Practice Exam #3
For adults older than 19 years, how many grams of carbohydrate are needed daily for an adequate supply of glucose to the brain? 60 g 75 g 130 g 160 g
130 g
_____ is the accumulation of excess fat in the liver. NAFLD NASH Fibrosis Cirrhosis
NAFLD
Calculate the labor cost percent of the following: Salaries: $40,240 Benefits: $3,100 Wages: $20,000 Total sales: $560,420 a. 11% b. 22% c. 8% d. 16%
a. 11%
At what age should peanut-containing foods be introduced to an infant with egg allergy and severe eczema? a. 4-6 months b. 7-12 months c. After age 3 d. Never
a. 4-6 months
Which of the following populations has the highest prevalence of diagnosed and undiagnosed type 2 diabetes? a. American Indian/Alaska Native b. Asian, Non-Hispanic c. Hispanic d. Black, Non-Hispanic
a. American Indian/Alaska Native
What is the term for accumulation of fluids in the peritoneal cavity? a. Ascites b. Sepsis c. Paracentesis d. Asterixis
a. Ascites
Which of the following nutrient deficiencies are associated with dementia? a. B12, B6, folate, omega-3 fatty acids b. Vitamin D, calcium, phosphorous c. Vitamin A, B6, vitamin C, omega-3 fatty acids d. B12, vitamin K, vitamin D, calcium
a. B12, B6, folate, omega-3 fatty acid
Women with gestational diabetes typically require less carbohydrates at which meal, compared to the others? a. Breakfast (morning) b. Lunch (afternoon) c. Dinner (evening) d. Bedtime snack
a. Breakfast (morning)
The liver makes bile salts from which of the following? a. Cholesterol b. Triglycerides c. Gastric acid d. Protein
a. Cholesterol
Which substance is necessary for production of bile? a. Cholesterol b. Long-chain fats c. Medium-chain fats d. Vitamin E
a. Cholesterol
In which type of foodservice is food processed onsite and then prepared and distributed on the premises and served after holding for a short period of time? a. Conventional b. Ready prepared c. Commissary d. Assembly/serve
a. Conventional
What happens to the rate of metabolism during severe acute pancreatitis? a. Energy expenditure increases, hypermetabolic b. Body temperature remains the same c. Energy expenditure decreases, hypometabolic d. Energy needs decrease
a. Energy expenditure increases, hypermetabolic
What are the stages of motivational interviewing? a. Engaging, focusing, evoking, planning b. Express empathy, develop discrepancy, roll with resistance, support self-efficacy c. Exploring each component of DARN (desire, ability, reason, need) d. Affirmation, autonomy, accurate empathy, absolute worth
a. Engaging, focusing, evoking, planning
To make sure clients can recognize carbohydrate foods, an RDN administers a short quiz at the start of the appointment. This is considered a _____ type of assessment a. Formative b. Summative c. Cognitive d. Observational
a. Formative
Which of the following processes occurs in response to an increase in plasma glucose concentrations? a. Glycogen synthesis occurs b. Gluconeogenesis is stimulated c. Insulin decreases d. Glycogenolysis takes place
a. Glycogen synthesis occurs
Which milk alternative typically contains the most protein per 8-oz serving? a. Hemp b. Almond c. Coconut d. Rice
a. Hemp
What effect does irradiation have on foods? a. It controls spoilage and eliminates food-borne pathogens b. It increases the nutrient density of foods c. It decreases the nutrient density of foods d. It decreases food quality without affecting safety
a. It controls spoilage and eliminates food-borne pathogens
What is the intrinsic factor in B12 absorption? a. It is a glycoprotein that is secreted by parietal cells of the stomach that binds to B12 and is taken up by the distal ileum b. It is a fatty acid that attaches to glycerol c. It is a protein that contributes to osmosis to allow for B12 to enter through the small intestine d. It is any enzyme secreted by the stomach that breaks down B12
a. It is a glycoprotein that is secreted by parietal cells of the stomach that binds to B12 and is taken up by the distal ileum
What is the term for the ratio that reflects whether an organization can pay its short-term bills? a. Liquidity b. Solvency c. Activity d. Profitability
