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PreAssessment Nutrition C787 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% CORRECT
PreAssessment Nutrition C787 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% CORRECT -Spices or herbs are added to season food without adding salt. Correct Answer: Which stat... [Show More] ement is an appropriate nutritional recommendation when planning a balanced meal? -Whole milk is recommended for the increased calcium and nutrient value -Shortening is used instead of soft margarine when preparing food. -Spices or herbs are added to season food without adding salt. -Red meat should be the main protein on your plate throughout the week. Buy nonperishable food in bulk. Correct Answer: Which recommendation is appropriate for a nurse to suggest to a client who wants to start cooking healthy on a budget? Buy frozen dinners. Buy nonperishable food in bulk. Buy fresh vegetables in bulk. Buy pre-cut vegetables. -Estimated average requirement (EAR) Correct Answer: Which Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) value provides information to assist in developing recommendations for populations? -Recommended dietary allowance (RDA) -Adequate Intake (AI) -Tolerable upper intake level (UL) -Estimated average requirement (EAR) -The recommended dietary allowance for protein has not been established for infants younger than 7 months. Correct Answer: Which statement is appropriate about daily reference intakes (DRIs) for infants? -Human milk does not supply the adequate intake (AI) of nutrients for term infants. -Adequate intakes (AIs) for all macronutrients have not been established for infants 7 through 12 months of age. -Infant formula always requires additional sources of nutrient intake. -The recommended dietary allowance for protein has not been established for infants younger than 7 months. -This snack would be considered too high in fat. Correct Answer: When discussing a diet for weight loss, a patient asks if a snack with 240 calories, 120 calories from fat, is appropriate. How should the health professional respond? -A snack with 240 calories is an appropriate choice. -This snack would be considered too high in calories. -This snack would be considered too high in fat. -It depends on the amount of other nutrients in the snack. 130% of daily value Correct Answer: Based on a 2000-calorie diet, what is the recommended percent daily value for calcium for a healthy adolescent girl? 200% of daily value 70% of daily value 130% of daily value 100% of daily value -Increasing the intake of protein-rich foods -Outlining the components of a weight loss diet plan -Incorporating the components of the DASH diet Correct Answer: A nurse is designing a diet to meet the nutritional needs of a client with a BMI of 31 kg/m , a history of hypertension, and a low albumin level. Which three interventions should the nurse include in the teaching plan for this client? Choose 3 answers -Increasing the intake of protein-rich foods -Outlining the components of a weight loss diet plan -Incorporating the components of the DASH diet -Limiting the amount of dairy products consumed -Choosing foods with 20% or less of the daily value of sodium -Decreasing the intake of potassium-rich foods -Oatmeal, whole grain toast, blueberries, and coffee Correct Answer: Which menu items are appropriate for a patient with early chronic kidney disease? -Oatmeal, whole grain toast, blueberries, and coffee -Scrambled eggs, bacon, banana, and milk -Pancakes and syrup, sausage, strawberries, and orange juice -Ham and cheese omelet, potatoes, oranges, and tea Hard-boiled egg Correct Answer: Which food is appropriate for a patient on a low-sodium diet? Hard-boiled egg White bread Canned vegetables Cottage cheese Infertility Osteoporosis Premature death Correct Answer: When assessing a 36-year-old dancer the nurse notes a body mass index of 16 kg/m . For which three conditions are the patient at increased risk? Choose 3 answers Food allergies Infertility Type 2 diabetes Osteoporosis Premature death Coronary artery disease -I want to increase my energy level so I can have fun with my kids. Correct Answer: The occupational health nurse is starting a weight management program for employees. Several employees have stated goals for the class. Which employee goal is appropriate and realistic? -I want to increase my energy level so I can have fun with my kids. -I want you to provide me with a plan to lose two dress sizes by next month. -I want my friends to envy how I look after I lose weight in this class. -I want to lose 20 pounds by my high school reunion in two weeks. -A patient with initial weight: 180 pounds (81 kg); weight lost: 18 pounds (8.1 kg) -A patient with initial weight: 439 pounds (199 kg); weight lost: 50 pounds (22 kg) Correct Answer: Which two patients have effectively reduced their risk of complications associated with overweight or obesity after implementing a diet and exercise program? Choose 2 answers -A patient with initial weight: 342 pounds (155 kg); weight lost: 10 pounds (4.5 kg) -A patient with initial weight: 295 pounds (134 kg); weight lost: 6 pounds (2.7 kg) -A patient with initial weight: 180 [Show Less]
