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to 8 years, and are designed to provide clear roadmaps to provision of services to clients.42,43
Referral to a registered dietitian nutritionist within 6 mo of diagnosis
Initial education visits (3–4) of 45–90 min each
Subsequent monitoring visits to assess need for additional follow-up
An annual visit to assess status and reinforce necessary lifestyle changes

Table 9-3 ■ Nutrition Intervention Recommendations for Diet-Related Chronic Disease

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