This CPE program gives a more in-depth review of the important role that plant-based nutrition has in health and chronic conditions. Since this topic touches every nutrition professional’s lives, this is an excellent topic to use for an assessment of knowledge and skills.
Using a Whole-Foods, Plant-Based Eating Pattern to Support Disease Management
Course Expires April 23, 2027
Credits: 24
Profession:
RDN/NDTR
Required Reading 1
Purchase this Product
Earn 24 CPEs while reviewing the benefits of a whole-foods, plant-based eating pattern to prevent and treat disease with this case-based self study course!
The required reading for this course presents the uses, benefits, and practical application of plant-based diets to support disease prevention and management. The editors of the required reading are British, and it is written from the British perspective (with British spelling and terminology) but is applicable to readers around the world.
The required reading takes both a holistic and a systems-based (heart, respiratory system, diabetes, kidneys, liver, gut) approach to whole-food, plant-based diets, based on the contributors’ and editors’ interpretation of the scientific literature. Research on the benefits of using plant-based diets to prevent and treat disease is presented in every chapter of the required reading. Topics discussed include but are not limited to cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, nephrology, chronic inflammation, and GI disorders.
This course is appropriate for registered dietitian nutritionists and nutrition and dietetic technicians, registered. A case-study based CPE examination helps the reader apply information in the course to their personal and professional goals, work setting, and patient population.
British terminology and spelling is sometimes used in the required reading. The reader is encouraged to look up terms that might be confusing to them to assure a complete understanding of the content.
.Course includes hard copy book, electronic test and 1 certificate with passing grade.
Already have the book? Under “Product Options” simply choose “CPE Test Only ” to purchase the CPE Self-Study Program.
After completion of this CPE program, participants will be able to:
- Integrate relevant information on whole-food, plant-based diets with previous learning, experience, professional knowledge, and current practice models.
- Integrate knowledge of biological, physical, and social sciences with knowledge of food and nutrition to make decisions related to nutrition care for persons consuming whole food plant-based diets.
- Differentiate between outdated and current evidence-based practice related to using whole food, plant-based diets for the prevention and management of diseases and clinical conditions.
- Analyze new information and how it impacts medical nutrition therapy for patients consuming whole food, plant-based diets.
This course is intended for: RDNs and NDTRs
CDR Activity Number: 182951 Self Study Activity Type: 720 Printed
CPE Level: 2
Suggested CDR Performance Indicators:
-
- 4.2.6 Integrates relevant information with previous learning, experience, professional knowledge, and current practice models.
- 8.1.2 Integrates knowledge of biological, physical, and social sciences with knowledge of food and nutrition to make decisions related to nutrition care.
- 8.2.2 Differentiates between outdated and current evidence-based practice related to the management of diseases and clinical conditions.
- 8.2.3 Analyzes new information and how it impacts medical nutrition therapy.
Note: Numerous other Performance Indicators may apply.
The answer to Test Your Knowledge is “b. consume at least 1 g protein/kg of body weight.”
This self-study course includes required reading, a downloadable course document and an online exam with multiple choice, case study based questions. Upon passing the test, the learner can download and print the certificate.
Required Reading for this Course: Plant-Based Nutrition in Clinical Practice
Disclaimer: The text associated with this course is required solely for the course taker to learn the underlying principles that will be applied in taking a case-study based exam. Neither the authors nor the publishers of the text/book have contributed to or endorsed this course.
Praise for Becky Dorner & Associates
This CPE course encourages RDNs and NDTRs to continue to demonstrate their value as a part of the interdisciplinary team and to assert themselves into becoming a leader within their facilities and workplaces.
Justifying the Need for Quality Measures and Nutrition-Focused Quality Improvement Programs in Skilled Nursing Facilities
Elizabeth Reynolds, RDN, LD
Justifying the Need for Quality Measures and Nutrition-Focused Quality Improvement Programs in Skilled Nursing Facilities
Elizabeth Reynolds, RDN, LD
This was a very comprehensive and thorough dive into PCOS, which affects so many women currently. The required reading was easy-to-read, enjoyable, and had interesting case studies to follow. The self study course offered challenging questions with quite a few distractors, which…
Managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Course
Ashley Sponsky, MS, RD, LDN
Managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Course
Ashley Sponsky, MS, RD, LDN
This is a much needed focus area for clinicians. I work in behavioral health and so many people, RDs included, completely neglect healthy eating basics as part of their interaction with patients. My patients often have extremely unhealthy, erratic eating habits. Many…
Stronger Mental Health through Diet and Lifestyle Course
Lori Stevens, RD, LDN
Stronger Mental Health through Diet and Lifestyle Course
Lori Stevens, RD, LDN
I learned a lot about the benefits of time-restricted eating with this CPE program! Before taking this course, I mistakenly believed time-restricted eating was simply about calorie restriction. A better understanding of the research and the metabolic benefits of time-restricted eating will…
Time-Restricted Eating, Energy Intake, and Dietary Quality Self-Study course
Lori Stevens, RD, LDN
Time-Restricted Eating, Energy Intake, and Dietary Quality Self-Study course
Lori Stevens, RD, LDN
As RDNs and clinicians, we are subject to our own biases and understanding of how things “work” and like others, we are susceptible to fads, falsehoods and misinformation. The required reading and self study course is a powerful tool against misinformation as…
Diet, Exercise, and Energy Metabolism Course
Lori Stevens, RD, LDN
Diet, Exercise, and Energy Metabolism Course
Lori Stevens, RD, LDN
This is a great CPE program with realistic and appropriate case studies! A practitioner using this course will gain a much better understanding of putting the pieces together and accurately diagnosing malnutrition status.
Nutrition Focused Physical Exam Course
Lori Stevens, RD, LDN
Nutrition Focused Physical Exam Course
Lori Stevens, RD, LDN
Related Products
Popular Products
Join Our FREE eNewsletter & Create An Account
Get 20% off your first order and receive regular updates and new product announcements! Create an account now.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.