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Importance of Topic to Practice
The use of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) model and the Nutrition Care Process Terminology (NCPT) (formerly International Dietetics and Nutrition Terminology (IDNT)) are internationally recognized as being important ways to promote and advance the dietetic profession. The NCP model provides a standardized approach to nutrition care while being communicated with consistent terminology through NCPT. This standardization contributes to improved reporting and