RD Exam Practice Test 1 (CDR)
Which of the following ratios indicates an organization's ability to meet current financial obligations? Liquidity Operating Activity Profitability
The correct answer is A. "Current" signifies within 12 months. Liquidity is ease with which assets (ie, cash, accounts receivable, inventory, and prepaid expenses) can be converted to cash. Therefore, liquidity ratios indicate an organization's ability to repay its debts within the next 12 months or its ability to meet current obligations. Operating ratios indicate an operation's success in generating sales and controlling expenses (eg, food and labor cost percentages). Activity ratios examine how effectively an organization utilizes its assets (eg, inventory turnover). Profitability ratios measure an organization's ability to generate profit in relation to sales.
The first step toward attaining cultural competence is for the dietetics professional to _____. examine his/her own cultural background study the relevant cultural norms, values, and practicalities of the daily lives of clients identify cultural variations in family relationships note culturally-specific health beliefs and practices
The correct answer is A. According to this book, dietetics practitioners must first examine their own cultural backgrounds before understanding others.
The Emergency Food Assistance Program and the Disaster Feeding Program are examples of food distribution programs. Which of the following statements best describes the similarities of the two programs? Both programs may serve children, adolescent, and other age groups and provide commodity foods to local food distribution and service agencies. Both programs serve children and adolescents and provide commodity foods to local food distribution and service agencies Both programs serve low-income populations and supplemental food supplies are either distributed to individual households or as meals served in congregate dining centers. Both programs may serve children, adolescent, and other age groups and food supplies are either distributed to individual households or as meals served in congregate dining centers.
The correct answer is A. Both of these programs serve children, adolescent and other age groups and provide commodity foods that serve meals. The Emergency Food Assistance Program does not distribute to individual households.
Which type of rice is whole-grain with only the outer hull removed? Brown White Wild Long-grain
The correct answer is A. Brown rice is whole-grain with only the outer hull removed. It retains most of the bran layers that give it a light brown color. White rice has been milled to remove the outer husk and layers of bran. Long-grain rice refers to the length of the rice. Wild rice is not a true rice but is a large rice-looking weed of an aquatic reed-like grass.
Which of the following foods must a child with phenylketonuria avoid? Egg Banana Rice French fries
The correct answer is A. Children with phenylketonuria are unable to metabolize the amino acid phenylalanine to tyrosine because of a deficiency or inactivity of phenylalanine hydroxylase. Thus, phenylalanine intake must be restricted to the amount needed for protein synthesis. To accomplish this, protein needs to be limited and all high-protein foods, including eggs, milk, cheese, nuts, beans and meat, should be avoided.
Dietetics professionals can expect about one in _____ of their clients to have a disability that will require special accommodations. 5 15 25 50
The correct answer is A. Current statistics demonstrate that 20% of clients may have a disability.
Daily Values are nutrient standards derived from the Daily Reference Values and the Reference Daily Intakes. Recommended Dietary Intakes. Reference Dietary Allowances. Recommended Daily Allowances.
The correct answer is A. Daily Values are nutrient standards derived from the Daily Reference Values (DRV) and Reference Daily Intakes (RDI). DRVs are provided for total fat, saturated fat, cholesterol, total carbohydrate, dietary fiber, sodium, potassium, and protein. RDIs are provided for vitamins; minerals; and protein for children younger than 4 years of age and for pregnant and lactating women. In order to limit consumer confusion, however, the label includes a single term (ie, Daily Value [DV]), to designate both the DRVs and RDIs.
Which term best describes overall space planning that includes defining the size, shape, style, and decoration? Design Layout Blueprint Scheme
The correct answer is A. Design refers to the overall space planning; layout is the detailed arrangement of a building and its floor and/or counter space; and blueprint is what the architect will provide to the contractor so the space and its structures are built according to specifications.
Which word best describes doing things correctly or getting the most output from the least amount of input? Efficient Effective Economical Expedient
The correct answer is A. Efficiency is "doing things right." Effectiveness is "doing the right things." Economical describes prudent use of resources. Expedient describes doing something quickly.
Which of the following situations best describes why an older adult may become dehydrated? Fear of incontinence Living alone Low income Poor intake of fruit
The correct answer is A. Fear of social embarrassment by not making it to the bathroom may keep an older adult from adequately hydrating.
Which of the following growth charts is currently recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to assess weight in relation to stature in children ages 2 to 20 years? BMI-for-age Length-for-age Weight-for-age Stature-for-age
The correct answer is A. For children, body mass index (BMI) is age and sex specific and nutritional status is identified based on percentiles. For adults, BMI is neither age nor sex specific. BMI-for-age is the most accurate and best measure to assess weight in children. BMI-for-age figures in a child's height, weight, and age to determine how much body fat he has. It compares the results to those of other children of the same age and sex.
Which of the following is true of additives categorized as GRAS? They are generally recognized, among qualified experts, as having been adequately shown to be safe under the conditions of its intended use An ingredient approved as GRAS for one use is considered GRAS for all uses. Typically, an ingredient used to impart color is classified as GRAS. Establishment of GRAS additives is the prerogative of the FTC.