a. Liquidity
What is the recommended way to serve fruit on the IDDSI Level 5 diet? a. Mashed b. Cubed c. Sliced d. Julienned
a. Mashed
Which of the following complications can result from persistent hyperglycemia in diabetes? a. Microvascular disease resulting in neuropathy, nephropathy, and retinopathy b. Decreased urine output, increasing risk for urinary tract infection c. Improved gut microbiota as a result of increased glucose availability d. Improved wound healing and circulation
a. Microvascular disease resulting in neuropathy, nephropathy, and retinopathy
Promptly removing rotten apples from produce storage helps to prevent the formation of what toxin on other apples? a. Patulin b. Fusarium c. Aflatoxin d. Aspergillus
a. Patulin
Which laboratory values can be abnormally low when evaluating nutritional status in patients with liver disease? a. Prealbumin b. Potassium c. Chloride d. Vitamin C
a. Prealbumin
What is the role of the liver in fat digestion? a. The liver is needed for fat absorption from the small intestine b. The liver excretes fat that cannot be used c. The liver stores fat when it is consumed in the form of triglycerides d. The liver recycles fat and converts fatty acids to carbohydrates
a. The liver is needed for fat absorption from the small intestine
What should a dietetics practitioner consider before recommending curcumin supplements to an athlete? a. There is currently not enough evidence to support this recommendation b. The therapeutic dose to see benefits is very low, so excessive intake is a potential side effect c. It may exacerbate an injury because curcumin induces inflammation d. Excessive curcumin use has been linked to bone fracture in athletes
a. There is currently not enough evidence to support this recommendation
Which of the following is a recommendation for fruit juice consumption in infants and children? a. Toddlers aged 1 to 3 years can be given 4 oz of fruit juice daily b. Fruit juice can be introduced in diluted form at age 6 months c. Children aged 4-6 years can be given up to 10 oz fruit juice daily d. Sippy cups should be used when serving fruit juice to toddlers
a. Toddlers aged 1 to 3 years can be given 4 oz of fruit juice daily
Diabetic ketoacidosis is most commonly seen in which type of diabetes mellitus? a. Type 1 diabetes b. Type 2 diabetes c. Gestational diabetes d. Maturity onset diabetes of the young (MODY)
a. Type 1 diabetes
Which of the following correctly reflects what is required on a Nutrition Facts label? a. Vitamin D, 2 mcg, 10% DV b. Vitamin A, 5% DV c. Potassium, 240 mg d. Magnesium, 63 mg, 2% DV
a. Vitamin D, 2 mcg, 10% DV
The anatomical structures of the lungs where gas exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen occurs are the a. alveoli b. trachea c. bronchioles d. bronchi
a. alveoli
Which of the following is a calibrated device used to measure height? a. Sphygmomanometer b. Stadiometer c. Height stick d. Dynamomete
b. Stadiometer
Which of the following is a non-nutritive sweetener? a. Sorbitol b. Stevia c. Mannitol d. Agave
b. Stevia
When a person has phenylketonuria, which amino acid becomes essential? a. Tryptophan b. Tyrosine c. Threonine d. Methionine
b. Tyrosine
Which of the following is associated with cheilitis? a. Grapefruit-statin interaction b. Vitamin B12 deficiency c. Excess vitamin D intake d. Insulin resistance
b. Vitamin B12 deficiency
Which of following are defined by standards of identity? a. How full a food product container must be b. What ingredients must be declared on a label c. Minimum specifications for quality requirements d. Serving size and nutrient analysis
b. What ingredients must be declared on a label
Bioactive compounds can be described as: a. trace elements b. extra nutritional constituents of foods c. conditional amino acids d. minor minerals
b. extra nutritional constituents of foods
Calculate the kcal from a 500 mL 20% intralipid in a parenteral nutrition regimen a. 500 b. 750 c. 1,000 d. 1,250
c. 1,000
What is the protein requirement for patients on peritoneal dialysis? a. 0.6 g/kg to 0 8 g/kg b. 0.8 g/kg to 1 g/kg c. 1.2 g/kg to 1.3 g/kg d. > 1.3 g/kg
