Upon completion of this module the student should be able to:
1. Describe the normal patterns and characteristics of bowel movements in infants and young children.
2. Identify deviations from normal when:
 a. constipation is the problem.
 b. diarrhea is the problem.
3. Identify the major causes of constipation and diarrhea.
4. List the major purposes of diet therapy for constipation and diarrhea in infants and children.
5. Identify the types of feedings necessary to meet the goals of diet therapy in these disorders.
6. Describe the strategies the health professional would teach caregivers to prevent further problems.
7. Name the categories of high-risk infants requiring specialized nutritional therapy.
8. Describe the types of feedings necessary to meet the individual needs of each infant.
9. Exhibit proficiency in the selection of formulas and recommended feeding methods.
10. Teach all caregivers the pertinent facts they must know in order to adequately nourish their high-risk infant.