Eat Right Practice Exam

A community nutritionist aims to understand the eating habits and preferences of a community, particularly regarding locally grown foods. A survey is an effective tool for this purpose because it allows for the collection of quantitative data from a larger population. Surveys can be designed to target specific questions about food consumption, frequency, and preferences, making it an ideal method for gathering information about commonly consumed locally grown foods.

Surveys typically include questions that can capture a wide range of data points, such as the types of foods eaten, frequency of consumption, and demographic information about respondents. This breadth of information can help the nutritionist identify trends and commonalities within the community, which can guide program planning, interventions, and education efforts.

While focus groups could also provide qualitative insights about community food preferences, they tend to involve a smaller, more selective group of individuals, which may not represent the entire community accurately. A focus group can delve deep into attitudes and perceptions but is less effective for determining frequently consumed items on a broader scale. The other options, such as health risk appraisal and screening, are generally used for assessing health-related behaviors and risks rather than specific dietary habits, thus making them less suitable for identifying local food consumption patterns.