Chapter 2: Scope of Practice

Question 1

According to the SCOFF eating disorder assessment, what is the minimum number of positive answers which might indicate an eating disorder?

Answer 1

2

Question 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?

Answer 2

Based on prior experience

Question 3

With which client would it be most appropriate for the Nutrition Coach to work?

Answer 3

Clients with inconsistent weight loss and gain

Question 4

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?

Answer 4

Refer her to a clinical psychiatrist.

Question 5

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?

Answer 5

Psychiatrist

Question 6

With which client would it be most appropriate for the Nutrition Coach to work?

Answer 6

Overweight

Question 7

Common assessments performed by a Nutrition Coach include height, weight, body composition, and what other test?

Answer 7

Anthropometric measurements

Question 8

According to the scope of practice for a Nutrition Coach, which is an example of an appropriate resource for determining daily caloric intake?

Answer 8

Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Question 9

When working with a client who has been complaining of low back pain that has been getting worse, what is the most appropriate recommendation?

Answer 9

Refer her to a chiropractor.

Question 10

Clients often confide in the Nutrition Coach. Which client conversation would be grounds for a referral to a licensed healthcare professional?

Answer 10

Chronic fatigue

Question 11

Any research article on diet and nutrition should be scrutinized for which of the following?

Answer 11

Reliability and validity

Question 12

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?

Answer 12

Informally question her about common eating disorder traits/habits.

Question 13

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?

Answer 13

Refer her to a clinical psychologist.

Question 14

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?

Answer 14

Refer her to a Certified Diabetes Educator.

Question 15

A client confides that she is taking laxatives to help her lose weight. What is the best course of action?

Answer 15

Refer her to a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist.

Question 16

During a regular meeting, a client is complaining of irregular gastrointestinal issues, ranging from diarrhea to constipation. What is the best course of action?

Answer 16

Advise him to make an appointment with his personal physician.

Question 17

Where should client files be kept to ensure client confidentiality?

Answer 17

In a locked and secure location

Question 18

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?

Answer 18

Refer her to a pharmacist or her physician.

Question 19

With which client would it be most appropriate for the Nutrition Coach to work?

Answer 19

Overweight client who wants to train for a 10K

Question 20

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?

Answer 20

Refer to a certified personal trainer for a resistance training program.

Question 21

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?

Answer 21

Refer her to a clinical psychiatrist.

Question 22

Where might a Nutrition Coach find reputable information on recent dietary guidelines?

Answer 22

Government-funded agencies

Question 23

Which statement best describes the healthcare continuum?

Answer 23

The many disciplines that make up the healthcare system

Question 24

With which client would it be most appropriate for the Nutrition Coach to work?

Answer 24

Clients with inconsistent weight loss and gain

Question 25

Which of the following can a Nutrition Coach provide?

Answer 25

Nutritional advice and behavioral modification

Question 26

Which statement is within the scope of practice for a Nutrition Coach?

Answer 26

Recommend the client discuss supplement usage and dosing with their pharmacist or physician.