Chapter 2: Scope of Practice Flashcards
According to the SCOFF eating disorder assessment, what is the minimum number of positive answers which might indicate an eating disorder?
2
To ensure the client is retaining any shared information, it is important that the content presented is perceived to be important and what other quality?
Based on prior experience
With which client would it be most appropriate for the Nutrition Coach to work?
Clients with inconsistent weight loss and gain
A new client is 6-weeks post-partum. She states that she has very little energy and feels sadness most of the time. What is the most appropriate course of action?
Refer her to a clinical psychiatrist.
A new client has just moved into the area. She states that she occasionally suffers from anxiety and panic attacks and needs to renew her prescription medications. To which healthcare professional should she be referred?
Psychiatrist
With which client would it be most appropriate for the Nutrition Coach to work?
Overweight
Common assessments performed by a Nutrition Coach include height, weight, body composition, and what other test?
Anthropometric measurements
According to the scope of practice for a Nutrition Coach, which is an example of an appropriate resource for determining daily caloric intake?
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
When working with a client who has been complaining of low back pain that has been getting worse, what is the most appropriate recommendation?
Refer her to a chiropractor.
Clients often confide in the Nutrition Coach. Which client conversation would be grounds for a referral to a licensed healthcare professional?
Chronic fatigue
Any research article on diet and nutrition should be scrutinized for which of the following?
Reliability and validity
A Nutrition Coach has been working with an overweight client for 6 weeks. During the most recent weight-in, they discover that she has lost 27 pounds. What is the best course of action for the Nutrition Coach?
Informally question her about common eating disorder traits/habits.
A Nutrition Coach is sitting down with a new client for her initial evaluation. She noted on her Health History Questionnaire that she has never been able to maintain permanent weight loss and confides that she has made herself throw up after eating large meals. What is the best course of action?
Refer her to a clinical psychologist.
A Nutrition Coach is sitting down with a new client for her initial evaluation. She noted on her Health History Questionnaire that she has diabetes and she has trouble keeping her blood glucose controlled. What is the best course of action?
Refer her to a Certified Diabetes Educator.
A client confides that she is taking laxatives to help her lose weight. What is the best course of action?
Refer her to a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist.
During a regular meeting, a client is complaining of irregular gastrointestinal issues, ranging from diarrhea to constipation. What is the best course of action?
Advise him to make an appointment with his personal physician.
Where should client files be kept to ensure client confidentiality?
In a locked and secure location
A client has several relatives who have recently been diagnosed with cancer. She has been reading many books about natural health and is interested in taking herbal supplements that will help prevent cancer. What is the best course of action?
Refer her to a pharmacist or her physician.
With which client would it be most appropriate for the Nutrition Coach to work?
Overweight client who wants to train for a 10K
One of the roles of a Nutrition Coach is to help facilitate weight loss. Which of the following would be most appropriate to recommend for the overweight client?
Refer to a certified personal trainer for a resistance training program.
A new client is 6-weeks post-partum. She states that she has very little energy and feels sadness most of the time. What is the most appropriate course of action?
Refer her to a clinical psychiatrist.
Where might a Nutrition Coach find reputable information on recent dietary guidelines?
Government-funded agencies
Which statement best describes the healthcare continuum?
The many disciplines that make up the healthcare system
With which client would it be most appropriate for the Nutrition Coach to work?
Clients with inconsistent weight loss and gain
Which of the following can a Nutrition Coach provide?
Nutritional advice and behavioral modification
Which statement is within the scope of practice for a Nutrition Coach?
Recommend the client discuss supplement usage and dosing with their pharmacist or physician.
