Essential knowledge: The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes knowledge of: Common disease states and functional problems of each bodily system and the principles and practice of treating each system/condition Contra-indications of treatment Drug interactions How to correctly prepare and dispense naturopathic remedies/treatments How to select best remedies/treatments within best current practice Medical reports and diagnostic procedures Methods of preparing treatment and management plans (knowledge and understanding) Supplementary measures in the management of conditions (dietary considerations, exercise) The active principles of the main naturopathic remedies/treatments used for each system/condition The appropriate dietary treatment of common illnesses and diseases The components of food and food/dietary supplements (knowledge and understanding) The correct preparations required for specific treatment The pathogenesis of the remedies/treatments administered The possible responses to treatments The principles of formulation (including dosage and duration of treatment) The process of digestion, absorption and metabolism The role of nutrition in health and ability to determine the nutritional and dietary needs of a client Types of diets (omnivore, vegetarian, lacto-vegetarian, vegan, fruitarian, zen macrobiotic) |