The correct answer is A. GRAS is an acronym for the phrase Generally Recognized As Safe. Under sections 201(s) and 409 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, any substance that is intentionally added to food is a food additive that is subject to premarket review and approval by FDA, unless the substance is generally recognized as safe.
In 2013, changes were made to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) that have resulted in RDN's needing to modify the way that they conduct business to remain compliant. These changes are collectively known as the Omnibus Rule HIPAA Addendum Client Security Rules Notification Addendum
The correct answer is A. In 2013, sweeping changes to HIPAA were announced to the public, resulting in modifications in the way RDNs and other health care providers must conduct business to remain compliant. In an effort to maintain the privacy and security of protected health information (PHI) in today's growing world of technology, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) of the US Department of Health and Human Services adopted additional modifications to the HIPAA Privacy, Security, Breach Notification and Enforcement Rules. These changes, which took effect on September 23, 2013, are addressed collectively as the Omnibus Rule.
Participants are randomly assigned to follow one of three specific diets plans for 7 weeks to assess the impact of varying amounts of high-fructose corn syrup consumption on serum triglyceride levels. What kind of study is this? Experimental Case-Control Qualitative Descriptive
The correct answer is A. In experimental study design, participants are randomly assigned to treatment groups. This does not occur in case control or qualitative studies. "Descriptive" is not a type of study.
In a foodservice operation, which of the following is the most critical point of control? Menu Overtime Quality Spoilage
The correct answer is A. In foodservice operations, menu development provides a critical control point for control of costs, overtime, quality, and spoilage.
Protein needs for patients with stage II pressure ulcers can be calculated as 1.2 g to 1.5 g of protein/kg body weight. 1.1 g to 1.2 g of protein/kg body weight. 1.5 g to 1.7 g of protein/kg body weight. 0.8 g to 1.0 g of protein/kg body weight.
The correct answer is A. Increased protein needs for stage II wound healing are 1.2 g to 1.5 g protein/kg body weight. Choice D presents normal protein levels; choice C presents protein needs for higher stages of pressure ulcers; and choice B presents the protein needs for stage I pressure ulcers.
When preparing a PES statement in situations where there are diagnoses from multiple domains, the dietetics professional should give preference to the diagnosis related to: intake. physical conditions. knowledge. food safety.
The correct answer is A. Intake is the only area of concern at this point in the process so it is the priority.
When introducing infants to solid food, which of the following is recommended to be given first? Iron-fortified rice cereal Iron-fortified oatmeal cereal Iron-fortified wheat cereal Pureed meats
The correct answer is A. Iron-fortified rice cereal is the first solid food recommended for two reasons. First, iron stores become depleted at 4 to 6 months of age, so an iron-fortified cereal mixed with formula or breastmilk should be started. Second, rice cereal is the least allergenic cereal. Other cereals should be introduced gradually, waiting 3 to 5 days before introducing another food to determine if there are allergies or intolerances, with wheat and mixed cereals added last.
Which of the following statements is accurate concerning fruit juice? Intake of juice should be limited to 4 to 6 oz per day for children 1 to 6 years of age. Juice may be introduced at 4 months of age. Juice should be given in the bedtime bottle to help infants sleep all night. It is safe to give young children unpasteurized juice.
The correct answer is A. Juice should not be introduced until 6 months of age, and bedtime bottle feeding and unpasteurized juice in young children increase the risk for tooth decay or "bottle mouth" and foodborne illness. The accurate statement is that juice intake should be limited in children aged 1 to 6 years.
What elements comprise the marketing mix? Product, price, promotion, and place Price, product, popularity, and process Product, promotion, position, and popularity Product, place, position, and process
The correct answer is A. Marketing mix is a combination of product, price, place and promotion to achieve an organization's objectives and to satisfy the target market. A product can be a good, a service, or an idea. Price is the amount of money charged for a product. Promotion is used to facilitate exchanges by informing prospective customers about a business and its products. Place refers to the location, the place where the product is offered. The terms "popularity," "process," and "position" have no relevance in marketing mix.
Which of the following is a true statement regarding organic foods? Raw or processed agricultural products in the organic category may contain up to 5% non-organic ingredients allowed per the National List. Some operations are exempt from certification, including organic farmers who sell organic foods or crops worth $10,000 or less. Raw or processed agricultural products in the "100% organic" category must contain ingredients that are at least 90% certified organic. A product labeled as "MADE WITH" organic may use the USDA organic seal if no more than three ingredients are not certified.
The correct answer is A. Organic is defined as all ingredients must be certified organic; any processing aids must be organic and product labels must state the name of the certifying agent on the information panel. "MADE WITH" organic multi-ingredient agricultural products in the "made with" category must meet these criteria—at least 70 percent of the product must be certified organic ingredients (excluding salt and water).
