ISSA Professional Standards & Competencies 3

Question 1

Which scenario represents a conflict of interest that an ISSA nutritionist must disclose to a client?

Accepted Answer

Receiving commissions for recommending a specific supplement brand

Answer

Financial relationships with supplement companies create conflicts of interest that must be disclosed to maintain transparency and trust.

Question 2

The concept of 'informed consent' in nutrition practice means the client:

Accepted Answer

Understands the services provided, associated risks, and their right to withdraw

Answer

Informed consent requires that clients understand what services will be provided, potential risks, and that participation is voluntary.

Question 3

An ISSA nutritionist uses social media to market their services. Which post would be MOST professionally appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Posting evidence-based nutrition tips with proper citations

Answer

Sharing evidence-based, properly cited information reflects professional integrity and adherence to truthful advertising standards.

Question 4

A client reports symptoms of an eating disorder. What is the ISSA nutritionist's first priority?

Accepted Answer

Refer the client to a mental health professional specializing in eating disorders

Answer

Eating disorders require multidisciplinary mental health care beyond the nutritionist's scope; immediate referral is the ethical standard.

Question 5

Which behavior demonstrates professional boundary maintenance for an ISSA nutritionist?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining a formal, service-oriented relationship focused on nutrition goals

Answer

Maintaining professional boundaries means keeping the relationship focused on the nutritionist's scope and avoiding dual relationships.

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association Certified Nutritionist Practice Test