Scope of Practice - Answer The actions, procedures, and processes that a professional is allowed to undertake in keeping with the terms of the
... [Show More] professional's license or credential
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) - Answer This term is used interchangeably with a Registered Dietitian (RD) and it is also a legally protected designation
Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) - Answer 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 re-certification standards.
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) - Answer 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 Practitioner (ARNP) - Answer 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) - Answer 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) - Answer A pharmacist with an advanced degree who works in conjunction with a medical doctor to prepare and/or dispense prescription drugs or compounds
Licensed - Answer 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 - Answer 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 - Answer A generic term for someone who provides nutrition counseling - certification and licensing parameters are vague.
T/F: A nutrition coach can provide clients non-medical nutrition information and behavior guidance - Answer true
T/F: Every region requires that a Nutrition Coach work under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian. - Answer False
Network Partner: Athletic Trainer - Answer Approach: refer clients who have orthopedic issues or injuries who need advice on fitness and rehab; gain athlete referrals who need assistance with weight loss and nutrition accountability
Network Partner: Psychologist - Answer Approach: refer clients who have issues with chronic depression or anxiety; gain client referrals who would benefit from regular nutrition guidance and accountability
Network Partner: Internal Medicine Doctor - Answer Approach: refer clients who have sudden onset of digestive issues; gain clients referrals who need detailed education on sound nutritional practices
Network Partner: Obstetrician - Answer Approach: refer clients with new-onset pregnancy; gain referrals for clients who are postpartum and would like to lose weight
Network Partner: Registered Dietitian - Answer Approach: refer clients who want nutritional guidance for ultra-endurance events; gain client referrals or nutrition support and accountability
Referral Scenario: Complains of acute knee pain with increased running distance - Answer Licensed Health Professional: Athletic Trainer
Referral Scenario: Is pre-occupied, bordering on obsessed, with weight loss and daily nutritional intake - Answer Licensed Health Professional: Psychologist
Referral Scenario: Complains of periods of constipation alternating with diarrhea - Answer Licensed Health Professional: Internal Medicine Doctor
Referral Scenario: Has been recently diagnosed with type-2 diabetes - Answer Licensed Health Professional: Registered Dietician
Referral Scenario: Has been lactating and recently complaining of low energy - Answer Licensed Health Professional: Obstetrician
Macronutrients - Answer Nutrients required in large quantities, including carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
Micronutrients - Answer Nutrients required in smaller quantities, including vitamins and minerals
T/F: The Nutrition Coach can provide specific meal plans for their client. - Answer false
T/F: The Nutrition Coach can recommend specific supplements for their client. - Answer false
T/F: 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 true
T/F: A thorough assessment can help rule out any client who has issues that are beyond the scope of practice for the Nutrition Coach. - Answer true
Coaching Session Meaning: Relevant - Answer Example: Discussions on meal prep for a family wouldn't be relevant if the client is single and lives alone.
Coaching Session Meaning: Based on Prior Experience - Answer Example: The client who has had countless attempts at weight loss can relate to weight loss strategies, especially if he or she is open to options and has bought into trying new things
Coaching Session Meaning: Practical - Answer Example: The single parent with a full-time job and 3 children who have a plethora of after-school activities may not have time to prep food for an hour everyday
Coaching Session Meaning: Perceived to be important - Answer Example: If a client just lost a partner to a heart attack, the client may be likely be very interested in heart-healthy foods.
Role of the Nutrition Coach - Answer to provide the best and safest course of action and recognize when the client's needs are outside their scope of practice
The SCOFF Questionnaire - Answer basic yet reliable set of 5 questions that help assess whether an eating disorder exists
hypoglycemia - Answer a condition of an abnormally low blood glucose (blood sugar) level in the blood
Reason for Referral: Decline in athletic performance - Answer Referral Specialist: RDN who specializes in sports dietetics (CSSD credentials) or personal physician
Reason for referral: Lack of progress toward weight loss or weight gain goals - Answer Referral Specialist: RDN or personal physician
Reason for Referral: Change in health status - Answer Referral Specialist: Personal physician or EMS (if life-threatening)
Reason for Referral: Pregnancy or lactating mother - Answer Referral Specialist: Personal physician and/or OBGYN
Reason for Referral: Extreme preoccupation with weight loss or weight gain - Answer Referral Specialist: Psychiatrist, psychologist, eating disorder specialist or RDN
Reason for Referral: Signs or symptoms of mental health issues - Answer Referral Specialist: Psychiatrist, psychologist, EMS (if life-threatening) [Show Less]