Diagnosis is the second step in the Academy's Nutrition Care Process and Model. Part of the Diagnosis step is to document PES. PES stands for _____. Problem, Etiology, Signs and Symptoms Plan, Education, Significant Results Proposal, Efficacy, Strategies Policy, Establish, Skills
The correct answer is A. PES stands for Problem, Etiology, Signs and Symptoms. Documentation of PES incorporates information gained during the Nutrition Assessment step of the Nutrition Care Process to identify the problem and the evidence presented by what the patient is experiencing
Which of the following changes in eating pattern has research shown to most positively contribute to a decrease in energy consumption among children? Children participating in family-style meals at home Children being provided a child-special meal. Parents or caregivers serving children on individual plates Parents or caregivers providing scheduled meals and snacks in the home
The correct answer is A. Participating in family-style meals at home discourages children from overeating.
____________ must be up to date and reflect consistent expectations. Personnel policies Vacation schedules Equipment Menus
The correct answer is A. Personnel policies should reflect current realities of the workplace. Supervisors should employ these policies to ensure that employees are being treated fairly and expectations are consistent.
Older adults are more vulnerable to toxicity of vitamin A. vitamin C. vitamin D. vitamin K.
The correct answer is A. Plasma levels and liver stores of vitamin A increase with age, along with decreased clearance from the blood, making older adults more susceptible to toxicity. Vitamin D, on the other hand, declines with age. Vitamin C is water soluble and thus clearance is easier. Vitamin K levels usually can be controlled via medication.
A community RDN develops an educational and awareness program to teach employees of a local industry to reduce the sodium in their diets. This is an example of primary prevention. secondary prevention. tertiary prevention. workplace rehabilitation.
The correct answer is A. Primary prevention is to protect healthy people before a disease (for example, hypertension) develops. Secondary and tertiary prevention do not occur until a disease has already presented. Workplace rehabilitation is specific to an injury sustained at work.
Resilient flooring is able to withstand shock without cracking or breaking. is easily damaged by sharp edges. is curved with a sealed edge that eliminates sharp edges. is not slippery when wet.
The correct answer is A. Resiliency means a material has the ability to react to a shock without breaking or cracking.
In behavior change, which example demonstrates self-efficacy? Confidence in ability to consume breakfast daily Reading an article regarding regular physical activity and heart disease Doing research on family history of diabetes Perception that financial status will affect ability to eat recommended servings of fruits and vegetables
The correct answer is A. Self-efficacy is a reflection of confidence to perform and improved self-perception of obtaining success.
What inventory control method classifies products according to their value? ABC Mini-max Perpetual inventory Par rate
The correct answer is A. The ABC method classifies inventory products according to value. For example, the high-value A products may represent only about 20% of inventory but up to 80% of the inventory value. Mini-max and par rate are methods to help determine how much to order. Perpetual inventory is an up-to-date, ongoing count of food and supplies in storage.
Which of the following techniques offers the least constructive information to someone being disciplined? Providing advice Focusing on behavior Providing alternatives Focusing on observations
The correct answer is A. The purpose of disciplining is for a manager to provide constructive information to help the subordinate become aware of how his or her actions affect the organization's system. The goal is to provide maximum information with minimum threat. Providing advice is not constructive. Feedback should focus on ideas and information, not advice.
After completing this step in the Nutrition Care Process, the dietetics professional can decide whether or not a nutrition diagnosis/problem exists. Nutrition Assessment Nutrition Diagnosis Nutrition Intervention Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation
The correct answer is A. The purpose of nutrition assessment is to determine if the professional should progress any further into the plan of care with a nutrition diagnosis. It is the first step in the nutrition care process.
Yogurt manufacturers have branched out into Greek yogurt, high-fiber yogurt, bacteria-enhanced yogurt, and more because they believe customers prefer yogurt products. By doing so, which of the following marketing concepts are these manufacturers applying? Product Selling Manufacturing Societal
The correct answer is A. Yogurt manufacturers are using the concept of product when they offer many different types and flavors of yogurt. Selling, manufacturing, and societal marketing concepts do not focus on offering different types of the same product.
You want to conduct a research project that evaluates food habits among adults with a BMI >30 who eat at buffet-style restaurants at least once a month. You are going to conduct a focus group. What type of research study is this? Meta-analysis Qualitative Quantitative Experimental
The correct answer is B. A focus group is a form of qualitative research that is used to ask people about their habits, behavior, practices, beliefs, etc.
The sentence "We will produce nutritious, high-quality food that meets our customers' needs for service within 30 minutes" is a vision. mission statement. strategy. value.
The correct answer is B. A mission statement describes what a company does that is different from others. A vision is a statement of what a company wants to achieve in the future, and strategies are the decisions and actions to assist a company to meet its objectives.
A storeroom staffed with a full-time employee would be considered a(n) ___________ of a university residence hall foodservice. input subsystem interface technical core
The correct answer is B. A subsystem is a complete system unto itself (such as a storeroom) that is part of a larger system (in this case, a university residence hall foodservice).
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides a strict definition for functional foods. True False
The correct answer is B. Currently no legal definition exists for functional foods. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates claims that manufacturers make about functional foods' nutrient content and effects on disease, health, or body function.
