Foundations Of Nutritional Status And Assessment Practice Tests

Question 1

Which of the following best describes optimal nutritional status?

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A. Sufficient nutrient intake to support daily needs and increased metabolic demands.

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B. Depleted nutrient reserves due to inadequate intake.

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C. Excessive consumption of nutrients, particularly calories, sodium, and fat.

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D. A state unaffected by physiologic, psychosocial, or economic factors.

Question 2

Define the term 'obesogenic environment' and provide one example of how it impacts dietary choices.

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An obesogenic environment is one that promotes high-fat, energy-dense foods and discourages physical activity. An example is the prevalence of fast-food advertising.

Question 3

According to statistics, less than 50% of adults in the United States are overweight or obese.

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True

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False

Question 4

Which of the following strategies can help combat the obesogenic environment? (Select all that apply)

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A. Removing soda and candy machines from schools.

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B. Increasing fast-food advertising.

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C. Providing safe places to exercise and play outdoors.

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D. Encouraging sedentary activities like video games.

Question 5

According to BMI criteria, what is the threshold for defining obesity in adults?

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C. 30 or greater

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A. 20 or greater

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B. 25 or greater

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D. 35 or greater

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a typical physiological change in aging adults that affects nutritional status?

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D. Increased saliva production

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A. Poor dentition

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B. Decreased visual acuity

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C. Slowed gastrointestinal motility

Question 7

During adolescence, boys typically experience an increase in body fat percentage compared to girls.

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True

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False

Question 8

Which of the following are components of metabolic syndrome?

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Increased blood pressure

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Decreased fasting plasma glucose

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Low HDL cholesterol

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Decreased waist circumference

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Low LDL cholesterol

Question 9

What is the recommended weight gain range for overweight women during pregnancy, according to the CDC?

Accepted Answer

15-25 lbs

Question 10

Which of the following is a primary benefit of breastfeeding for infants?

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C. Natural immunity through IgA antibodies

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A. Increased risk of food allergies

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B. Higher cost than commercial formulas

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D. Increased likelihood of overfeeding

Question 11

Which of the following factors is LEAST likely to influence an individual's dietary practices?

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D. Hair color

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A. Cultural definition of food

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B. Frequency of meals eaten away from home

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C. Religious practices

Question 12

Which of the following is the FIRST step in nutritional assessment?

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A. Nutrition screening

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B. Comprehensive nutritional assessment

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C. Dietary intake information

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D. Anthropomorphic measures

Question 13

Which of the following components are typically included in a comprehensive nutritional assessment?

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A. Dietary history and clinical information

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B. Physical examination for clinical signs

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C. Anthropometric measures

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D. Laboratory tests

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E. Nutrition screening

Question 14

A waist circumference greater than 35 inches in women and 40 inches in men is associated with increased risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.

Accepted Answer

True

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False

Question 15

What formula is used to calculate Body Mass Index (BMI)?

Accepted Answer

weight (kg) / height (meters)^2

Question 16

Which of the following clinical signs is NOT typically associated with nutritional deficiencies?

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D. Increased salivation

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A. Skin lesions

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B. Hair loss

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C. Glossitis

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT considered a cardinal feature of long-term weight loss?

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Strict elimination of all carbohydrates from the diet.

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Individualized and realistic patient goals.

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Regular physical exercise (4 to 5 times a week for 30 minutes).

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Eating a low-calorie, low-fat diet (caloric intake 1400 to 1500 kcal/day, fat intake 20% to 25% of total calories).

Question 18

Which of the following biomarkers are used to diagnose Metabolic Syndrome (MetS)? (Select all that apply)

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Waist circumference (gender-based measurements)

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Glucose level (above 100 mg/dL or being treated for hyperglycemia)

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Low-density lipoprotein (LDL-C) (above 100mg/dL)

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High-density lipoprotein (HDL-C) (gender-based measurements or being treated for hyperlipidemia)

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Triglyceride (TG) level (above 150 mg/dL or being treated for elevated TG)

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Hypotension (HTN) (systolic and diastolic parameters or being treated for HTN)

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Hypertension (HTN) (systolic and diastolic parameters or being treated for HTN)

Question 19

List three potential nutritional consequences of bariatric surgery.

Accepted Answer

Malabsorption of protein and calories, malabsorption of vitamins and minerals, weight regain, obstruction

Question 20

Kwashiorkor is a type of malnutrition characterized by a starved appearance.

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True

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False

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