CN Professional Ethics & Communication 2

Question 1

A certified nutritionist is asked by a client to diagnose their persistent abdominal pain. What is the most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Refer the client to a licensed physician for medical diagnosis

Answer

Diagnosing medical conditions is outside a nutritionist's scope of practice, so referral to a physician is required.

Question 2

A nutritionist receives a commission for recommending a specific supplement brand to clients. Ethically, the nutritionist must:

Accepted Answer

Disclose the financial relationship to clients before recommending the product

Answer

Full disclosure of financial conflicts of interest is required to preserve client trust and informed decision-making.

Question 3

Which situation permits a nutritionist to share a client's health information without consent?

Accepted Answer

When required by law, such as a court order

Answer

Confidentiality may only be breached when legally mandated, such as by court order or imminent harm statutes.

Question 4

During an initial consultation, a client speaks limited English. The best communication approach is to:

Accepted Answer

Arrange for a qualified interpreter or translated materials

Answer

Qualified interpretation services ensure accurate, culturally competent communication and informed consent.

Question 5

A nutritionist notices a colleague consistently recommending an unproven detox protocol that could harm clients. The first appropriate step is to:

Accepted Answer

Address the concern directly with the colleague

Answer

Professional codes generally direct practitioners to first raise concerns collegially before escalating to formal reporting.

(CN) Certified Nutritionist Practice Test