During a snow storm, the assistant cook (AC) can't get to work. The person working in the "floater" position is unable to take over all AC responsibilities but is somewhat confident and is willing to assist the head cook in preparing items on the daily production schedule. To be most effective, what would be the manager's approach? A. Provide specific instructions (ie, "do this") to the willing employee and closely supervise performance. B.Define roles and tasks for the willing employee, provide opportunity for role clarification and questions, and give support. C. Listen to the willing employee, share ideas, facilitate in decision making, encourage, and praise. D. Turn over responsibility for decisions and implementation to the willing employee and head cook. Provide occasional recognition.
The correct answer is B. Defining roles and tasks and providing opportunity for role clarification and questions allows the floater the opportunity to redefine his or her role and to take on a different task. The manager empowers the floater this way by supporting the new role, which should result in more confidence to change roles.
Heat applied to a food will denature which of the food's components? Vitamins Proteins Carbohydrates Fats
The correct answer is B. Denaturation of proteins occurs when foods are subjected to heat, agitation, or ultraviolet light. Denaturation is the relaxing of a protein's tertiary structure to the secondary structure. Heat can degrade vitamins, fats, and carbohydrates.
Which of the following must be true for a food to be labeled "low fat"? Contains less than 0.5 g fat per serving Contains less than 3 g fat per serving Contains 25% less fat than the full-fat food Contains 1/3 fewer calories or 50% less fat than the full-fat food
The correct answer is B. Following food labeling laws, to be identified as low in fat, a serving of food must contain less than 3 g fat.
Encouraging pregnant mothers to attend a seminar on the benefits of breastfeeding and offering supportive counseling post-partum to continue breastfeeding are examples of public health nutrition. health promotion. primary prevention. secondary prevention.
The correct answer is B. Health promotion empowers the individual to make changes and take control of his or her health outcomes. Public health nutrition does not focus at the individual level. Primary prevention activities, like vaccinating, prevent a disease. Secondary prevention focuses on early diagnosis and treatment like screening for and taking blood pressure medicine.
The 2007 Expert Committee Recommendations for the Prevention, Assessment, Treatment, and Recommendations for Pediatric Childhood and Adolescent Obesity defines BMI greater than the 95th percentile as: at risk for overweight obese overweight severe childhood obesity
The correct answer is B. Healthy weight is defined as the 5th percentile to less than the 85th percentile. Overweight encompasses the 85th to less than the 95th percentile. Obese is defined as equal to or greater than the 95th percentile.
For the needs of infants born prematurely, human milk is deficient in potassium and phosphorus. calcium and phosphorus. sodium and potassium. calcium and sodium.
The correct answer is B. Human milk does not meet the calcium and phosphorus needs for normal bone mineralization in infants born prematurely. Therefore, breastmilk can be supplemented with human milk fortifiers that contain calcium and phosphorus.
Because insulin and _____ are secreted in the bloodstream in equal amounts, ____ can be used as a clinical indicator of endogenous insulin production. glucose c-peptide glutamic acid cortisol
The correct answer is B. Insulin is secreted as two polypeptide chains joined by disulfide bonds. C-peptide is released when the two chains separate.
The implementation of more liberal food choices in the menu planning process for long-term-care (LTC) settings has been associated with which of the following? Increased risk for obesity among LTC residents Increased nutrient and fluid intake among LTC residents Reduced nutrient and fluid intake among LTC residents Reduced customer satisfaction
The correct answer is B. Liberalizing food choices in long-term care encourages older adults to increase food consumption and meal satisfaction. It does not increase obesity risk.
Which agency sets the mandated guidelines for meals in long-term-care facilities that receive Medicare and Medicaid funding? US Department of Agriculture Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services Joint Commission Food and Nutrition Board of the National Research Council
The correct answer is B. Long-term care facilities receiving Medicare and Medicaid funding must follow guidelines regarding meals served to residents that are established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, a division of the US Department of Health and Human Services.
Overweight is defined as a BMI of: 19 to 24. 25 to 29. 27 to 32. 31 to 36.
The correct answer is B. Overweight BMI is 25.0-29.9. Obesity (class 1) BMI is 30.0-34.9. Class 2 BMI is 35.0-39.9. Severe obesity (class 3) BMI is 40.0-49.9
Which of the following flooring materials would be best suited for high-traffic cooking areas? Ceramic tiles Quarry tiles Concrete Rubber
The correct answer is B. Quarry tile is wear resistant and nonporous. Ceramic tile is best used on walls. Concrete is hard, tires employees by causing muscle fatigue, and may cause accidents if individuals slip or fall when the floor is wet. Rubber floors are more difficult to clean.
When using the Nutrition Care Process, what three things do dietetics practitioners do in completing Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation? Prioritize nutrition diagnoses, consult the Academy's evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines, and determine patient-focused expected outcomes. Scrutinize, measure, and assess the changes in nutrition care indicators. Confer with patient/client/caregivers, define a nutrition plan and strategies, and determine time and frequency of care. Identify resources needed, communicate the nutrition care plan, and implement the plan.
The correct answer is B. Scrutinizing, measuring, and assessing are the key activities during the monitoring and evaluation step.
What is the first step in the Nutrition Care Process? Nutrition screening Nutrition assessment Nutrition diagnosis Goal setting
The correct answer is B. Sequential steps in the Nutrition Care Process are nutrition assessment, nutrition diagnosis, nutrition intervention, and nutrition monitoring and evaluation.
