1. Vitamins are classified according to their _____.

a. Solubility

b. Transparency

c. Insolubility

d. Preference

2. Characteristics of water-soluble vitamins

a. Dissolve in alcohol

b. Digestion, secretion, and transportation similar

c. Tend to be bound to proteins in food

d. Cannot be destroyed or removed during food storage or preparation

3. It is essential, so eat regularly to increase your food intake and meet all your
nutritional needs. ∙ Keep your intake of empty calorie foods to the minimum and eat
more nutrient-dense foods.

a. Energy

b. Power

c. Calcium

d. Fats
4. Creates energy, helps the brain develop, keeps skin and hair healthy, and protects
against infections.

a. Calcium

b. Fats

c. Folate

d. Iron

5. Baby needs vitamins and one of these keeps nerve and blood cells healthy, and
makes DNA -- the genetic material in every cell.

a. Vitamin A

b .Vitamin B1

c. Vitamin B2

d. Vitamin E

6. Baby needs vitamins and one of these protects against infections, builds bone and
muscles, and helps wounds heal.

a. Vitamin A

b. Vitamin B1

c. Vitamin C

d. Vitamin D
7. Most cow's milk formulas contain the following, EXCEPT

a. Iron

b. Protein

c. Lactulose

d. Calcium and zinc

8. When is nutrition very critical?

a. During pregnancy

b. Childhood

c. Puberty

d. Middle age

9. Which nutrient does a women need during pregnancy that will not be able to be met
by diet or existing stores only?

a. Iron

b. Calcium

c. Magnesium

d. Protein
10. The study of how foods and nutrients affect the survival/health of living things

a. Nutrition

b. Health

c. Lifestyle

d. Exercise

11. Chemical substances (in foods, powders, or pills) used by the body for growth,
reproduction, and maintenance of health

a. Nutrients

b. Health

c. Lifestyle

d. Exercise

12. How many calories per gram does protein have

a. 4

b. 5

c. 6

d. 7
13. What should you do with picky eaters?

a. Force them to eat it. They will learn to love it

b. Offer them a lot of unfamiliar foods at the same time. That way you get it over with.

c. Don't do anything and just provide the food they want and ask for

d. Lead by example and don't pressure them. Help the food look good and fun

14. Choose seafood, lean meat and poultry, eggs, beans, peas, soy products, and
unsalted nuts and seeds.

a. Protein

b. Fruits

c. Vegetables

d. Grains

15. Fats that mainly come from animal sources of food, such as red meat, poultry and
full-fat dairy products.

a. Saturated and trans fats

b. Fatty acid

c. Amino acid

d. Linolic acid

Option 5
16. A large sugar molecule that is made up of two smaller sugar molecules, glucose and
galactose. In order for lactose to be absorbed from the intestine and into the body, it
must first be split into glucose and galactose.

a. Lactose

b. Lactulose

c. Molecule

d. Dairy

17. A red-orange pigment found in plants and fruits, especially carrots and colorful
vegetables. The comes from the Greek “beta” and Latin “carota” (carrot).

a. Beta carotene

b. Betamethasone

c. Beta alpha

d. Beta iodine

18. A trace element that is essential for regulating the immune system. It can be found
in a range of foods, including seafood.*

a. Zinc

b. Iodine

c. Folate

d. Protein
19. Something added to complete a thing, supply a deficiency, or reinforce or extend a
whole.

a. Iodine

b. Folate

c. Supplement

d. Protein

20. One of the B-vitamins and is needed to make red and white blood cells in the bone
marrow, convert carbohydrates into energy, and produce DNA and RNA. Adequate
intake is extremely important during periods of rapid growth such as pregnancy, infancy,
and adolescence.