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C787 - NUTRITION (C787). UNITS 2 to 7. STUDY GUIDE
C787 - NUTRITION (C787). UNITS 2 to 7. STUDY GUIDE DRIs Correct Answer: - Dietary Reference Intakes - Set of nutritional reference values for the US and... [Show More] Canada that applies to healthy people - Addresses prevention of chronic diet related issues - Food labeling must include information about them - Differs depending on age and gender Nutrition labels always include Correct Answer: serving size RDA Correct Answer: - Recommended Dietary Allowance - Healthful diet contains nutrient intake near RDA - the average daily intake level estimated to meet the needs of nearly all people in a certain group - Used for planning *family* meals sufficient for infants, children, adults and elderly family members AMDR Correct Answer: - Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range - Includes carbohydrates, fats, and proteins - Expressed as a percentage of calories AMDR Range for Carbs Correct Answer: 45-65% AMDR Range for Protein Correct Answer: 10-35% AMDR Range for Fats Correct Answer: 20-35% Tolerable Upper Intake Level Correct Answer: - Highest level of daily consumption of a nutrient that current data has shown to cause no side effects in humans - Ensures people do not take harmful amounts - Used in supplements EAR Correct Answer: - Estimated Average Requirement - Average daily nutrient intake level estimated to meet the requirement of half the healthy individuals in a particular life stage or gender group - Used to guide recommendations & menu planning for *COMMUNITIES*, in combination with upper intake levels Nutrition Correct Answer: The science of how foods affect the human body to promote health and prevent disease 6 classes of nutrients Correct Answer: 1. Water 2. Vitamins 3. Minerals 4. protein 5. fats - lipids 6. carbohydrates 4 things that a healthy full diet contains Correct Answer: 1. Adequate energy intake 2. Variety 3. Fiber 4. Adequate hydration Choose My Plate Correct Answer: - USDA food grouping system that guides nutrition and health - Half the plate should be fruits and veggies - Make at least half of your grains whole grains - Switch to fat-free or low-fat milk Benefits of fruits & veggies Correct Answer: - Provide phytonutrients that reduce the risk of some types of cancer - High in fiber, high in vitamins and minerals, and low in calories - Increasing the amount of colorful veggies reduces the risk of stroke Number of recommended serving of fruits and veggies per day Correct Answer: 9 servings Strategies for balanced meal planning on a budget Correct Answer: - Buy canned veggies in bulk - Buy only the amount of fresh veggies that can be eaten at the time - Buy veggies whole and prepare/trim them at home - Grow veggies and herbs at home - Buy only in season veggies Does skim milk have roughly the same amount of calcium and protein as whole milk? Correct Answer: Yes, skim milk has roughly the same amount of calcium and protein as whole milk Dietary recommendations for whole grain intake Correct Answer: At lease half of all grain products consumed should be whole grain products Consider how the following meal can be improved: Omelet with cheese Toasted English muffin 1 tablespoon all-fruit preserves 1/2 large grapefruit 1 cup whole milk Correct Answer: - use egg whites for the omelet - replace cheese with veggies in the omelets - replace English muffin with whole wheat English muffin - replace whole milk with fat-free milk Why should trans fat and added sugar intake be minimized? Correct Answer: Because there is no DRI value Recommended daily amount of protein intake Correct Answer: 60 grams or 0.8 grams per kilogram body weight Examples of proteins Correct Answer: - garbanzo beans - egg - chicken breast [Show Less]
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WGU c787 Nutrition cohort review questions and answers | Graded A+