Consider the following statement from a patient during a nutrition consult: "I really want to improve my lunch choices by packing my own lunch, but I'm afraid I'll miss the social time with my coworkers." In the setting of motivational interviewing, this is an example of: change talk. sustain talk. developing discrepancy. resistance.
The correct answer is B. The client's statement is not change talk because it argues for the status quo. Developing discrepancy is a technique employed by the clinician. Motivational interviewing rejects the concept of resistance and understands ambivalence is a natural component of the change process. The client's statement is an example of sustain talk.
The variable that is manipulated in an experimental research study is the dependent variable. independent variable. population variable. individual variable.
The correct answer is B. The independent variable is the variable that is changed or manipulated in experimental research to determine outcome.
One of the primary goals of WIC food supplements is increasing income for participating grocery stores. reducing or preventing iron deficiency anemia in infants and children. providing low-cost lunches to school-age children. increasing the number of women who get prenatal care.
The correct answer is B. The ultimate goal of WIC is to provide supplemental foods and nutrition education to low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5. Preventing iron deficiency anemia is specifically supported in the foods supplements by providing access to nutrient-dense foods as well as access to iron-fortified formula for non-breastfed infants.
Which decision-making process would be most appropriate for determining whether medication, consultations with a registered dietitian nutritionist, or some combination of the two is the best approach for lowering serum triglyceride levels? Decision tree Cost-effectiveness analysis Network chart Cost-benefit analysis
The correct answer is B. Various techniques have been developed to assist managers with decision making. Cost-effectiveness provides a comparison of alternative courses of action in terms of their cost, financial gains and savings, and effectiveness in obtaining an objective. This technique does not include costs or effectiveness in obtaining objectives. Network charts are useful for presenting a graphic representation of a project, depicting the flow and sequence of defined activities and events; for example, planning, scheduling, and controlling a catered lunch. Cost-benefit provides a comparison of costs to financial gains -effectiveness is not considered.
A dietary supplement with the statement "Vitamin K helps support normal blood clotting" on the label is making a health claim. nutrient claim. structure/function claim. qualified health claim.
The correct answer is C. A dietary supplement that makes this type of statement is presenting a structure/function claim as per the FDA's functional foods guidelines.
A worksite weight management program is being planned for use with small groups of employees. A long-term goal is to reduce health care claims. During a pilot series, participants are asked to rate and comment on the relevance of the visuals, handouts, and activities. Results will be used in revising the program before widespread implementation. This is an example of outcome evaluation. income evaluation. formative evaluation. impact evaluation.
The correct answer is C. A formative evaluation occurs as a program is being developed, perhaps as a pilot test, as contrasted with a summative evaluation that occurs at the end of the program or as participants complete the program.
Which of the following characteristics is key to an efficient and effective system? Continuous response and adaptation to the system Flow of resources Interdependency of parts Achievement of subunit objectives
The correct answer is C. A system is a collection of interrelated parts or subsystems unified by design to obtain one or more objectives. Interdependency is the reciprocal relationship of the parts of a system; each part mutually affects the performance of the others. Interdependency emphasizes the importance of viewing the organization as a whole rather than as isolated parts. The other responses (ie, continuous response and adaptation to a system, flow of resources through a system, and achievement of subunit objectives) all are isolated parts of a system.
A client verbally attacks the registered dietitian nutritionist, indicating that weight loss expectations are unrealistic and no one could meet them. What defense mechanism is being exhibited? Regression Repression Aggression Projection
The correct answer is C. Aggression is directly attacking the source of frustration—in this case, the RDN.
Which would be added to a cola beverage as a natural colorant? Sodium benzoate Caffeine Caramel Vanillin
The correct answer is C. Amber-hued colas get their color from natural caramel.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's worst-case projection made in 2010, what proportion of the US adult population will have diabetes by the year 2050? 15% 20% 30% 50%
The correct answer is C. Approximately 30% of the nation's adults are projected to have diabetes by 2050.
In December 2014, the FDA approved a final rule that calorie and other nutrition labeling would be required for standard menu items offered for sale in a restaurant or similar retail food establishment that is part of a chain with _____ or more locations, doing business under the same name, and offering for sale substantially the same menu items. 5 10 20 30
The correct answer is C. As part of the Affordable Care Act, the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act was amended to require restaurants and similar retail food establishments that are part of a chain with 20 or more locations doing business under the same name and offering for sale substantially the same menu items to provide calorie and other nutrition information for standard menu items.
Which of the Standards of Practice is being applied when the RD plans for care of a patient following discharge? Nutrition assessment Nutrition intervention Nutrition monitoring and evaluation Nutrition diagnosis
The correct answer is C. Assessment, diagnosis, and intervention would have already been completed at this point. The next phase is nutrition monitoring and evaluation, which is conducted after a patient is discharged.
One advantage of using a crossover design over a parallel design is a shorter study duration. a smaller sample size. a reduction in variability. a washout period is not needed.
The correct answer is C. Crossover design includes a washout period and does not have to be a shorter study duration, and sample size does not have to be small. The design uses the same subjects who serve as the control, hence a reduction in variability.
