Registered Dietitian
Registered dietitians, or nutritionists, assess and provide for the nutritional needs of the patient with a disability. They assist the physician and provide a treatment plan which may include the following:
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Ideal body weight, caloric, and dietary needs
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Foods that help facilitate swallowing
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Special diets
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Dietary modifications that need to be made as a result of the disability
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Tube feeding formulas and schedules for patients who are unable to swallow
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Patient and family education on nutrition topics related to diseases (i.e., diabetes)
Registered dietitians may practice in a variety of settings, including the following:
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Hospitals
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Inpatient rehabilitation centers
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Home health settings
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Private practice
Registered dietitians hold an undergraduate degree, and many have earned a master's degree in dietetics or nutrition science.
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