Swot analysis in understanding the role of nutritionists in promoting optimal nutritional well-being of Malaysians

Mazman, Atikah Wardah (2020) Swot analysis in understanding the role of nutritionists in promoting optimal nutritional well-being of Malaysians. [Project Paper] (Submitted)

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Abstract

Nutritionists are trained to promote optimal nutritional well-being of the population and control nutrition-related diseases at different settings. This is a mixed-method study that consists of a cross-sectional study at Phase I and a qualitative study at Phase II. The Phase I of the study aims to assess socio-demographic background and job-scope of nutritionists, while Phase II of the study aims to explore the role of nutritionists in promoting optimal nutritional well-being based on SWOT analysis. A total of 63 nutritionists answered an online survey form in the Phase I of the study, while five of them proceed with an in-depth interview by researcher in Phase II of the study. The study showed that the most common roles of nutritionists were i) advocate nutritional well-being (82.5%), ii) monitor and evaluate nutritional status (60.3%), and iii) provide technical advice and consultations in nutrition and nutrition-related matters (58.7%). A majority of the nutritionists (76.2%) perceived their current job-scope fit in nutrition field. There were significant associations of company type (χ2=12.108, p<0.05), work area (χ2=5.968, p<0.05), and further study (χ2=4.917, p<0.05) with perceived job fit. Based on the SWOT analysis, comprehensive nutrition trainings and fieldwork experiences were identified as the key strengths of nutritionists, while heavy workloads and lack of job opportunities were their weaknesses. The key opportunity indicated by the nutritionists was able to collaborate with multiple agencies, while the presence of unqualified nutritionists was considered as the key treat. Nutritionists were very positive with the AHP Act as the act will be able to protect their nutrition profession and enable nutritionist to be recognized by the public. In conclusion, the present study highlighted that nutritionists are cleared about the roles and job-scope in nutrition field. The findings can be considered when detailing out the implementation of AHP Act for nutrition profession and future training for nutritionists.

Item Type:	Project Paper
Faculty:	Faculty of Medicine and Health Science
Depositing User:	Ms Norafizah Radzuan
Date Deposited:	04 Sep 2023 03:51
Last Modified:	04 Sep 2023 03:51
URI:	http://psaspb.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/1249

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