Question 1

What is the main focus of the field of food science?

Accepted Answer

Food science primarily focuses on the study of food outside of the body, including its composition, processing, preservation, and safety.

Question 2

Which of the following organizations, previously called the American Institute of Nutrition, is open to individuals who have published meritorious nutrition research?

Accepted Answer

The organization previously known as the American Institute of Nutrition is now called the American Society for Nutrition (ASN). It is open to individuals who have published meritorious nutrition research.

Question 3

A health professional who counsels people about their medical nutrition therapy is called a(n)

Accepted Answer

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN) are health professionals specifically trained to provide medical nutrition therapy and counseling to individuals, making them the correct choice for this description.

Question 4

How many dietitian nutritionists are employed in the teaching area of dietetic practice?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

Providing nutrition care in clinical settings to manage diet-related conditions like heart disease and diabetes is referred to as

Accepted Answer

Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) involves the assessment of the nutritional status of patients with a condition, illness, or injury that puts them at risk, followed by the creation of a treatment plan, which may include diet modification and specialized nutrition counseling to manage or improve their condition.

Question 6

A list of accredited nutrition and dietetics programs is available on the website www.eatright.org , a site that is maintained by

Accepted Answer

The website www.eatright.org is maintained by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), which is the organization responsible for accrediting nutrition and dietetics programs.

Question 7

Which profession's registration requirements consist of completing an approved 4-year college degree, exam, internship, and ongoing continuing professional education?

Accepted Answer

The profession of a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) requires completing an approved 4-year college degree, passing a national examination, completing an accredited supervised internship, and engaging in ongoing continuing professional education to maintain registration.

Question 8

RDNs follow the standardized process for providing high-quality nutrition care by implementing

Accepted Answer

RDNs (Registered Dietitian Nutritionists) follow the Nutrition Care Process, a standardized approach to providing high-quality nutrition care.

Question 9

A person who has just been diagnosed with diabetes would receive counseling from a registered dietician (RD) with which credential?

Accepted Answer

A certified diabetes educator (CDE) is a healthcare professional specialized in teaching and supporting individuals with diabetes to manage their condition. This credential is most relevant for a newly diagnosed diabetic patient seeking dietary counseling.

Question 10

Cereal Foods World is most likely read by a member of which of the following professional associations?

Accepted Answer

Cereal Foods World is a publication that would be of interest to professionals involved in the cereal chemistry and processing industry, making the American Association of Cereal Chemists International the most relevant professional association for its readership.

Question 11

Which of the following words is a generic term that has no professional definition?

Accepted Answer

Nutritionist is a generic term that has no professional definition, meaning it is not protected by law in many places. This allows anyone to call themselves a nutritionist regardless of their level of education or training. In contrast, titles like dietician and nutrition dietetic technician are often protected by law and require specific qualifications and certifications.

Question 12

What does RCA stands for?

Accepted Answer

RCA stands for Research Chefs Association, which is a professional organization dedicated to the development and promotion of the field of Culinology® - the blending of culinary arts and the science of food.

Question 13

Which professional association is for those in the food-service industry?

Accepted Answer

The American Culinary Federation (ACF) is the professional association for chefs and others working in the food-service industry.

Question 14

What does FAO stands for?

Accepted Answer

FAO stands for Food and Agriculture Organization.

Question 15

Which of the following is not one of the positions offered to a food scientist?

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

What type of nutrition professional would work with the WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program?

Accepted Answer

Community dietitians work with public health programs like WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) to provide nutrition education and services to specific groups within the community.

Question 17

The three major branches in the food and nutrition field include all of the following except

Accepted Answer

Food manufacturing is not typically classified as a major branch within the food and nutrition field. The three main branches are food science, which deals with the quality, safety, and nutritional aspects of food; food service, which involves the preparation, delivery, and management of food; and nutrition science and dietetics, focusing on the study of food's impact on health, as well as the planning and supervision of meal programs in various settings.

Question 18

Nutrition science looks at

Accepted Answer

Nutrition science encompasses the study of nutrient breakdown, absorption, cellular entry, and reactions within living systems, the impact of nutrient deficiencies and excesses on health, and the application of medical nutrition therapy to address diet-related health conditions.

Question 19

Which area of dietetic practice employs the largest percentage of registered dietitians?

Accepted Answer

Clinical dietetics employs the largest percentage of registered dietitians. This area focuses on providing medical nutrition therapy in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and other healthcare settings, playing a crucial role in patient care and recovery.

Question 20

Which of the following answers best describes the focus of nutrition science?

Accepted Answer

Nutrition science primarily focuses on the relationship between the food consumed and its effects on the body, including how nutrients are processed and utilized for health.

Quiz 30: Careers in Food and Nutrition