Chapter 2: Scope Of Practice

Question 1

Scope of Practice

Answer 1

The actions, procedures, and processes that a professional is allowed to undertake in keeping with the terms of the professional’s license or credential.

Question 2

Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

Answer 2

The CDR acts as the credentialing arm of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for the purpose of establishing and enforcing certification standards for registered dieticians and other licensed nutritional professionals and issues credentials to those who successfully meet said standards. The CDR also provides a professional code of ethics and recertification standards.

Question 3

Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)

Answer 3

A licensed healthcare professional or certified allied health professional who works with those who have diabetes – 1000 contact hours in diabetes education is required for certification.

Question 4

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners (ARNP)

Answer 4

An advanced nursing degree requiring 2 more years of college beyond an RN – many then choose a specialty or primary focus of care.

Question 5

Physician Assistant (PA)

Answer 5

A licensed healthcare professional who works under the supervision of a doctor or other medical professional, typically requires a 4-year degree plus a post-graduate program.

Question 6

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Answer 6

A pharmacist with an advanced degree who works in conjunction with a medical doctor to prepare and/or dispense prescription drugs or compounds.

Question 7

Licensed

Answer 7

Licensing is typically provided on a state or federal level. Common prerequisites of licensing include formal education/training, a predetermined number of supervised contact hours, and successful completion of a standardized test. Most healthcare providers require licensure.

Question 8

Certified

Answer 8

Certification is granted to a person who has participated in an educational course (either live or online) and successfully completed a standardized test: written, practical, or both.

Question 9

Nutritionist

Answer 9

A generic term for someone who provides nutrition counseling – certification and licensing parameters are vague.

Question 10

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Answer 10

This term is used interchangeably with a Registered Dietitian (RD) and it is also a legally protected designation.

Question 11

True or False? A Nutrition Coach can provide clients non-medical nutrition information and behavior guidance.

Answer 11

True

Question 12

True or False? Every region requires that a Nutrition Coach work under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian.

Answer 12

False

Question 13

Macronutrients

Answer 13

Nutrients required in large quantities, including carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

Question 14

Micronutrients

Answer 14

Nutrients required in smaller quantities, including vitamins and minerals.

Question 15

True or False? The Nutrition Coach can provide specific meal plans for their client.

Answer 15

False

Question 16

True or False? The Nutrition Coach can recommend specific supplements for their client.

Answer 16

False

Question 17

True or False? The Nutrition Coach can offer advice on eating behaviors and/or macronutrients that are known to reduce the risk of disease or slow disease progression.

Answer 17

True

Question 18

True or False? A thorough assessment can help rule out any client who has issues that are beyond the scope of practice for the Nutrition Coach.

Answer 18

True

Question 19

The SCOFF Questionaire

Answer 19

Basic yet reliable set of five questions that help assess whether an eating disorder exists.

Question 20

Hypoglycemia

Answer 20

A condition of an abnormally low blood glucose (blood sugar) level in the blood.

Question 21

The SCOFF Questionnaire is a reliable assessment tool used to detect which of the following conditions?

Answer 21

Eating Disorder

Question 22

True or False? An unexplained surge in athletic performance is a reason for the Nutrition Coach to refer their client to a Registered Dietician.

Answer 22

False

Question 23

True or False? A client who confides of suicidal thoughts should be referred to a Psychologist.

Answer 23

True

Question 24

True or False? It is appropriate for the Nutrition Coach to recommend an over-the-counter antacid when a client complains about recent episodes of heart burn.

Answer 24

False

Question 25

True or False? When it comes to client confidentiality, all personal information should be kept in a locked or secure area.

Answer 25

True

Question 26

True or False? If the Nutrition Coach intends to work as an employee in a private health club, it is important to consult with an attorney and accountant to ensure proper business practices.

Answer 26

True