Model and Process for Nutrition and Dietetic Practice

The Model and Process also articulates the specific skills, knowledge and critical reasoning that dietitians deploy, and the environmental factors that influence the practice of dietetics. [...] Background In the UK, the Nutrition and Dietetic Care Process was first described in the curriculum learning outcomes published by the Dietitians Board in 2000 and the Standards of Proficiency set by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) since 2007. [...] Benefits to using the Model and Process The Model and Process supports the development of consultation skills, clinical reasoning and a consistent standard of practice. [...] The immediate and most powerful influence is the relationship between the service user(s) and the professional. [...] Step 3: Strategy – define the outcome(s) (by the end of the intervention) and dietetic goals (by the next consultation) the dietitian and service user(s) aim to achieve.