Asked by Andrea Brito on Sep 24, 2024

Which of the following is true regarding nutrition counseling in acute care settings?

A) Patients often know a registered dietitian was scheduled to see them.
B) Acute care (inpatient) is an ideal setting for nutrition counseling to occur.
C) Although time may be limited, relationship-building skills should still be emphasized.
D) It is appropriate to rush through the interview since time is limited.
E) You should conduct the counseling interview and session regardless of how the client is feeling because typically their stay will be short.

Acute Care Settings

Healthcare environments designed for short-term treatment of severe injuries or illnesses, surgical recovery, or urgent medical conditions.

Relationship-Building Skills

The abilities and techniques used to create, maintain, and enhance positive relationships with others.

  • Understand the significance of developing relationships in dietary guidance, including within settings of immediate medical care.
  • Identify the challenges of nutrition counseling in acute care settings and strategies to overcome them.