for Seattle Children’s Hospital’s NICU Guidelines
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Merideth Murray
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2020
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Creating Culturally Appropriate Educational Content: Coping with an Eating Disorder During Ramadan
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Evelina Miropolsky
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2020
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Feeding in the Setting of Serosal Tear Repair and Small Bowel Obstruction
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Erin McDonnell
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2020
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Eating Disorder Screening Across Disciplines in the SCH Adolescent Medicine Clinic
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Meredith Blumenthal
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2020
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Feeding in the Setting of Therapeutic Hypothermia for Neonates with Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy
Therapeutic hypothermia (TH) has improved mortality and decreased neurologic disability in neonates with HIE. While TH has become routine in NICU’s globally, there is no consensus the optimal nutrition
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Madison Delmendo
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Promoting Positive Body Image on College Campuses: Body Positive Week at Seattle Pacific University
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Samantha Tengs
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Review: Probiotic Supplementation and NCAA Student Athlete Care
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Tucker Reiley
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals in Food Products & Fertility
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Jeani Hunt-Gibbon
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Guideline for Frequency of MNT/DSME at Endocrine & Diabetes Care Center
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Mary Heid
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Nutrition Requirements for Patients on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Jenny Goodyear
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Developing Nutrition Guidelines for Outpatient Adults on Oral Ketogenic Diets at Harborview Medical Center
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Imashi Fernando
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2019
Adviser(s):
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Feeding in the Setting of Therapeutic Hypothermia for Neonates with Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Madison Delmendo
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Developing a Guideline for the Use of Branched-Chain Amino Acids to Treat Hepatic Encephalopathy at UW Medical Center
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Kaitlyn Wright
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2018
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An Ileus for the Ages
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Katie Teller
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2018
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Updating Inpatient Blenderized Tube Feeding Policy at Seattle Children’s Hospital
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Erin Phelps
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2018
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Clinical Case Presentation of Persistent Inflammatory, Immunosuppressed, Catabolic Syndrome (PICS)
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Emily Conner
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2018
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Gut Intuition: A Curriculum Designed to Help Adolescents Develop a Healthy Relationship with Food Through Intuitive Eating
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Holly Anderson
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2018
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Is Routinely Checking Gastric Residual Volume an outdated practice in the ICU Setting?
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Theresa Bergholz
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2017
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Assessment & Treatment of Iron Deficiency without Anemia Among Female Collegiate Athletes
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Kelly Finan
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2017
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Dehydration and Nephrolithiasis in a 67-‐year-‐old Distance Runner: a case study on Medical Nutrition Therapy and the Transtheoretical Model
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Molly Haas
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2017
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Intestinal Dysmotility Resulting in Ileorectal Anastomosis: A Nutrition Case Study
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Lisa Weigle
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2016
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A Case Study of Non-Pharmacologically Treated Type II Diabetes
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Toni Fiordalis
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2016
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A Summary on the Current Research Surrounding Updated 2016 ASPEN Guidelines on the Usage of Probiotics in Severe Acute Pancreatitis in the Critical Care Setting
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Sophie Kauffman
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2016
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Seattle’ Children’s Hospital Menu Change Recommendations to Support Patients with Cystic Fibrosis
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Kaiulani Swan
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2016
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Feeding Tube Referrals Among Head, Neck and Esophageal Cancer Patients at Multicare Regional Cancer Center
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Jamie Clayton
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2016
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Development of a Patient-Centered Nutrition Education Handout to Promote Low Sodium Intake in Diabetes
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Francesca Simonella
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2016
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Evidence to Support Standardizing Preoperative Weight Loss for Bariatric Program
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Sepideh Dibay
Program(s): PhD, RDN Training
Year: 2016
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Early Enteral Feeding in the Pediatric Acute Care Setting
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Sarah Yanez
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2015
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Suggestion on Revision of Goals of Length Growth Rate for Preterm Infants
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Jisun Park
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2015
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Providing human-derived HMF to infants in the NICU at Seattle Children’s Hospital
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Emily Kurlak
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2015
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First Foods: Developing a Nutrition Education Curriculum for Refugee and Immigrant Mothers
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Catherine Karlak
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2015
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Patient-centered, evidence-based responses to common questions and comments about nutrition for diabetes
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Katrina Hoch
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2015
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Changes in Pediatric Hospital Wide Thickening Protocol in Response to Events and Evidence
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Anna Eney
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2015
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Proper Formulas for a Hemodialysis Patient on Tube Feeding
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Qianxiong (Cherry) Zheng
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2014
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Medical Nutrition Therapy for Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis Patients
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Lilly Wang
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2014
Adviser(s):
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Medical Nutrition Therapy for Polytrauma and Open Abdomen after Motor Vehicle Crash
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Carrie Ramsdell
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2014
Adviser(s):
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Medical Nutrition Therapy for Short Bowel Syndrome
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Claire Luo
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2014
Adviser(s):
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Eosinophilic Esophagitis: Nutrition Management
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Srilekha Karunanithi
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2014
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Mr. M: Cystic Fibrosis and SVC Syndrome Complications
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Katherine Freeman
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2014
Adviser(s):
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Nutrition Support of an Acute Myeloid Leukemia Patient
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Sara Diedrich
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2014
Adviser(s):
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Female Athlete Triad
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Marc Zimmerman
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2013
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Outpatient Nutritional Counseling for a Roux en Y Gastric Bypass Patient
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Laura Tobias
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2013
Adviser(s):
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Nutrition Support of a 30-Week Preterm Infant with Severe Intrauterine Growth Restriction in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Jessica Kim
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2013
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An Olympic Pole Vaulter’s 50-Year Journey through Nutrition Support
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Allison Parker
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2013
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Multiple Gun Shot Wounds to the Abdomen
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Kelly Ahern
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2013
Adviser(s):
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Uncontrolled Type 1 Diabetes
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Jamie Kowatch
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2012
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Nutrition for Optimal Performance: Men’s Baseball
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Kailee Farnum
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2012
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Nutritional Deficiencies status post Gastric Bypass Surgery and the Nutrition Care Process
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Amanda Wood
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2012
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From Prone to Upright: A case study in the challenges of feeding in the trauma ICU
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Michelle Averill
Program(s): RDN Training
Year: 2012
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Nutrition Support of a Traumatic Brain Injury Patient with Atlanto-Occipital Dislocation Complicated by Mental Illness
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Kelly Peterson
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2012
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Nutrition Care of Severe Acute Pancreatitis (SAP)
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Sara Bailey
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2012
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Nutritional Support in a Critically Ill Trauma Patient: A Case Study
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Barbara Pullar
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2011
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Nutritional Management of a Morbidly Obese Compulsive Overeater
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Rachel Myhre
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2011
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H1N1 Gone Awry: A Case Study
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Charlotte Neilson
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2011
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Chylothorax: Diagnosis and Nutrition Management
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Elena Dan
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2011
Adviser(s):
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A Case Study from the Neurosurgical ICU at Harborview Medical Center
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Molly Acheson
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2011
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Cholestasis in Neonatal, Extremely Low Birth Weight Infant
Project Type(s): MNT Concentration Clinical Poster
Author(s): Heather L. Snively
Program(s): Master of Science, RDN Training
Year: 2011
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