CDN Cultural Competency in Nutrition 3

Question 1

A registered dietitian nutritionist is counseling an Orthodox Jewish client. Which action is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Provide meal plans that separate meat and dairy and exclude non-kosher foods

Answer

Kosher laws prohibit mixing meat and dairy and exclude pork and shellfish, which must be respected in nutrition planning.

Question 2

What is 'health literacy' and why is it especially relevant in cross-cultural nutrition counseling?

Accepted Answer

The capacity to obtain, process, and understand basic health information to make appropriate decisions

Answer

Health literacy affects a patient's ability to understand and act on nutrition advice, and may vary significantly across cultural and educational backgrounds.

Question 3

During a nutrition assessment of a Native American patient, the dietitian learns that traditional ceremonies involve consuming large amounts of certain foods. The most appropriate response is to:

Accepted Answer

Incorporate ceremony foods into the overall dietary plan and adjust surrounding meals

Answer

Integrating ceremonial and traditional food practices into the overall plan shows respect and promotes sustainable adherence.

Question 4

A Vietnamese patient preparing meals at home uses fish sauce heavily. The dietitian is concerned about sodium intake. The best approach is to:

Accepted Answer

Educate the patient on sodium content and suggest reduced-sodium fish sauce or smaller amounts

Answer

A culturally sensitive approach acknowledges the role of fish sauce in Vietnamese cuisine and offers practical, achievable modifications.

Question 5

Which factor is MOST important to assess when evaluating food security in a culturally diverse population?

Accepted Answer

Access to culturally appropriate and preferred foods

Answer

Food security in diverse populations includes not just caloric access but also availability of culturally relevant and preferred foods.

(CDN) Certified Dietician Nutritionist Practice Test

(CDN) Certified Dietician Nutritionist Practice Test

CDN Cultural Competency in Nutrition 3