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Quiz Module 9 – ANSWERS 1. Which of the following statements is true regarding the titles of Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist? • The title of Registered Dietitian is protected by law in some provinces in the country. • To use the title "Registered Dietitian", the health professional must be a member of the professional order of dietitians in the province in which he or she practices. • A Nutritionist works in community health, whereas a Dietitian works directly with patients. • The title of Nutritionist is only protected in Quebec. 2. Regarding the training required to practice dietetics, which of the following statements is false? • University programs that train dietitians must be accredited to nationally established standards. • The university program must cover many topics including general sciences, social sciences, communication, nutrition of the life cycles, food science, nutrition and disease (clinical nutrition), public (community) nutrition, and food service management. • Requires a university education including practical training and a master's degree in nutrition. • Requires university education and practical experience (internships). 3. Who has the role of regulating and monitoring the practice of the profession and managing disciplinary processes? • Professional associations • Professional orders • Labor standards for health professionals • Both profession orders and associations 4. Which of the following functions is not applicable to a dietitian's role? • Ensure food safety in food services and place orders with suppliers. • Identify nutritional problems in a community and develop a program to promote healthy eating. • Give a medical diagnosis for a nutrition-related disease. • Identify nutritional problems and assess the nutritional status of a client 5. In which of the following work environments would you typically not find a dietitian? Mylène Rosa – NUT1304

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Hospital Sports clinic Biopharmaceutical industry (ex. Nestle, Mead Johnson, etc.) Private clinic Physiotherapy clinic Long-term care home Community health centre

6. Which of the following situations does not require the immediate intervention of a dietitian? • An individual who wants to lose weight for health reasons • A client diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes (insulin dependent) • A young girl suffering from acute pain in her lower abdomen • A top athlete who wants nutritional advice to improve his performance • A mom who wants advice on feeding her 1 month year old baby 7. Which of the following roles is not related to professionalism? • Ensuring that high standards of competence are maintained • Perform professional acts in accordance with virtues and morals • Act with equity and equality without judgement and discrimination • Agree to treat a client in a situation where there is a conflict of interest

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