Chapter 2 - Scope of Practice

Question 1

professional practice

Answer 1

the use of:
1. an individual’s knowledge
2. understanding of the profession

to promote learning, critical evaluation, and informed decision-making.

Question 2

physician

Answer 2

diagnosing, treating, correcting, or prescribing for any disease, ailment or injury

**including psychological/mental health issues

Question 3

nurse

Answer 3

a person qualified and licenesed to care for the sick or infirm, especially in a hospital

completes medical assessments, orders/interprets diagnostic lab tests, diagnosing and managing disease, prescribing medication, and engaging in patient education

Question 4

scope of practice

Answer 4

the skills, actions, procedures, and processes that a qualified individual is permitted to undertake, usually under a professional governing body accredidation and/or law

Question 4

code of practice

Answer 4

a guide on how to comply with the legal duties of a profession

Question 4

registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN)

Answer 4

trained in the use of diet and nutrition to keep the body healthy + address disease and engage in medical nutrition therapy

can perform comprehensive nutrition assessment, determining the nutrition diagnosis, planning+implementing a nutrition intervention, and monitoring progress towards goals

Question 5

a sports nutrition coach CAN:

8 total

Answer 5

1. evaluate eating plans and provide general guidance for a client’s energy needs and metabolic demand
2. recommend that the client discuss supplement use with their personal RD
3. promote caloric guidelines outlined by the USDA’s MyPlate
4. recommend gradual dietary modifications and consistent dietary practices
5. discuss the importance of a balanced intake of macro- and micronutrients given the demands of their client’s sports
6. refer to the client’s personal healthcare provider, when necessary
7. offer advice on eating behaviors and or macronutrients known to reduce the risk of disease
8. offer exercise and physical activity guidelines

Question 5

certified specialist in sports dietetics (CSSD)

Answer 5

RDs who provide safe, effective, evidence-based nutrition services for health, fitness, and athletic performance

add. responsibilites include creating meal plans athletes and teams, managing supplementation, and monitoring electrolyte and hudration statuses

*demands 2,000 hours of sports dietetics practice and at least 2 yrs of practice as an RD

Question 6

3 pillars of the sports nutrition coachs’ practice

Answer 6

1. nutrition guidance
2. reinforcing guidelines
3. delivering behavior change interventions

Question 7

3 things outside a CSNC’s scope of practice

Answer 7

1. making dietary prescriptions
2. work with patients in a clinical setting
3. clinical assessments of biochemical data

Question 8

code of ethics

organizations

Answer 8

principles adopted by organizations to help professionals conduct their practice or business ethically

Question 9

4 pillars of code of ethics

Answer 9

1. non-maleficence
2. autonomy
3. beneficence
4. justice

Question 10

non-maleficence

code of ethics

Answer 10

states the obligation to not intentionally inflict harm

Question 11

autonomy

code of ethics

Answer 11

having independence or self-governance

Question 12

beneficence

code of ethics

Answer 12

states the obligation to do good

Question 13

justice

code of ethics

Answer 13

concerned with the fair and equitable treatment of individuals and equitable allocation of resources

Question 14

HIPPA and confidentiality

Answer 14

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 is a federal law that outlines standards to protect sensitive patient health information from being shared or disclosed without the proper consent of the patient

Question 15

a CSNC’s confidentiality slogan…

Answer 15

“when in doubt, refer out.”

developing a robust network of outside healthcare providers is critical

Question 16

licensure statues

Answer 16

a set of laws or statutes that restrict the use of an occupation or title with the requirement of a license

Question 17

how much more likely are athletes to develop disordered eating than non-athletes?

Answer 17

3-4 times more likely

Question 18

disordered eating

Answer 18

abnormal eating patterns that may include
1. irregular eating patterns
2. chronic energy restriction
3. compulsive or binge eating
4. emotional eating

Question 19

eating disorder

Answer 19

any of the psychological disorders characterized by distributed eating habits or abnormal eating behaviors

Question 20

what % of athletes does disordered eating impact?

Answer 20

up to 46%

Question 21

anorexia

eating disorder

Answer 21

1. significantly lower body weight
2. significant weight and shape concerns

Question 22

bulimia nervosa

eating disorder

Answer 22

1. recurrent binge eating and compensatory behaviors (purging and laxative use)
2. significant weight and shape concerns

Question 23

binge eating disorder

eating disorder

Answer 23

1. recurrent binge eating
2. at least three of five additional criteria related to binge eating
3. significant stress around eating and food

Question 24

components of evidence-based practice

Answer 24

1. client feedback
2. scientific evidence
3. clinical expertise

clients wants and needs
peer reviewed research
practitioner’s clinical observations