a. Iodine

b. Folate

c. Protein

d. Zinc

21. It is the organized acquisition of goods and services on behalf of the buying entity?

a. Selling

b. Purchasing

c. Credit

d. Keeping

Option 2
22. A macronutrient that is essential to building muscle mass. It is commonly found in
animal products, though is also present in other sources, such as nuts and legumes.
There are three macronutrients: protein, fats and carbohydrates. Macronutrients provide
calories, or energy.

a. Protein

b .Zinc

c. Folate

d. Iodine

23. Why do adults need fewer calories?

a. Their metabolism speeds up

b. Their metabolism slows down

c. They get more tired easier so they get fatter

d. They don't need fewer calories

24. The elderly loses their sense of taste and smell putting them at greater risk of:

a. Calcium deficiency

b. Food poisoning

c. Too much sodium

d. Heart disease
25. What factors make it difficult for the Elderly to get good nutrition?

a. Live alone

b. Disabilities

c. Financial Reasons

d. All of the above

26. If adults eat the same amount of food as when they were younger, they are likely to:

a. Gain Weight

b. Lose Weight

c .Maintain Weight

d. None of these

27. Your patient is on a renal diet (Low potassium, Low sodium, and Low phosphorous).
Which of the following can they order for a meal?

a. Macaroni and cheese with grilled tomatoes and an orange juice

b. Grilled chicken with Peas and carrots

c. Cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato and onion and French Fries

d. 4 ounces of milk, cheerios, coffee, scrambled eggs

28. What does a BRAT diet stand for?

a. Bacon, Rice, Apple juice, Toast

b. Banana, Rice, Applesauce, Toast

c. Bread, raisins, Avocado, Tomatoes

d. Banana, Raspberry, Apples, Tangerins

29. Mary wants to increase her intake of foods rich in beta carotene. Which of the
following would be the best source?

a.Whole-wheat bread

b.Spinach

c.Scrambled egg

d.Wheat germ

30. Vitamin D deficiency is more common in people who:

a. Have darker skin and live at higher latitudes

b. Have darker skin and live at lower latitudes

c. Have lighter skin and live at higher latitudes

d. Have lighter skin and live at lower latitudes

31. The best menu choice for a patient with a severe wound who needs adequate
vitamin C to help promote healing would be:

Stuffed green pepper

Whole-wheat toast with Swiss cheese

Chocolate milkshake

Grilled chicken

32. Dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia, and death characterize symptoms associated with:

a. Pellagra

b. Scurvy

c. Rickets

d. Beri-beri

33. The nutrition care process begins

a. when patient/client/group has been identified at nutritional risk

b. when a patient/client/group needs further assistance to achieve or maintain nutrition and

health goals

c. when nutrition goals are met

d. A and B
34. What is the correct order of the steps in the Nutrition Care Process?

a. Assessment, Intervention, Monitoring and Outcomes Evaluation, Diagnosis

b. Diagnosis, Assessment, Intervention, Monitoring and Outcomes Evaluation

c. Intervention, Assessment, Diagnosis, Monitoring and Outcomes Evaluation

d. Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring and Outcomes Evaluation

35. Megaloblastic anemia is associated with:

a. Vitamin C deficiency

b. Selenium deficiency

c. Protein deficiency

d. Folate deficiency

36. It would be beneficial for a 65-year old woman to consume foods with calcium that
are well absorbed such as:

a. Yogurt

b. Baked beans

c. Orange slices

d. Chicken livers
37. Phosphorus functions in metabolic processes to maintain health by:

a. Assisting in the formation of fibrin to form clots

b. Controlling the uptake of iodine from the blood

c. Capturing energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate

d. Carrying oxygen to the cells for oxidation and metabolism

38. A patient has been taking a diuretic medication to manage blood pressure and
complains of overall weakness, difficulty breathing, and a feeling of abdominal bloating.
These symptoms may be characteristics of:

a. Sodium toxicity

b. Potassium deficiency

c. Excess potassium intake

d. Iron toxicity

39. A patient with high blood pressure is recommended to reduce sodium intake in the
diet. A food choice that should be limited is:

a. Whole grain toast with peanut butter

b. Pork loin with cranberry sauce

c. Beef and bean burrito

d. Olive and feta cheese salad

40. Carbohydrates should compose ___________ of a person's daily calorie intake.

a. 40-50%

b. 55-65%

c. 60-70%

d. 65-75%

41. What is a balanced diet?

a. A diet that consists of the right nutrients in the right quantities

b. A diet that consists of eating fruits and vegetables

c. A diet that consists of eating diary food

d. None of the above

42. Hypothyroidism is characterized by:

a. Thin coarse hair, weight gain, poor cold tolerance

b. Thin coarse hair, general nervousness, weight loss

c. Acne-like skin lesions, weight loss, increased appetite

d. Weight gain, heat intolerance, dwarfism

43. Elderly adults are at risk for dehydration because of:

a. Inability to dilute urine

b. Decreased serum glucose levels

c. Decreased thirst sensation

d. Poor intestinal fluid absorption

44. The easiest way to measure fluid loss during a day of hard work in a hot climate is
to:

a. Measure and compare fluid intake and urine output

b. Measure blood pressure throughout the day

c. Determine serum sodium levels before and after work

d. Measure body weight at the beginning and at the end of the day

45. Eating too many simple carbohydrates can cause what?

a. Cancer

b. Tooth decay

c. Insulin deficiency

d. Super Powers
46. What is not a type of carbohydrate?

a. Fat

b. Fiber

c. Starch

d. Sugar

47. Which health problems is a consequence of eating too much added sugar?

Overweight

b. Heart disease

c. Diabetes

d. All of the above

48. Substances that work with electrolytes to help maintain fluid balance include:

a. Dietary fiber

b. Plasma proteins

c. Blood hemoglobin

d. Vitamin C

49. The main electrolyte that surrounds the outside of the cells is:

a. Sodium

b. Calcium

c. Potassium
50. Complete protein sources that can help meet increased nutrient needs during
pregnancy are:

a. Cow’s milk and soy milk

b. Baked beans and green beans

c. Orange juice and grapefruit juice

d. Whole-grain cereal and whole-grain bread

51. An increase of 340 kcal/day is recommended during pregnancy during the:

Second trimester

Third trimester

First and second trimesters

Second and third trimesters

52. It is important to counsel women of childbearing age to consume adequate amounts

of folic acid to reduce the risk of:

a. Developing type 2 diabetes mellitus

b. Developing hyperemesis gravidarum

c. Malformation of the neural tube during the gestation period

d. Poor absorption of calcium and phosphorus during fetal bone growth

53. Benefits of breastfeeding include:

a. More flexibility in the mother’s schedule

b. Enhanced immune system in the infant

c. Reduced risk of iron deficiency in the infant

d. Decreased energy needs for the mother

54. Gestational diabetes is more common in women who have:

a. Anemia

b. Hyperemesis

c. Obesity

d. Hypertension

55. Why do we need protein?

a. For energy

b. To build cells

c. To repair bones and muscles

d. All of the above

56. Which could mean you're not getting enough protein?

a. Weight loss

b. Muscle fatigue

c. Loss in muscle strength

d. All of the above

57. Which of the following foods would most likely be appropriate for an 8-month old
infant?

a. Whole milk

b. Scrambled egg

c. Chopped apples

d. Regular yogurt

58. It is not recommended to introduce which of the following foods as the first solid
food for an infant?

a. Infant oat cereal

b. Egg white

c. Pureed carrots

d. Applesauce
59. Appropriate feeding tips to convey to parents of toddlers include:

a. Season food more than usual so the child will eat

b. Offer a variety of foods but do not force the child to eat

c. Serve small portions and ensure that the child finished them

d. Do not allow the child to serve themselves small portions

60. What nutrient is a source of energy and helps your body to absorb vitamins?

a. carbohydrates

b. fats

c. minerals

d. protein

61. Another name for fats and oils

a. proteins

b. Lipids

c. sugar

d. nucleic acids
62. Parents can help school-age children develop healthy eating habits by:

a. Teaching how to restrict food intake to avoid weight gain

b. Leading by example and eating a diet that provides nutrient-dense snack foods

c. Ensuring that children never eat high-fat or energy-dense snack foods

d. Encouraging children not to adopt parents’ unhealthy eating habits

63. A teenage girls more often respond to social and peer pressure to restrict food
intake and control weight, which can lead to:

a. Obesity

b. Epilepsy

c. Disordered eating

d. Type 1 diabetes mellitus

64. Unsaturated fats are healthier for you. Which of the following foods contain primary
unsaturated fats?

a. butter

b. bacon

c. olive oil

d. eggs
65. How can you avoid foods with trans fats?*

a. Check the label

b. Check the ingredient list

c. Both a and c

d. None of the above

66. This diet is often prescribed for a short period after surgery to give your GI tract a
rest

a. Clear liquid diet

b. Full liquid diet

c. Regular diet

d. NPO

67. This is prescribed after surgery as a transition from clear to regular diet

a. Soft diet

b. Diet as tolerated

c. Bland diet

d. Full liquid diet

68. Sometimes called the “house diet"

a. Clear liquid diet

b. Soft diet

c. Bland diet

d. Regular diet

69. What's good about albacore tuna, salmon, and sardines?

a. They're high in antioxidants

b. They're high in omega-3 fatty acids

c. They're high in flavonoids

d. They’re high in fats

70. Sometimes called the Low fat, Low Cholesterol diet. It is used for patients who have
elevated cholesterol and may also have high blood pressure

a. Cardiac diet

b. Diabetic diet

c. Low sodium diet

d.Renal diet
71. What food contain calcium?

a. Oranges

b. Chicken

c. Yogurt

d. Iceberg lettuce

72. Vitamin D can be obtained from _______________.

a. Carrots

b. Cereal

c. Wholegrain food

d. Sunlight

73. Mr. Smith is recovering from a neck surgery, which diet will be prescribed by the
doctor?

a. Liquid diet

b. Mechanical soft diet

c. Full diet

d. Regular diet
74. This diet will help to get rid of excess fluids and assist in improving medical
condition?

a. Low sodium diet

b. Cardiac diet

c. Renal diet

d. Healthy diet

75. This diet consist of foods that you puree in a blender and are thin enough to drink
through a straw

a. Mechanical soft diet

b. Blenderized diet

c. Slurpee diet

d. Mushed diet

76. Bacterial syntheses in digestive tract, green leafy veggies, cabbage type veggies,
soybeans and vegetable oils are sources of what vitamin?

a. Vitamin K

b. Vitamin A

c. Vitamin D

d. Vitamin C
77. Vitamin D deficiency causes?

a. anemia

b. Sore throat

c. Night blindness

d. Rickets

78. Synthesis of blood clotting and important in bone mineralization:

a. Vitamin B

b. Vitamin K

c. Vitamin A

d. Vitamin D

79. Is an essential mineral commonly found in seafoods

a. Iodine

b. Selenium

c. Copper

d. Iron
80. Which of the following is true about vitamins?

Vitamins do not yield energy

All vitamin requirements do not change with age

Vitamin D needs are decreased with age

Vitamins are only found in fruits and vegetables

81. Body composition shifts with age, showing what changes?

a. Decrease in fat mass and increase in fat free mass

b. Increase in bone mineral and protein

c. Increase in water composition and fat free mass

d. Increase in fat mass and decrease in fat free mass

82. Vitamin D can be obtained from _______________.

a. Carrots

b. Cereal

c. Wholegrain food

d. Sunlight
83. What is a measure of the energy you get from food?

