Chapter 2: Scope Of Practice Flashcards
Scope of Practice
The actions, procedures, and processes that a professional is allowed to undertake in keeping with the terms of the professional’s license or credential.
Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
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.
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
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.
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioners (ARNP)
An advanced nursing degree requiring 2 more years of college beyond an RN – many then choose a specialty or primary focus of care.
Physician Assistant (PA)
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.
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
A pharmacist with an advanced degree who works in conjunction with a medical doctor to prepare and/or dispense prescription drugs or compounds.
Licensed
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.
Certified
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.
Nutritionist
A generic term for someone who provides nutrition counseling – certification and licensing parameters are vague.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
This term is used interchangeably with a Registered Dietitian (RD) and it is also a legally protected designation.
True or False? A Nutrition Coach can provide clients non-medical nutrition information and behavior guidance.
True
True or False? Every region requires that a Nutrition Coach work under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian.
False
Macronutrients
Nutrients required in large quantities, including carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
Micronutrients
Nutrients required in smaller quantities, including vitamins and minerals.
True or False? The Nutrition Coach can provide specific meal plans for their client.
False
True or False? The Nutrition Coach can recommend specific supplements for their client.
False
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.
True
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.
True
The SCOFF Questionaire
Basic yet reliable set of five questions that help assess whether an eating disorder exists.
Hypoglycemia
A condition of an abnormally low blood glucose (blood sugar) level in the blood.
The SCOFF Questionnaire is a reliable assessment tool used to detect which of the following conditions?
Eating Disorder
True or False? An unexplained surge in athletic performance is a reason for the Nutrition Coach to refer their client to a Registered Dietician.
False
True or False? A client who confides of suicidal thoughts should be referred to a Psychologist.
True
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.
False
True or False? When it comes to client confidentiality, all personal information should be kept in a locked or secure area.
True
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.
True
