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The term 'dietitian' was in use before the science of nutrition became an accepted discipline?
The term 'dietitian' was in use before the science of nutrition became an accepted discipline?
True
The use of diet in the treatment of disease was solely based on scientific knowledge?
The use of diet in the treatment of disease was solely based on scientific knowledge?
False
Before the science of nutrition became an accepted discipline, who besides physicians practiced and taught about good dietary practices?
Before the science of nutrition became an accepted discipline, who besides physicians practiced and taught about good dietary practices?
False
The role of the dietitian has remained unchanged in the past 50 years?
The role of the dietitian has remained unchanged in the past 50 years?
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Clinical dietitians specialize in work in non-healthcare settings?
Clinical dietitians specialize in work in non-healthcare settings?
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The primary role of a clinical dietitian is to design exercise programs for patients.
The primary role of a clinical dietitian is to design exercise programs for patients.
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Registered Dietitians (RDs) have achieved additional certification in areas such as pediatric nutrition.
Registered Dietitians (RDs) have achieved additional certification in areas such as pediatric nutrition.
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Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) is a technician who has completed registration eligibility requirements established by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) is a technician who has completed registration eligibility requirements established by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
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One of the characteristics of dietetic practice that qualifies it for professional status is putting personal considerations above service to the client.
One of the characteristics of dietetic practice that qualifies it for professional status is putting personal considerations above service to the client.
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Dietitians work in settings such as schools, day care centers, and correctional facilities to manage foodservice operations, planning menus and purchasing food.
Dietitians work in settings such as schools, day care centers, and correctional facilities to manage foodservice operations, planning menus and purchasing food.
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