THE DIARY GAME: MY WEDNESDAY ACTIVITIES:(20TH MARCH, 2024)
Shoot from huawei y9prime: Dietitians at General Hospital
Greetings stemming, I trust you are all good. For me, I'm good too. Allow me to share how my activities on Wednesday last week turned out. Have a happy reading.
A COURTESY VISIT TO THE GENERAL HOSPITAL.
A courtesy visit to the general hospital.
My colleagues and I went to the general hospital for a courtesy visit with the General Supretendent and the Head of Admin staff. To strength, the need for them to employ more of Dietitians in their facility.
Apparently, we are discussed the services a Dietitian can offer like; advice on food and nutrition to help people improve their health and well-being. Furthermore, to make sure that before employing any Dietitian, the person must be a registered Member of Dietitian Association of Nigeria (DAN) from an Accredited Institution.
Shoot from Huawei Y9prime: Before the meeting
Hence, if one's health condition concerns diet, the need for synergy between other health practitioners and referrals from Doctors. The dietitian will work closely with you and your doctor to develop a suitable diet for you.
Shoot from Huawei Y9prime: Cross section of Dietitians
In Nigeria, there is a difference between a dietitian and other nutritional health providers, including nutritionists. All dietitians are nutritionists, but nutritionists without a dietetics qualification can’t call themselves a dietitian.
As a profession, nutritionists aren’t regulated and can have limited qualifications. The dietetic profession is regulated. Dietitians in Nigeria, graduated from an approved Institution with a degree from any university on.
Dietitians understand how nutrition affects the body and use this knowledge when treating illness. Using the latest scientific information, dietitians partner with other health professionals to develop a personal plan to meet the needs of their patients or clients.
What to expect from a Dietitian
Shoot from Huawei Y9Prime: Dietitians at General Hospital
The initial consultation may run for around 60 to 90 minutes. The dietitian will ask detailed questions about your current diet, exercise habits, general health and lifestyle. These questions allow the dietitian to tailor an individual eating plan for your needs.
If you have a medical condition and have been referred to a dietitian by your doctor, the dietitian will work closely with your doctor. They may review blood and other test results to put together a suitable eating plan for you. You may be given written information to take home to help you achieve your healthy eating goals.
Follow-up appointments usually take around 30 to 45 minutes. They allow the dietitian to keep track of your progress, support you and fine-tune your eating plan. Your dietitian’s main goal is to give you the knowledge and skills to be able to make the best food choices and take care of your health.