ABC Hospital Food and Nutrition Department prepares and delivers meals to other health care operations in a large metropolitan area. Other hospital foodservices in the metropolitan area have recently begun offering meal delivery service. ABC Hospital modified its service to offer home meal replacements to the health care staff in addition to its other meal delivery service. ABC Hospital is using strategic analysis. competitive advantage. focus strategy. strategic implementation.
The correct answer is C. Focus strategy uses a cost leadership or differentiation strategy to target a specific, limited-size market niche. ABC Hospital changed its service to reach out to a specific population/market niche in home meal replacement to health care staff. The other hospital is using a competitive approach against ABC hospital.
For a food to be labeled "high in," "rich in," or an "excellent source" of a nutrient, what percentage of the Daily Value for that nutrient must be present? 10% 15% 20% 25%
The correct answer is C. Food labeling laws require that a food provide 20% of a nutrient's daily value in order to be labeled "high in," "rich in," or an "excellent source" of that nutrient.
What is the intended purpose of Healthy People 2020? To guide the efforts of health professionals who provide care for individuals with chronic diseases. To guide the allocation of federal money intended to promote wellness. To establish a set of national goals and objectives designed to guide health promotion and disease prevention efforts. To establish nationally approved guidelines for improving food selection behaviors among the population.
The correct answer is C. Healthy People 2020 is a set of national goals and objectives designed to guide health promotion and disease prevention efforts to improve the nation's health over a 10-year period.
Which of the following study design types is characterized as "the most powerful design for evaluating practices and medical treatments"? Qualitative research Prospective studies Randomized trials Cohort studies
The correct answer is C. In randomized trials, participants are randomly assigned to control or treatment groups. This allows the researcher to derive knowledge about causes of diseases and to evaluate the effectiveness of results from the various treatment groups.
A typical feeding/eating pattern for infants is to require apple juice at 4 months to regulate stooling. to require cereal at bedtime after 3 months to sleep through the night. to require only breastmilk or iron-fortified formula for the first 6 months of age. hard to predict since their interest in eating is so variable.
The correct answer is C. Infants only need breastmilk or iron-fortified formula for the first 6 months of life.
Which of the following agencies oversees voluntary inspection and grading of fish and fish products? Department of the Treasury Food and Drug Administration (FDA) US Department of Commerce (USDC) US Department of Agriculture (USDA)
The correct answer is C. Inspection of fish and fish products, which are not subject to mandatory grading, is overseen by the USDC's National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), which is part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The NMFS will provide inspection of fish, fisheries, and seafood for a fee. The requirements for inspection of fish and seafood are set by the FDA but carried out by the NMFS. The FDA is responsible for all fish imports into the United States.
When determining presentation of items on a printed menu, considerations are taken for their position on the menu. Items you wish to sell more of should be placed so that they are the first and/or last thing a customer sees. This positioning strategy is the science of menu design. menu placement. menu psychology. menu structure.
The correct answer is C. Menu psychology is an examination of how to design a menu to influence what customers pick to eat.
A foodservice facility posted signs indicating that all employees must wash hands before returning to the production area after a break. This is referred to as a single-use plan. procedure. policy. foodservice law.
The correct answer is C. Policy indicates what should be done whereas a procedure indicates how it should be done. There is no such thing as foodservice law. A single-use plan is not applicable in this context.
Which agency approves the use of food additives in breakfast cereal? US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
The correct answer is C. The FDA regulates use of food additives—including coloring agents considered safe for human consumption and additives that are considered safe for human consumption or generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the scientific community. Any food that contains a food additive that is not deemed safe is considered an adulterated food by FDA standards.
Large institutions most often plan meals using cycle menus. Which of the following cycle lengths is most appropriate for a long-term-care facility? 2-week cycle menu 1-week cycle menu 4-week cycle menu Restaurant style static menu
The correct answer is C. The average length of stay is an important consideration in determining the cycle length. Since the length of stay in long-term care tends to be measured in months or years, rather than days or weeks, a longer cycle menu, such as 4 weeks, would be most appropriate.
An instrument to collect data on the use of dietary supplements would be viewed as valid if it has been used previously many times. contains words and phrases familiar to participants. measures accurately what it is intended to measure. yields primarily quantitative data.
The correct answer is C. The defining feature of validity is whether the instrument accurately measures what it intends to measure. In contrast, reliability indicates that an instrument will provide similar results when used multiple times for the same measurement (but the information may not necessarily be accurate).
Which of the following is a disadvantage of a cohort study? It is difficult to define characteristics of the participants. It is difficult, if not impossible, to validate data. It is rarely possible to study the mechanism of a disease. Incidence rates among participants cannot be calculated.
The correct answer is C. Validating data (B) is a disadvantage of case control studies. It is quite feasible to use demographic data to define the participants in a cohort study and the ability to calculate incidence rates among participants is an advantage of cohort study. The correct answer is C.
