The Profession of Dietetics: A Team Approach,9780781753234

The Profession of Dietetics: A Team Approach

by ;
Edition: 3rd
ISBN13: 9780781753234
ISBN10: 0781753236
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2005-04-18
Publisher(s): LWW
List Price: $53.50

Rent Textbook

Select for Price
Add to Cart
There was a problem. Please try again later.

New Textbook

We're Sorry
Sold Out

Used Textbook

We're Sorry
Sold Out

eTextbook

We're Sorry
Not Available

Buy from our Marketplace starting at $23.07

How Marketplace Works:

  • This item is offered by an independent seller and not shipped from our warehouse
  • Item details like edition and cover design may differ from our description; see seller's comments before ordering.
  • Sellers much confirm and ship within two business days; otherwise, the order will be cancelled and refunded.
  • Marketplace purchases cannot be returned to eCampus.com. Contact the seller directly for inquiries; if no response within two days, contact customer service.
  • Additional shipping costs apply to Marketplace purchases. Review shipping costs at checkout.

Summary

Thoroughly revised for the Third Edition, this essential text is a complete introduction to the profession of dietetics, providing a thorough yet concise overview from its earliest history to the present. Expert authors skillfully bring together a diverse range of content into one unique and efficient source.

Table of Contents

PART I THE PAST
1(28)
The Profession Is Born
3(26)
The Very Beginning
3(1)
The Middle Ages
4(1)
Progress (?) in the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries
5(7)
The Young Profession in the Twentieth Century
12(7)
Entering the Twenty-First Century
19(3)
Summary
22(3)
Profile: Ellyn Luros-Elson
24(1)
Suggested Activities
25(1)
Selected Web Sites
26(1)
References
26(1)
Suggested Reading
27(2)
PART II THE PRESENT
29(78)
The Dietetics Profession
31(22)
What Is Dietetics?
31(1)
What Is a Profession?
32(1)
How Is Dietetics a Profession?
33(1)
What Is a Registered Dietitian?
33(2)
Who Are Dietitians?
35(1)
Where Do Dietitians Work and What Do They Do?
36(4)
What Is the Salary Range for RDs and DTRs?
40(1)
Specialty Areas and New Employment Opportunities
41(3)
What Are Some of the Issues Facing Practice?
44(1)
A Brief Introduction to the Professional Association
45(1)
Summary
46(2)
Profile: Susan Mitchell
47(1)
Suggested Activities
48(1)
Selected Web Sites
49(1)
References
50(1)
Suggested Reading
50(3)
Joining Together: The Team Approach
53(30)
The History of the Healthcare Team Concept
54(1)
What Makes a Group a Team?
54(1)
Teamwork
55(1)
Fundamentals of Team Dynamics
56(3)
Team Development
59(1)
Communicating for Team Success
60(4)
What Makes a Work Team Effective?
64(2)
Members of the Healthcare Team
66(11)
Summary
77(2)
Profile: Barbara J. Christensen
78(1)
Suggested Activities
79(1)
Selected Web Sites
80(1)
References
81(1)
Suggested Reading
81(2)
Beginning Your Path to Success in Dietetics
83(24)
Who Are You?
83(1)
The Portfolio
83(7)
The Resume
90(5)
The Interview
95(4)
Summary
99(2)
Profile: Kevin Sauer
100(1)
Suggested Activities
101(1)
Suggested Reading
102(5)
PART III PREPARING FOR PRACTICE
107(60)
Dietetics Education and Training
109(18)
Have I Got a Plan for You!
109(1)
The Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education
110(1)
CADE's Standards and the Accreditation Process
110(2)
The Steps to Becoming a Registered Dietitian or Dietetic Technician, Registered
112(2)
The Academic Experience
114(1)
Distance Education in Dietetics
115(2)
Service Learning in Dietetics
117(1)
Verification of Academic Requirements
118(1)
Building a Professional Portfolio
118(1)
Graduate Education
119(2)
Summary
121(3)
Profile: R. Elaine Turner
121(2)
Profile: Monica L. Theis
123(1)
