Diabetes Nutrition Education: An Introduction for Interpreters

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Expert: Debra Hook, Registered Dietitian Nutrition Solutions
Length: 38 minutes
Cost: $11.00
Approved CEUs: ATA=1.000, CCHI=0.750, IMIA=0.075, WA-DSHS=0.000, RID=0.075 PS*
*Sign language interpreters requiring RID credit, must CLICK HERE to complete PINRA form BEFORE taking this activity.
Description: In this interview, Registered Dietician Debra Hook explains special considerations for communicating with patients when providing nutrition education to diabetics in inpatient and outpatient settings. Over 100 medical terms are introduced and available for review using the corresponding online glossary. Ms. Hook holds a master’s degree and is a licensed Registered Dietician. She provides clinical services at various hospitals in Orange County, California and is the owner of Nutrition Solutions, for which she provides home-based services, focusing primarily on diabetic issues and children’s health.
Learning Objectives:
  1. To understand the communication goals of dietitians in diabetes education encounters.
  2. To learn common, specialized diabetes education terminology.
  3. To learn about practical guidelines for interpreting for a diabetes education encounter.

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