c. 1.2 g/kg to 1.3 g/kg
Calculate the energy content (kcal) of a 100-g piece of apple pie with the following macronutrient contents: 37 g water, 3 g protein, 16 g fat, 44 g carbohydrate. a. 144 b. 176 c. 332 d. 396
c. 332
How many pressure ulcer/injury stages are there? a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5
c. 4
Which of the following is a ketone body? a. Beta carotene b. Acetaminophen c. Beta hydroxybutyrate d. Acetyl CoA
c. Beta hydroxybutyrate
What is the recommended test to screen for gestational diabetes in a client who has a history of roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery and is experiencing dumping syndrome? a. Perform 1-hour oral glucose tolerance test with a 75 g glucose load b. Check hemoglobin A1c levels c. Check fasting and 2-hour postprandial glucose levels for 1 week d. Perform 3-hour oral glucose tolerance test with a 100 g glucose load
c. Check fasting and 2-hour postprandial glucose levels for 1 week
The World Health Organization growth charts for children younger than age 2 are based on data from a. Children from the United States only b. Children from the United States and Europe c. Children from six different countries on different continents d. Children from the United States and Canada
c. Children from six different countries on different continents
Carotenoids are incorporated into _____ within the enterocyte to be taken to the lymph system and eventually the blood. a. Micelle b. Retinoic acid c. Chylomicrons d. Blood albumin
c. Chylomicrons
Which vitamin deficiency is likely to develop in a patient with liver disease? a. A b. E c. D d. K
c. D
At what point in the process of motivational interviewing does agenda mapping typically occur? a. Engaging b. Evoking c. Focusing d. Planning
c. Focusing
What does the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program (OAANP) offer? a. Nutrition counseling for older adults via federally funded clinics b. Food vouchers for low-income, elderly individuals c. Grants to support nutrition services at the state level for individuals older than 60 years of age d. Nutrition-related promotional materials to be distributed in nursing homes.
c. Grants to support nutrition services at the state level for individuals older than 60 years of age
Which of the following is a likely diagnosis if acanthosis nigricans are present? a. High blood sugar b. Hypertension in a person who is also diabetic c. High insulin levels in the blood d. Low insulin levels in the blood
c. High insulin levels in the blood
Long-term use of corticosteroids can lead to which of the following? a. Low blood pressure b. Increased loss of body fluids c. Hyperglycemia d. Thickened skin
c. Hyperglycemia
Which of the following indicates a breastfeeding infant has a good latch? a. Infant's swallowing is inaudible b. Infant makes smacking noises c. Infant's cheeks are rounded d. There is space between infant's chin and mother's breast
c. Infant's cheeks are rounded
Intake of _____ should be carefully monitored in patients with kidney disease because phosphorous is more easily absorbed from this source. a. Dairy b. Meat c. Inorganic phosphate food additive d. Whole grains
c. Inorganic phosphate food additive
Tyramine is a pressor agent in food that can affect which class of drugs? a. Statins b. H blockers c. MAO inhibitors d. Lithium
c. MAO inhibitors
Which of the following might need to be excluded from the diet of patients with celiac disease? a. Hominy grits b. Rice noodles c. Oatmeal d. Potato flour
c. Oatmeal
What should be avoided when purchasing bivalve mollusks? a. Shucked oysters b. Tightly closed shells c. Opened shells d. Canned clams
c. Opened shells
What are protein recommendations for a person with diabetes based on? a. Hydrogen breath test b. Average of a series of A1c measurements c. RDA for healthy individuals d. Resting metabolic rate
c. RDA for healthy individuals
According to Herzberg's dual theory of motivation/hygiene, which of the following is considered a motivator? a. Salary b. Company policy c. Recognition d. Working conditions
c. Recognition