The facility is planning a kitchen upgrade and the chef requests a number of pieces of equipment that would best allow for flexibility in menu item preparation methods. Soups, stews, and pasta dishes are very popular menu items. The concern is that there is limited space to work with. Which of the following pieces of equipment would best serve the facility in terms of functionality and space? Combo oven Steam-jacketed kettle Eight-burner cook top Tilting skillet
The correct answer is D. A tilting skillet has the capacity to meet a broad range of cooking needs. It can be used for soups, stews, and pasta, as well as serve as a fryer, griddle, oven, and hot holding.
Which one of the following is NOT included in the statin benefit group according to the 2013 American College of Cardiology (ACC)/American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines on the Treatment of Blood Cholesterol to Reduce Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Risk in Adults? Individuals with low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) elevations > 190 mg/dL Individuals 40 to 75 years of age with diabetes and LDL-C between 70 and 189 mg/dL Individuals with clinical atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) Individuals without ASCVD, diabetes mellitus between the ages of 40 and 75 and who have a 10-year risk of 5.5%
The correct answer is D. According to the ACC/AHA guidelines, the individuals listed in options A, B, and C are routinely prescribed a statin; the individuals listed in option D are not. Statin use is indicated in individuals whose ASCVD risk score is 7.5% and above.
Which of the following disease states may require a fluid restriction? Liver disease with ascites Chronic renal failure Congestive heart failure All of the above.
The correct answer is D. All of the disorders listed feature abnormal levels of Na and K so fluids must be restricted to help reduce edema and other forms of fluid retention.
Critical nutrition concerns in children ages 2-11 years of age include: excessive intakes of dietary fat, especially saturated fats. decreased intakes of foods that are good sources of calcium, fiber, iron, vitamin E, folate, magnesium, and potassium. sedentary lifestyles. all of the above.
The correct answer is D. Based on the Academy's position on nutrition guidance for children aged 2 to 11 years, all the factors listed contribute to concerns in this population.
Which of the following is an appropriate method to prevent aspiration during enteral feeding? Use a fiber-containing formula Elevate the head of the bed >15° Place a percutaneous gastrostomy Place a nasojejunal tube
The correct answer is D. Compared with gastric tube feeding, duodenojejunal (small intestine) tube feeding may be associated with a lower incidence of aspiration. This is especially true if the patient has significantly slowed gastric motility. Some clinicians believe that enteral nutrition delivered to the small bowel is a better choice than feedings delivered to the stomach and will place a nasojejunal feeding tube. This type of feeding tube is more difficult to place than a nasogastric tube 18 French but its proponents say that it decreases the risk of aspiration and may provide more energy; thus, the feeding schedule will be subject to fewer interruptions. However, both the jejunum and the stomach can be safely used to deliver energy, so the differences between the two types of tubes are minimal, both can be effective, and the decision as to which one to use depends on the skill of the practitioner and the potential tolerance of the patient.
The following blood test result puts a patient at greatest risk for developing heart disease: elevated cholesterol. low triglycerides. elevated low-density lipoprotein (LDL)-buoyant particles of cholesterol Elevated LDL-dense particles of cholesterol
The correct answer is D. Elevated LDL-dense particles of cholesterol are most likely to lead to inflammatory heart disease and plaque formation.
Dietetic students finishing supervised practice should be able to utilize food and nutrition management systems, client educational materials, and prescribe TPN formulas. create organizational mission statements. generate appropriate statistical analyses. work with electronic health records.
The correct answer is D. Entry-level practitioners need to have a general awareness of entry-level informatics skills, which include electronic health records, food and nutrition management systems, and educational print materials.
Consumption of high levels of folate supplements can mask a(n) _____________ deficiency. niacin vitamin B6 iron vitamin B12
The correct answer is D. Folate supplements will help the body recover from anemia that occurs from a deficiency of folate and vitamin B12. However, without adequate vitamin B12, neurological problems progress and become irreversible.
The FDA defines the term "gluten-free" to mean that the food bearing the claim contains no more than _____ parts per million (ppm) or _____milligrams (mg) or more gluten per kilogram (kg) of food. 5, 10 10, 15 15, 15 20, 20
The correct answer is D. In 2013, the FDA issued a final rule to define the term "gluten-free" for voluntary use in the labeling of foods. The final rule defines the term "gluten-free" to mean that the food bearing the claim does not contain an ingredient that is a gluten-containing grain (eg, spelt wheat); an ingredient that is derived from a gluten-containing grain and that has not been processed to remove gluten (eg, wheat flour); or an ingredient that is derived from a gluten-containing grain and that has been processed to remove gluten (eg, wheat starch), if the use of that ingredient results in the presence of 20 parts per million (ppm).
Which of the following is NOT a component of meta-analysis? Inclusion criteria are clearly defined Peer-reviewed data are preferred Studies must have a similar design Data are presented in a narrative manner
The correct answer is D. Meta-analysis uses studies with similar design, defines inclusion criteria, and usually uses peer-reviewed articles. There is no criterion or requirement that data have to be presented in a narrative manner.
The formula for determining value analysis is V=Q/P, where V= value; Q=quality; P=price. If P increases, and there is no change in Q, then V will remain the same. will most likely increase. changes as much as P. will most likely decrease.
