CSSD Ethical Practices & Evidence-Based Guidelines 2

Question 1

A CSSD is asked by a supplement company to endorse a product in exchange for payment. What is the most ethically appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Decline unless the product has strong peer-reviewed evidence supporting its claims

Answer

CDR's Code of Ethics requires that RDs provide endorsements only for products they can support with credible evidence, and any financial relationships must be disclosed.

Question 2

Which study design provides the highest level of evidence when evaluating a nutrition intervention for athletic performance?

Accepted Answer

Randomized controlled trial

Answer

Randomized controlled trials sit at the top of the evidence hierarchy for evaluating causal effects of interventions.

Question 3

A college athlete discloses disordered eating patterns and asks the CSSD to keep it completely confidential from coaches and parents. The CSSD's ethical obligation is to:

Accepted Answer

Maintain confidentiality except when imminent harm risk exists, and discuss mandatory reporting limits upfront

Answer

Confidentiality is fundamental but has limits; practitioners should clarify these limits at intake and act when safety is at serious risk.

Question 4

The GRADE system used in evidence-based nutrition practice categorizes evidence quality primarily based on:

Accepted Answer

Study design, risk of bias, consistency, directness, and precision

Answer

GRADE evaluates multiple dimensions—not just sample size or funding—to assign evidence quality ratings from very low to high.

Question 5

A CSSD practicing in a state that does not license dietitians is approached by a client outside their usual scope. The best action is to:

Accepted Answer

Consult CDR scope of practice guidelines and refer if outside competency

Answer

Even without state licensure requirements, the CSSD must practice within competency boundaries defined by CDR and refer when necessary.

(CSSD) Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics Practice Test

(CSSD) Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics Practice Test

CSSD Ethical Practices & Evidence-Based Guidelines 2