Suggested Activities
124(1)
Selected Web Sites
125(1)
References
125(2)
The Supervised Practice Experience
127(18)
Trying Your Wings
127(1)
Competencies for the Supervised Practice Component
128(1)
When Does Supervised Practice Occur?
128(1)
Making the Decision: Coordinated Program Versus Dietetic Internship
129(1)
Distance Internships
130(1)
Applying for the Supervised Practice Experience
131(2)
The Interview as Part of the Application Process
133(1)
Computer Matching for Dietetic Internships
134(1)
Match Day for Dietetic Internship Placement
134(1)
Being Successful in the Supervised Practice Experience
135(1)
When Supervised Practice Is Completed
135(6)
Summary
141(1)
Profile: Colleen Ross
141(1)
Suggested Activities
142(1)
Selected Web Sites
143(1)
References
144(1)
Credentialing
145(22)
Protecting the Public
145(1)
Commission on Dietetic Registration
145(1)
Dietetic Registration
146(1)
The Registration Examination
146(2)
Computer-Adaptive Testing
148(1)
Getting Ready for the Credentialing Examination
149(1)
Maintaining Registered Status
150(1)
Steps in Professional Portfolio Development
151(1)
CDR Self-Assessment Modules
151(1)
Licensure
152(1)
Specialty Certification
152(2)
Fellow of the American Dietetic Association
154(1)
Other Tools Supporting Professional Competence
155(1)
Summary
155(8)
Profile: Joyce Ann Gilbert
162(1)
Suggested Activities
163(1)
Selected Web Sites
164(1)
References
164(3)
PART IV PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
167(22)
The Major Professional Associations
169(20)
The American Dietetic Association
169(1)
Mission, Vision, Philosophy, and Values
170(2)
ADA Headquarters
172(1)
The Volunteer Element of ADA
172(1)
The Board of Directors
173(1)
The House of Delegates
173(1)
State Affiliates and District Dietetic Associations
174(1)
Dietetic Practice Groups
175(3)
Honors and Awards Bestowed by the American Dietetic Association
178(1)
Why Should I Be a Member of the American Dietetic Association?
179(1)
Other Professional Associations
179(3)
Summary
182(2)
Profile: Vista V. Suarez
182(1)
Profile: Leslie Bonci
183(1)
Suggested Activities
184(1)
Selected Web Sites
185(1)
References
186(3)
PART V THE FUTURE
189(24)
Trends, Predictions, and Your Future
191(8)
Societal Changes Affecting Dietetics
192(2)
Growth of Job Market for Dietetics Professionals
194(1)
Summary
194(2)
Profile: Matt D. Beekley
195(1)
Suggested Activities
196(1)
Selected Web Sites
196(1)
References
197(2)
Crossing the Bridge: From Student to Professional
199(14)
Professional Advice
200(2)
You Are Entering a Helping Profession
202(1)
Lifelong Learning
202(1)
Standards of Professional Practice
203(1)
Professional Ethics
203(1)
Commitment to the Profession
204(1)
Finally, Some Tips for Career Success
205(2)
Summary
207(2)
Profile: Amy Chu
208(1)
Suggested Activities
209(1)
References
210(1)
Suggested Reading
211(2)
Appendix Most Commonly Used Acronyms in the Dietetics Profession 213(4)
Index 217

An electronic version of this book is available through VitalSource.

This book is viewable on PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, and most smartphones.

By purchasing, you will be able to view this book online, as well as download it, for the chosen number of days.

Digital License

You are licensing a digital product for a set duration. Durations are set forth in the product description, with "Lifetime" typically meaning five (5) years of online access and permanent download to a supported device. All licenses are non-transferable.

More details can be found here.

A downloadable version of this book is available through the eCampus Reader or compatible Adobe readers.

Applications are available on iOS, Android, PC, Mac, and Windows Mobile platforms.

Please view the compatibility matrix prior to purchase.