Impact of Early Adversity on Pediatric Health and Nutrition: Implications in Outpatient Settings

Participants will gain a basic understanding of how adverse childhood experiences affect nutrition outcomes through biological and behavioral changes. We will identify trauma informed and strength-based practices that can be integrated into the Nutrition Care Process to support medical nutrition therapy. This session is ideal for RDNs/NDTRs who work with children or families in inpatient, outpatient, or community settings.

CPE Level: Level 2 (intermediate knowledge/experience)
CPEU: 1.0

Performance Indicators

• 12.1.1 Advocates for and promotes food and nutrition programs and resources to address issues of food insecurity, nutritional health and overall health and wellness.
• 2.3.1 Identifies needs for and negotiates common ground with clients, inter- and intra-professional team members, and other stakeholders.
• 9.6.2 Applies a variety of counseling theories, psychological methods and strategies that empower clients/patients to make changes.

Learning Objectives

• Describe the impact of early adversity on pediatric health and nutrition
• Implement trauma-informed practices into the Nutrition Care Process
• Integrate protective and compensatory experiences into nutrition intervention

Moderator

• Diana Rice

Speakers

• Lana Beasley
• Haley Hall