Why should a dietitian understand a patient’s economic condition?
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Correct answer: To give practical and affordable diet advice
A diet plan is useful only when the patient can realistically obtain and prepare the recommended foods. Understanding income, food availability and household resources enables the dietitian to suggest affordable local alternatives while meeting nutritional and therapeutic goals. Costly, unrealistic advice can reduce adherence and increase inequality. Economic information should be used respectfully, never to judge or discriminate.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
To give practical and affordable diet advice
Why is this the correct answer?
A diet plan is useful only when the patient can realistically obtain and prepare the recommended foods. Understanding income, food availability and household resources enables the dietitian to suggest affordable local alternatives while meeting nutritional and therapeutic goals. Costly, unrealistic advice can reduce adherence and increase inequality. Economic information should be used respectfully, never to judge or discriminate.
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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