What type of standards must be met to attain LEED certification? a. Food safety b. Efficiency in the flow of the building c. Sustainability d. Bright lighting
c. Sustainability
In a taste test evaluation, which of the following foods would have a notable "astringency" as part of its flavor profile? a. Lemons b. Grapefruit c. Tea d. Milk
c. Tea
Which of the following is an example of a sol? a. Balsamic vinaigrette b. Egg white meringue on a pie c. Turkey gravy d. Flan
c. Turkey gravy
Which of the following may develop from taking antiretroviral therapy? a. Hypoglycemia b. Pruritus c. Type 2 diabetes d. Blount's disease
c. Type 2 diabetes
Which of the following nutrients has an important role in maintenance of body composition for older adults? a. fat b. iron c. protein d. vitamin C
c. protein
After a major flood, which of the following is OK to retain? a. A screw-top jar of peanut butter b. A snap-top container of snack chips c. A box of infant formula d. A retort pouch of cashews
d. A retort pouch of cashews
An inventory control tool that uses high, medium and low value system is known as the _____ method. a. minimum-maximum b economic order quantity c. inventory valuation d. A-B-C Inventory
d. A-B-C Inventory
Which chemical compound causes irritation that stimulates nerve endings to provide the sensation of spicy-hot? a. Bromelain b. Papain c. Piperine d. Capsaicin
d. Capsaicin
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition that affects transport of which mineral across the cell membrane? a. Sodium b. Potassium c. Phosphorus d. Chloride
d. Chloride
Which of the following heat-transfer methods uses direct contact of one object or substances with another? a. Radiation b. Convection c. Microwave d. Conduction
d. Conduction
Xerostomia is a condition marked by which of the following? a. Abnormal smell and taste b. Cloudiness of cornea c. Inflammation of lips and gums d. Decreased salivary secretion and dry mouth
d. Decreased salivary secretion and dry mouth
Which of the following is an effect of lung disease on nutritional status? a. Increased appetite b. Increased intake due to fluid restriction c. Decreased energy expenditure, altered metabolism, decreased work of breathing d. Difficulty preparing food due to fatigue
d. Difficulty preparing food due to fatigue
Which acts as an emulsifier in food preparation? a. Egg white b. Whole milk c. Bananas d. Egg yolk
d. Egg yolk
Which of the following is present in steatohepatitis? a. Benign accumulation in the liver b. Excess glycogen in the liver c. Protein toxicity in the liver d. Fat accumulation and inflammation of the liver
d. Fat accumulation and inflammation of the liver
Which transporter distributes fructose across the intestinal apical membrane? a. Glut-1 b. Glut-3 c. Glut-2 d. Glut-5
d. Glut-5
In type 1 diabetes, what is the risk of trying to keep the blood sugars very low (as close to the non-diabetic range as possible)? a. Increase in occurrence of nephropathy b. Increase in occurrence of retinopathy c. Hyperglycemia d. Hypoglycemia
d. Hypoglycemia
Which of the following lists the tasks, duties, and responsibilities of a job, the job's working condition, and the tools, materials, and equipment used to perform it? a. Job specification b. Job identification c. Job qualifications d. Job description
d. Job description
The DASH diet increases which of the following nutrients? a. Sodium b. Vitamin C c. Chloride d. Magnesium
d. Magnesium
What may develop as a result of excessive milk consumption? a. Megaloblastic anemia b. Hemolytic anemia c. Intestinal bleeding disorder d. Microcytic anemia
d. Microcytic anemia
What term is defined as an obsession with avoiding unhealthful foods and eating a "correct" diet? a. Binge-eating disorder b. Bulimia nervosa c. Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder d. Orthorexia
d. Orthorexia
Which of the following is the best example of a SMART goal? a. Lose 7% of my body weight b. Incorporate 150 minutes a week of physical activity c. Begin using mindfulness techniques when eating d. Purchase a pair of walking shoes that fit before I meet with my RDN next week.
d. Purchase a pair of walking shoes that fit before I meet with my RDN next week.