The correct answer is D. No change was indicated for Q. If the denominator (P) increases and Q remains the same, the only definite change to be noted in V would be a decrease.
Which of the following statements about patient-centered medical homes (PCMH) is true? The cost for chronic care remains constant Traditional medical records are essential. Patients are responsible for access to care. The team of providers changes as the health care needs differ.
The correct answer is D. One of the biggest advantages of a PCMH is access to care—the team of providers changes as the health care needs differ. All other statements are false with regard to PCMH.
If a person with type 1 diabetes experiences dramatically low blood glucose and becomes unconscious, the most appropriate action would be to give three hard candies and administer insulin. give 4 oz fruit juice and administer insulin. give 4 oz fruit juice and administer glucagon. administer glucagon and call 9-1-1..
The correct answer is D. Since the patient is unconscious/unresponsive, glucagon should be administered as the first-line treatment. A glucagon injection will mobilize glucose from the liver to raise the blood sugar level. This treatment minimizes risk of choking for patients who are not conscious. Contact emergency services immediately after administering the glucagon injection.
Which of the following is a secondary characteristic of culture? Religion Age Gender Socioeconomic status
The correct answer is D. Socioeconomic status is a secondary characteristic of an individual's cultural identity.
Which is an example of a food preserved by lowering the water activity of the food by adding a solute? Canned corn Sun-dried tomatoes Frozen peas Grape jelly
The correct answer is D. Solutes such as sugar added to jams and jellies and salt added to cured meats inhibit microbial growth by lowering water activity. Canning does not lower water activity; freezing forms ice crystals, which removes water from the solution in the foods that are frozen. The lower water activity of sun-dried tomatoes is due to the removal of water, not the addition of a solute. While the vapor pressure is decreased due to the higher levels of sugar and or salt in dehydrated foods, salt and sugar are not added to the product as a solute.
Which agency determines the safety of new pesticides and sets a tolerance level for all pesticides and their residue in food? Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
The correct answer is D. The EPA is responsible for determining the safety of any pesticide before it can be used on a commodity food. Once approved for use, the EPA is responsible for setting tolerable residue limits for pesticides on food. Once these tolerance levels are set by the EPA, enforcement is overseen by the FDA.
Standards of identity that specify minimum and maximum ingredient requirements, optional ingredients, and prohibited ingredients in a food product are established by which federal agency? Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The correct answer is D. The FDA established standards of identity for common food products to ensure quality and consistency. These standards clearly define required ingredients and specified amounts of these ingredients, as well as prohibited ingredients in foods. Foods must conform to the defined standards of identity to use the corresponding food name (eg, mayonnaise).
In accordance with the FDA's product labeling regulations, an item with less than ____ kcal per labeled serving can be considered "calorie free." 45 35 15 5
The correct answer is D. The FDA regulates product nutrient content claims on labels, for example, a label that claims a product is calorie free. These products must have no more than 5 kcal per labeled serving or RACC (reference amounts customarily consumed) to meet regulatory requirements.
What organization created standards for cultural competence that resulted in the 2014 publication of a monograph to inspire hospitals to integrate cultural competence as well as other patient- and family-centered care concepts? The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics US Dept. of Education US Dept. of Health and Human Services Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations
The correct answer is D. The Joint Commission published this monograph to inspire hospitals to integrate concepts from the communication, cultural competence, and patient- and family-centered care fields into their organizations. The Roadmap for Hospitals provides recommendations to help hospitals address unique patient needs, meet the patient-centered communication standards, and comply with related Joint Commission requirements
The Nutrition Care Process model consists of: outcomes management systems. dietetics knowledge. critical thinking skills. all of the above.
The correct answer is D. The Nutrition Care Process model is different from the nutrition care process itself. The model encompasses all of the areas listed, not just the Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, and Monitoring & Evaluation steps.
The two financial statements primarily used by foodservice managers to analyze operational effectiveness are the inventory valuation record and budget. balance sheet and inventory valuation record. budget and income statement. income statement and balance sheet.
The correct answer is D. The inventory valuation record contains an accounting of the cost of items kept in the inventory. The balance sheet is a list of assets, liabilities, and capital, and the income statement is a financial statement that shows all operating results for a desired time period.
Customer and employee satisfaction are both functions of management. linking processes. environmental factors. outputs of the foodservice system.
The correct answer is D. The outputs are the goods and services that result from transforming the inputs of the system and express how objectives are achieved. Customer and employee satisfaction and financial accountability are desired outcomes in a foodservice system.
A diagnosis of hypersensitivity to food requires conducting a food challenge without restricting the suspected food. documented atopic dermatitis. using an elimination diet for 3 weeks. verifying the food that causes an adverse reaction and excluding other causes of adverse reactions.
The correct answer is D. To confirm a food hypersensitivity diagnosis, the clinician is required to verify that the food allergen alone causes the adverse reaction.
When the diet is adequate in protein, the body can synthesize niacin from which amino acid? Phenylalanine Valine Tyrosine Tryptophan
The correct answer is D. Tryptophan is an amino acid that is converted to niacin in the liver. An estimated 1 mg niacin is made from the ingestion of 60 mg tryptophan.