WGU c787 Nutrition cohort review questions 1. When nutrition advocates became concerned that recommendations did not do enough to address prevention of ... [Show More] chronic diet related diseases, what policy change were made? Correct Answer: RDA's (Recommended Daily Allowances) expanded into several DRI (Daily Reference Intakes) 2. What is true of dietary reference intake? choose two. Correct Answer: a. They are used to establish taxation rates and food costs **b. Food labeling must include information about them. **c. They differ depending on age and gender d. They are dependent on foodborne illness risks 3. What is always found on a nutrition label in the US? Correct Answer: Serving size 4. A healthful diet contains nutrient intake near what amount? Correct Answer: Recommended daily allowance 5. What is an appropriate use of AMDR (Acceptable Macronutrient Dietary Range) when evaluating the appropriateness of a snack food? Correct Answer: 50% calories from fat is too much. (There is an AMDR for fats, carbs, and proteins only. It is a range of percentages of calories that you should get from that nutrient per day. i.e. 45-65% of calories from carbs per day. 50% of calories from fat is too much. ) 6. What is meant by Tolerable Upper Intake Level? Correct Answer: The highest level of daily consumption that current data has shown to cause no side effects in humans; ensures people do not take harmful amounts. (More for supplements; No side effects in humans) 7. How is estimated average requirement commonly used? Correct Answer: To guide recommendations and menu planning for communities in combinations with upper intake levels. 8. What is true of choose my plate .gov recommendations as presented by their setting place graphic? Correct Answer: Half of the plate should be fruits and vegetables. 9. What is the nutritional benefit of fruits and vegetables? Correct Answer: They provide nutrients that reduce the risk some type of cancer. (They are high in fiber/bulk, vitamins and minerals, low in calories.) 10. What is false regarding fruits and vegetables in the diet? Correct Answer: Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamin B12 (Watch for the negative/false/incorrect questions!!) 11. What strategy might be avoided due to expense for patients looking to eat more healthfully on a budget? Correct Answer: Buying frozen meals 12. Which statement is true about planning a balanced meal? Correct Answer: Skim milk has roughly the same amount of calcium and protein as whole milk. (Always stick with reduced or no fat) 13. What is true about dietary recommendation for whole grain intake? Correct Answer: Half of all grains consumed should be whole grain products. 14. Fritz is hosting a brunch and prepares for each of his friends Omelet with cheese Toasted English muffin 1t all fruit preserves ½ large grapefruit 1c whole milk How can his menu be improved to follow the dietary guidelines for Americans? Choose all that apply Correct Answer: Use egg whites for the omelets Replace cheese with vegetables in the omelets Replace English muffin with whole wheat English muffin Replace whole milk with fat free milk (Adding juice will never be an answer because it is sugar water.) 15. What is true of recommendations concerning trans fat and added sugar intake? Correct Answer: Trans fat and added sugar intake should be minimized. There is no DRI value. 16. What is recommended daily amount of protein intake? Correct Answer: 60g/ day. 17. Which list contains all examples of protein? Correct Answer: Garbanzo beans (Chickpeas), egg, chicken breast, yogurt, cheese, ground beef, peanut butter, tofu 18. What is the best choice for a combination of plant-based foods to maximize healthy diet in a vegetarian diet? Correct Answer: Legume+ whole grain 19. There is a current initiative for more transparent labeling of sugars on nutrition fact labels. In the coming years, which of these might be more obviously labeled sugars? Choose all that apply. Anything ending in-ose, honey Correct Answer: Anything ending in-ose, honey (Most things ending in ose are sugars like glucose, fructose, etc. Not -ase which are enzymes) 20. Which carbohydrate will cause a quick return to hunger? Correct Answer: One with a higher glycemic index (Measures how the body responds to a sugar, low index would mean it raises BG slower.) 21. Which is the reason that seafood can be considered a healthful diet? Correct Answer: Some seafood is high in healthy omega 3 oils 22. What are generally considered sources of healthy fat? Correct Answer: Fish, nuts, olive oil 23. What is not a common source of high levels of sodium? Correct Answer: Spices and herbs (Manufactured breads, processed food and canned soup/broth tend to have lots of sodium) 24. Which foods are relatively rich in iron? Choose all that apply Correct Answer: Dark leafy greens, legumes, red meat, nuts (Root vegetables, eggs and dairy are not.) 25. What is the best vegetarian source of iron from the options provided? Correct Answer: Beans 26. Which of these are protective against heart disease? Correct Answer: Fiber, HDL cholesterol (Not protein, LDL, trans fat, or saturated fat. Protein is neutral, but doesn't increase risk.) 27. Which are linked to increase heart disease risk? Choose all that apply. Correct Answer: LDL, trans fat, saturated fats 28. Reducing heart disease/ stroke Correct Answer: LDL levels below 120mg/dl Limit cholesterol intake to less than 30mg per day Saturated fats-less than 7% of total