Question 1

The terms 'nutritionist' and 'dietitian' can be used interchangeably.

Accepted Answer

A dietitian may refer to themselves as a nutritionist to reflect their broader,non-clinical role,but a nutritionist cannot use the title 'dietitian'.

Question 2

In Australia,the accreditation of nutritionists:

Accepted Answer

For nutritionists wanting to be accredited,the Nutrition Society of Australia has developed a comprehensive self-regulated credentialing system for nutritionists.

Question 3

Private practice is an area of growth within the dietetics profession.How much of the total Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA)membership does this sector represent?

Accepted Answer

The private sector currently represents nearly a third of total DAA membership.

Question 4

To be eligible to become an accredited practicing dietitian (APD)with the Dietitians Association of Australia,a person must complete which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Dietitians in Australia are eligible to become APDs with the Dietitians Association of Australia after the completion of a defined and ongoing professional development program and at least one year of mentorship.

Question 5

Membership of the Dietitians Association of Australia has almost doubled since 2008,which makes dietetics one of the largest allied health professions in Australia.

Accepted Answer

Despite the growth of dietetics in Australia,it remains a relatively small allied health profession,comparable in numbers to podiatry and optometry.

Question 6

To become an accredited practicing dietitian (APD),a person must undertake which of the following training programs?

Accepted Answer

APDs have completed a minimum four-year accredited Bachelor degree in nutrition and dietetics,or a relevant undergraduate degree followed by an accredited postgraduate qualification in nutrition and dietetics.

Question 7

Which of the following dietetic roles usually involves working in primary health care sites such as community health centres and in publicly funded services such as domiciliary care?

Accepted Answer

Community-based dietitians work in primary health care sites such as community health centres in metropolitan,rural and remote areas,non-government organisations,local governments (councils)and publicly funded community services such as domiciliary care.

Question 8

Dietetic training programs in Australia are reviewed regularly to ensure that their training meets what standards?

Accepted Answer

Dietetic training programs are reviewed regularly by the Dietitians Association of Australia to ensure that training meets its national competency standards for entry-level dietitians.

Question 9

The Department of Health has stated that dietetic and nutrition services are in demand.For what reason are these services in demand?

Accepted Answer

Dietetic and nutrition services are in demand due to an ageing population,the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases (such as cardiovascular disease)and their risk factors,and an obesity epidemic.

Question 10

Since the 1960s,what has been recognised as the largest cause of death for Australians?

Accepted Answer

Cardiovascular disease has been recognised since the 1960s as the largest cause of death for Australians (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare data).

Quiz 20: Nutrition and Dietetics: Promoting Health for All Australians