MNT Chapter 1 Questions with Accurate Answers

MNT Chapter 1 Questions with
Accurate Answers
Attitude: correct answer - Reflection of values
- Consider fairness and responsibility


Competencies correct answer - Cognitive process to make clinical judgments
- Medical problem solving
• Scientific method: critically reviewed research
• Evidence-based dietetics practice
• Problem solving
• Decision making
• Diagnostic reasoning


Definition of knowledge: correct answer Minimum level based on Standards of
Education of the ADA set by CADE
- Continually changing and expanding
knowledge and skills
- Continuing Education as professionals


Definition of MNT by AND correct answer nutritional diagnostic, therapy and
counseling
services for the purpose of disease
management, which are furnished by a RD or
nutrition professional

, Experience: correct answer - Supervised practice
• Dietetic internship or coordinated program
- Continued application and practice as a
professional


List of Government Sources correct answer • Veteran's Health Administration
• DOD hospitals and clinics
• PHS's - Indian Health Service
• Public Health Programs
- Local and state
• DOJ's - Federal Bureau of Prisons
• Worker's compensation


Medical and osteopathic Doctor correct answer Education- four year post-
bachelor degree plus internship and residency
Degree Initials- MD; DO
Credentialing- state licensure exam


Nurse correct answer Education- tow or four year degree
Degree Initials- AA or BSN
Credentialing- State licensure exam


Occupational Therapist correct answer Education - Master's degree
Degree Initials - MOT, MS, MA