a. Fiber

b. Calorie

c. Trans-Fat

d. Carbohydrate

84. Which diet is commonly prescribed after intestinal surgery, during heart burn, gastric
ulcers?

a. Regular diet

b. Full diet

c. Bland diet

d. Soft diet

85. Young women who are physically active, especially those who are endurance
athletes, are more likely to:

a. Iron deficiency

b. Energy excess

c. Protein overload

d. Iodine deficiency
86. Ms, Velayo, a postoperative patient has been placed on a clear liquid diet. The
nurse provides the patient with which items that are allowed to be consumed on this
diet?

a. Water

b. Vegetable juice

c. Sherbet

d. Custard

87. Malnutrition can lead to what consequence(s)?

a. Prolonged wound healing

b. Increased immunity

c. Decreased nutrient needs

d. Increased use of medications

88. Which are symptoms of hyperglycemia

a. Abdominal pain

b. Polyuria

c. Drowsiness

d. Nausea and vomiting

89. Body composition shifts with age, showing what changes?

a. Increase in bone mineral and protein

b. Decrease in fat mass and increase in fat free mass

c. Increase in fat mass and decrease in fat free mass

d. Increase in water composition and fat free mass

90. A client who is recovering from surgery has been advanced from a clear liquid diet
to a full liquid diet. The client is looking forward to the diet change because he has been
"bored" with the clear liquid diet. The nurse would offer which full liquid item to the
client?

a. Custard

b. Tea

c. Gelatin

d. Popsicle

91. Mrs. Del Monte is ordered a clear liquid diet for breakfast, to advance to a house
diet as tolerated. Which of the following assessments would indicate her diet should not
be advanced?

a. Mrs. Del Monte consumed 75% of the liquids on her breakfast.

b. Mrs. Del Monte tells you she is hungry

c. Mrs. Del Monte's abdomen is soft, non-distended, with bowel sounds

d. Mrs. Del Monte reports fullness and diarrhea after breakfast.

92. Which of the following is a preferred food source of carbohydrates?

a. Lean meats

b. Eggs

c. White pasta

d. Whole wheat bread

93. Which of the following is a preferred food source of carbohydrate?

a. White pasta

b. Eggs

c. Whole wheat bread

d. Lean meats

94. Which of the following food items believed to be complete meal or balanced diet?

a. Vegetables.

b. Milk.

c. Fruits.

d. Honey.
95. A 67-year-old male patient with emphysema who says that he has not prepared a
meal for himself since he was a teenager asks the nurse for information about food
groups. The nurse is correct to tell him that which of the following foods is NOT a dairy
product?

a. Yogurt

b. Cheese

c. Margarine

d. Butter

96. A client with hypertension has been told to maintain a diet low in sodium. A nurse
who is teaching this client about foods that are allowed includes which food item in a list
provided to the client?

a. Tomato Soup

b. Boiled Shrimp

c. Instant Oatmeal

d. Summer Squash

97. Which diet is commonly prescribed after intestinal surgery, during heart burn, gastric
ulcers?

a. Liquid diet.

b. Gluten free diet.

c. Bland diet.

d. Low fat diet.

98. Adequate nutrition can be promoted by all of the following,except

a. encouraging individuals to limit salt intake

b. educating individuals to avoid gas-producing foods

c. encouraging individuals to avoid eating carbohydrates

d. recommending dietary supplementation as prescribed by the treating clinician or registered

dietician

99. Slow and failed weaning from EN in children is most likely to occur after

a. 6 weeks of age

b. 3 months of age

c. 24 months of age

d. 5 years of age

100. Mrs. Del Monte is ordered a clear liquid diet for breakfast, to advance to a house
diet as tolerated. Which of the following assessments would indicate her diet should not
be advanced?

a. Mrs. Del Monte consumed 75% of the liquids on her breakfast.

b. Mrs. Del Monte tells you she is hungry

c. Mrs. Del Monte's abdomen is soft, non-distended, with bowel sounds

d. Mrs. Del Monte reports fullness and diarrhea after breakfast.