Which of the following foods would be recommended for a patient being treated for gastroparesis? a. Ginger ale b. Oranges c. Bran cereal d. Rice
d. Rice
Which of the following would be the lowest priority when designing a menu? a. Food cost b. Type of service c. Production capability d. Sodium content of food
d. Sodium content of food
Which part of a rhubarb plant is typically eaten? a. Flower b. Root and tuber c. Fruit d. Stem
d. Stem
Among the following foods, which would be reintroduced last after bowel resection? a. Mashed potatoes b. Tea c. Bananas d. Strawberries
d. Strawberries
Eating seasonally is a principle of which of the following eating practices? a. Organic b. Orthorexic c. Biodiverse d. Sustainable
d. Sustainable
When working with adults with intellectual disabilities, it is suggested that the dietetics professional _____. a. use the MyPlate for kids because it contains pictures b. speak initially to the guardian rather than the client c. test the client to make sure they understand specific topics d. ask the client what they would like to be taught
d. ask the client what they would like to be taught
People with cystic fibrosis are most likely to become deficient in a. thiamine and iron b. vitamin B12 c. selenium and magnesium d. zinc and fat-soluble vitamins
d. zinc and fat-soluble vitamins
Practices and associated attitudes that predetermine what, when, why, and how a person eats is referred to as _____. a. Food preferences b. Food habits c. Meal pattern d. Meal plan
b. Food habits
What is the purpose of a tabletop drill in a foodservice organization? a. To repair foodservice equipment b. For emergency preparedness c. For sustainability practices d. To reduce energy use
b. For emergency preparedness
Which of the following is the BEST example of an educational objective? a. Participant will understand components of a Mediterranean eating pattern b. Given a list of foods, participant will identify those highest in MUFA c. Participant will verbalize components of a Mediterranean eating plan d. Instructor will provide a list of foods high in MUFA
b. Given a list of foods, participant will identify those highest in MUFA
Where in the body does leptin relay the status of fat stores? a. Stomach b. Hypothalamus c. Pancreas d. Pituitary gland
b. Hypothalamus
What compound in tomatoes is considered a potential anticancer agent, especially in prostate cancer? a. Tocopherol b. Lycopene c. Retinol d. Quinone
b. Lycopene
An employee who goes out of their way to succeed in one area or activity to make up for deficiencies in another area or activity is exhibiting what type of behavior? a. Substitution b. Compensation c. Aggression d. Projection
b. Compensation
Which of the following is the term for "a general or modified diet prescribed and documented in a client's medical record"? a. Nutrition prescription b. Diet order c. Diet plan d. Eating plan
b. Diet order
Which of the following should be the frontline test when diagnosing food allergy? a. Mediator release assay (LEAP diet) b. Double-blind placebo-controlled challenge c. Allergen-specific IgG, cytotoxicity assay d. Endoscopic allergen provocation
b. Double-blind placebo-controlled challenge
Which of the following refers to successfully producing a desired result? a. Efficiency b. Effectiveness c. Accuracy d. Accountability
b. Effectiveness
What is the recommended time frame for avoiding pregnancy after bariatric surgery? a. 3-4 years b. 1-2 years c. 6-12 months d. 1-3 months
b. 1-2 years
What percentage of total energy from fat should be provided through an elemental (hydrolyzed) formula to prevent essential fatty acid deficiency (EFAD)? a. 1%-2% b. 3%-4% c. 2%-3% d. 4%-5%
b. 3%-4%
What is the recommended parts per million of available chlorine for a lukewarm, 1-minute chlorine bath used to sanitize dishes and utensils? a. 10 b. 50 c. 100 d. 500
b. 50
A person with diabetes has an insulin to carbohydrate ratio of 1:10. How much rapid-acting insulin would this person need to cover a 72 g carbohydrate meal? a. 6 units b. 7 units c. 9 units d. 15 units
b. 7 units
Which compound is found in the skin and converted to vitamin D3 through ultraviolet B exposure? a. Ergocalciferol b. 7-dehydrocholesterol c. Cholecalciferol d. Ergosterol
b. 7-dehydrocholesterol
Stools that are clay-colored indicate a disturbance in the production or secretion of which of the following? a. Lipase b. Bilirubin c. Peptidases d. Amylase
b. Bilirubin
Which non-essential compound is used to transport non-esterified long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria for beta oxidation? a. Cysteine b. Carnitine c. Choline d. Cholesterol
b. Carnitine
What is the predominant protein in cow's milk? a. Albumin b. Casein c. Whey d. Soy isolate
b. Casein
