Nutrition Scope and Practice Flashcards
1
Q
What is a nutritionist?
A
A person who provides advice on matter relating to food and how it impacts health.
A tertiary qualified professional that has the expertise to provide a range of evidence based services.
NOT qualified to provide medical advice or medical nutrition therapy.
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Q
What is a dietitian?
A
A person with a qualification in nutrition and dietetics recognised by national authorities.
Applies their knowledge to the feeding and education of groups of people and individuals in health and disease.
3
Q
What is the NSA?
A
Nutrition Society of Australia.
