Increased competency of registered dietitian nutritionists in physical examination skills after simulation-based education in the United States

This study aimed to translate simulation-based dietitian nutritionist education to clinical competency attainment in a group of practicing registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs). Using a standardized instrument to measure performance on a newly-required clinical skill, the nutrition-focused physical exam (NFPE), competence was measured both before and after a simulation-based education (SBE) session. Eighteen practicing RDNs were recruited by their employer, Spectrum Health.