If a dietitian does not have full knowledge of a disease, what is the ethical step?
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Correct answer: Consult or refer to an appropriate specialist
A dietitian must recognise the limits of professional knowledge and protect the patient from unsafe advice. The ethical response is to consult a suitably qualified specialist or refer the patient for further assessment. Guessing, frightening the patient, or giving incorrect advice can cause harm and violates professional responsibility.
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Consult or refer to an appropriate specialist
Why is this the correct answer?
A dietitian must recognise the limits of professional knowledge and protect the patient from unsafe advice. The ethical response is to consult a suitably qualified specialist or refer the patient for further assessment. Guessing, frightening the patient, or giving incorrect advice can cause harm and violates professional responsibility.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
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