Safety & Infection Control Flashcards

A client discloses a diagnosis during a session. Which action best protects client confidentiality?

Answer: Storing notes in a locked or secured system with limited access

Secure storage with limited access protects sensitive client health information.

A practitioner notices a client has symptoms that may indicate a serious medical condition. What is the appropriate response within scope of practice?

Answer: Refer the client to a licensed medical provider

Nutritional therapy practitioners do not diagnose or treat disease and should refer out when red flags appear.

Why is it important to ask clients about medications before recommending supplements?

Answer: To identify potential nutrient-drug interactions

Some supplements, such as vitamin K or St. John's wort, can interact with medications and alter their effects.

Which food allergen group is among the 'Big 9' major allergens in the United States?

Answer: Sesame

Sesame was added in 2023 to the major allergens: milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, and sesame.

What is the best way to store dietary supplements to preserve safety and potency?

Answer: In a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

Heat, light, and moisture degrade many supplements and can reduce potency.

Which statement about informed consent in a nutritional therapy practice is most accurate?

Answer: Clients should understand the scope, risks, and limits of services before beginning

Informed consent ensures clients understand what services are and are not provided.

A client with a known peanut allergy attends a cooking class. Which step is most important?

Answer: Prevent allergen exposure by using clean equipment and checking ingredient labels

Preventing cross-contact with allergens requires clean equipment and careful label reading.