Chapter 10: The Role of a Nutrition Coach Flashcards
Vitamin D use in the body
Bone health and calcium absorption
Calcium use in the body
Bone health and biological functions
Potassium use in the body
Blood pressure control and kidney health
Fiber use in the body
Digestive health and reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
Food addiction
A chronic disease characterized by an individual seeking food in a compulsive, difficult to control maneuver.
Scope of practice
The procedures, actions, and processes that a health care practitioner is permitted to undertake in keeping with the terms of their professional license.
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
The largest organization of food and nutrition professionals promoting the field through research, education, and advocacy.
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Treating medical conditions with diet.
Disordered eating referred professional
Therapist, psychologist, and clinical social worker
Digestive issues referred professional
Gastroenterologist
High blood pressure referred professional
Physician or cardiologist
Food allergies referred professional
Allergist or physician
Diabetes referred professional
Endocrinologist
Thyroid issues referred professional
Endocrinologist
Sinus issues referred professional
Physician or ear, nose, throat specialist
Motivational Interviewing
A counseling approach used to elicit behavior change through resolving ambivalence.
Stages of change
The dynamic phases of the behavior change process.
Pre-contemplation stage
There is no intention fo addressing the behavior
Contemplation stage
They are aware of the need to change, but have barriers to overcome to address it.
Preparation stage
They have the desire to change and are seeking a way to do so.
Action stage
They are taking the necessary steps to address their behavior and change it.
Maintenance stage
They are continuing todo what is needed to maintain the desired behavior.
Rapport
A close, harmonious relationship where feelings and ideas are communicated effectively.
Motivation
Someone’s reason for acting or behaving in a certain way.
Smart Goals
A set of conditions goals should meet for individual’s to have the most success.
S in SMART goals
Specific
M in SMART goals
Measurable
A in SMART goals
Attainable
R in SMART goals
Realistic
T in SMART goals
Timely
Client-appropriate goals
Goals aligning with the client’s values, beliefs, and motivation.
Commitment
The quality of being dedicated to a cause or goal.
Commitment strategy
A way to gain leverage on oneself and make desired changes.
Mental toughness
The ability to respond to adversity in a way that does not allow it to stop the progress toward one’s own goals.
Confidentiality
A set of rules governing the access to information discussed between a health care practitioner and their client.
Client privacy
The practice of maintaining the security and confidentiality of the client’s records.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
Establishes national standards for electronic health care transactions and records to maintain confidentiality of health related information.
Protected Health Information
Client records including current or past medical conditions, payment details, or health care provisions.
