Please read the Participant Information and Consent form below. By clicking 'yes'you consent to participating in the study.
| The research is being carried out in partial fulfilment of a PhD under the supervision of Regina Belski. The following researchers will be conducting the study: - Principal Investigator: Professor Regina Belski La Trobe University
- Student Investigator: Ethan Said La Trobe University
- Co-investigator: Senior Lecturer Annie Lassemillante Cornette La Trobe University
- Co-investigator: Associate Professor Deanna Horvath La Trobe University
- Co-investigator: Professor Matt Cooke La Trobe University
- Co-investigator: Associate Professor Gary Slater Australian Institute of Sport
Title: Investigating and analysing the usage, perceptions, enablers, and barriers to using a taxonomy in Australian sports dietitians. |
| Role | Name | Organisation |
| Student | Ethan Said | Department of sport, exercise, and nutrition sciences |
| Research funder | This research is supported by in kind support by La Trobe University. | |
1. What is the study about?
You are invited to participate in a study investigating the usage, enablers and barriers, and perceptions to using a taxonomy (language classification system such as the NCPT) in sports dietetics. We hope to learn about the perceptions of sports dietitians and other health professionals regarding usage, perceptions, and enablers and barriers to using a taxonomy.
2. Do I have to participate?
Being part of this study is voluntary. If you want to be part of the study we ask that you read the information below carefully.
You can read the information below and decide at the end if you do not want to participate. If you decide not to participate this won't affect your relationship with La Trobe University or any other listed organisation.
3. Who is being asked to participate?
You have been asked to participate because:
- You are a member of Sports Dietitians Australia.
4. What will I be asked to do?
If you want to take part in this study, we will ask you to complete a survey on RedCap whereby all answers will be anonymous. It will take approximately 10-15 minutes of your time to be part of this study.
5. What are the benefits?
This study aims to analyse the enablers and barriers to utilising a taxonomy. The implications of the findings from this study can lead to recommendations in how utilisation of a taxonomy can be implemented in sports dietetics. Implementing a taxonomy could lead to an increase in the quality and consistency of dietetic care to the athlete as it provides a standardised language and also helps capture data for the practitioner. Additionally, capturing the data through a taxonomy can work as evidence for sports dietitians to advocate for their importance in athletic performance and thus advocate for increased employment opportunities and stability.
6. What are the risks?
With any study there are (1) risks we know about, (2) risks we don't know about, and (3) risks we don't expect. If you experience something that you aren't sure about, please contact us immediately so we can discuss the best way to manage your concerns.
For this study there are 2 identified risks which will be minimised. They are:
- Risk of survey causing discomfort. This will be minimised via researchers cross checking the survey to make sure no distressing questions are asked. Participants may also exit the survey at any time.
- Risk of potentially being identified in the study. This will be minimised via de-identification.
In both cases participants are encouraged to contact investigators listed on the PICF if they have any questions or concerns. Additionally, participants are encouraged to utilise the support services available to them (link at the bottom of the page) if they feel inclined to do so.
| Name/Organisation | Position | Telephone | Email |
| Regina Belski | Principal Investigator | +61 3 9479 6059 | Regina.Belski@latrobe.edu.au |
| Ethan Said | Student Investigator | n/a | e.said@latrobe.edu.au |
7. What will happen to information about me?
By clicking "Yes" at the bottom of this page, this tells us you want to take part in the study.
We will collect information about you in ways that may reveal who you are, so you will be given a deidentified code.
We will store information about you in ways that may reveal who you are, so you will be given a deidentified code.
We will publish information about you in ways that will not be identified in any type of publication from this study.
We will keep your information for 5 years after the project is completed. After this time, we will destroy all of your data.
The storage, transfer and destruction of your data will be undertaken in accordance with the Research Data Management Policy https://policies.latrobe.edu.au/document/view.php?id=106/.
The personal information you provide will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws, any health information collected will be handled in accordance with the Health Records Act 2001 (Vic). Subject to any exceptions in relevant laws, you have the right to access and correct your personal information by contacting the research team.
8. Will I hear about the results of the study?
A lay summary of overall results from the study can be emailed to participants upon request. Participants can contact Ethan Said. Additionally, a summary of all the results from the survey will be presented to the respective focus groups (ex. Dietitian survey results with the dietitian focus group) in the future, as part of a larger study.
9. What if I change my mind?
If you no longer want to complete the questionnaire, simply close the web browser. If you change your mind after clicking on the 'Submit' button, we cannot withdraw your responses because we cannot link who you are with your questionnaire responses.
Your decision to withdraw at any point will not affect your relationship with La Trobe University or any other organisation listed.
10. Who can I contact for questions or want more information?
If you would like to speak to us, please use the contact details below:
| Name/Organisation | Position | Telephone | Email |
| Regina Belski | Principal Investigator | +61 3 9479 6059 | Regina.Belski@latrobe.edu.au |
| Ethan Said | Student Investigator | n/a | e.said@latrobe.edu.au |
11. What if I have a complaint?
If you have a complaint about any part of this study, please contact:
| Ethics Reference Number | Position | Telephone | Email |
| HEC24010 | Senior Research Ethics Officer | +61 3 9479 1443 | humanethics@latrobe.edu.au |
12. Support services
If you require the use of support services, please find the relevant support services to your requirements here:
Lifeline Text and chat available via https://www.lifeline.org.au/get-help/ or call 13 11 14 for 24/7 crisis support.
If you need support, free support can be found by calling 1300 22 4636 for a consultation call or at the link below:
Beyond Blue | 24/7 Support for Anxiety, Depression and Suicide Prevention - Beyond Blue
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