24 Del. Admin. Code § 3800-6.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 5, November 1, 2024

Section 3800-6.0 - Code of Ethics. [24 Del.C. Section 3811(a)(4).]

6.1 The LDN provides professional service with objectivity and with respect for the unique needs and values of individuals, avoiding discrimination on the basis of race, creed, gender, national origin, age or disability.

6.2 The LDN accurately presents professional qualifications and credentials and does not permit the use of these credentials by an unqualified person.

6.3 The LDN remains free of conflict of interest and promotes or endorses products/services in a manner that is neither false nor misleading.

6.4 The LDN assumes responsibility and accountability for personal competence in practice through continuing professional education and adherence to accepted standards of practice.

6.5 The LDN shall recognize and exercise professional judgment within the limits of his/her qualifications and shall not accept or perform professional responsibilities which the LDN is not qualified to perform.

6.6 The LDN practices nutrition/dietetics based on scientific principles and current substantiated information without personal bias, enabling clients to make informed decisions.

6.7 The LDN maintains the confidentiality of information obtained from clients and maintains records relating to services provided to a client in the course of a professional relationship.

6.8 The LDN conducts himself/herself with honesty, integrity and fairness, advertises services in a factual, straightforward manner, and fulfills professional commitments in good faith.

6.9 The LDN shall not engage in dietetic practice while under the influence of alcohol or drugs which impair the provision of such practice.

6.10 The LDN shall be responsible for reporting alleged misrepresentation or violations of the Code of Ethics to the State Committee of Dietetics/Nutrition.

24 Del. Admin. Code § 3800-6.0

13 DE Reg. 414 (09/01/09)
19 DE Reg. 933 (4/1/2016) (Final)