daily calories At least 30 minutes of activity in daily routine Sodium levels-below 1600mg per day Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber, although most will be soluble. Limit alcohol to 1-2 drinks per day. 29. What is an appropriate dietary intervention to address a patient's low albumin level? Correct Answer: High protein diet. 30. Select foods that would be inappropriate for a patient with kidney disease? Correct Answer: Fried eggs, hot dogs, steak (Watch proteins because they are broken down to ketones which are difficult for the kidneys) 31. What is the dash diet designed to address? Correct Answer: Hypertension (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) 32. Which factors are important in controlling hypertension? Select all that apply Correct Answer: Sodium below 1600mg daily Daily exercise such as a half hour walk Maintaining a healthy weight-BMI below 25 33. Because obesity affects many organ systems and hormones impairing body functions, which is true/ Correct Answer: It is now considered a disease by AMA 34. What BMI is considered obese, requiring counseling about a weight loss dietary plan? Correct Answer: BMI> 30 (BMI>25 is overweight, >40 is morbidly obese) 35. What is the BMI calculation for a patient that measures 5'4" in height and 175lbs in weight? Correct Answer: 30 (BMI is square the height in inches (64*64=4096) then divide the weight in lbs by that number (175/4096= 0.043) then multiply by 703 to change to metric units (0.043*703=30).) 36. What describes a diet least likely to result in obesity? Correct Answer: A diet with a variety of fruits, whole grains and vegetables. 37. Identify which heart disease risk factors are modifiable? Correct Answer: Sedentary lifestyle BMI 32kg/m2 [Show Less]
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WGU C787 Nutrition Review Questions and Notes
WGU C787 Nutrition Review Questions and Notes When nutrition advocates became concerned that recommendations did not do enough to address prevention of ... [Show More] chronic diet related diseases, what policy change were made? Correct Answer: RDA's (Recommended Daily Allowances) expanded into several DRI (Daily Reference Intakes) What is true of dietary reference intake? choose two. Correct Answer: Food labeling must include information about them. They differ depending on age and gender What is always found on a nutrition label in the US? Correct Answer: Serving size A healthful diet contains nutrient intake near what amount? Correct Answer: RDA (Recommended daily allowance) -The average daily intake level estimated to meet the needs of nearly all people in a certain group. Aim for this amount! -Use this for planning family meals sufficient for infants, children, adults and ELDERLY family members. What is an appropriate use of AMDR (Acceptable Macronutrient Dietary Range) when evaluating the appropriateness of a snack food? Correct Answer: 50% calories from fat is too much. (There is an AMDR for fats, carbs, and proteins only. It is a range of percentages of calories that you should get from that nutrient per day.) The AMDR for fats is 20-35%** AMDR for protein Correct Answer: 10-35% AMDR for fat Correct Answer: 20-35% AMDR for carbs Correct Answer: 45-65% What is meant by Tolerable Upper Intake Level? Correct Answer: The highest level of daily consumption that current data has shown to cause no side effects in humans; ensures people do not take harmful amounts. (More for supplements; No side effects in humans) How is estimated average requirement (EAR) commonly used? Correct Answer: To guide recommendations and menu planning for COMMUNITIES in combinations with upper intake levels. What is true of choosemyplate.gov recommendations as presented by their setting place graphic? Correct Answer: Half of the plate should be fruits and vegetables. What is the nutritional benefit of fruits and vegetables? Correct Answer: They provide phytonutrients (nutrients from plants) that reduce the risk some types of cancer. (They are high in fiber/bulk, vitamins and minerals, low in calories.) What is FALSE regarding fruits and vegetables in the diet? Correct Answer: Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamin B12 (Watch for the negative/false/incorrect questions!!) Number of recommended servings of fruits and vegetables per day Correct Answer: 9 Increasing the amount of colorful vegetables reduces the risk of: Correct Answer: Stroke What strategy might be AVOIDED due to expense for patients looking to eat more healthfully on a budget? Correct Answer: Buying frozen meals Strategies for balanced healthy meal planning on a budget Correct Answer: -buying canned veggies in bulk -buying only the amount of fresh veggies that can be eaten at the time (to avoid wasting them) -buying veggies whole and preparing/trimming them at home (precut veggies are more expensive) -grow veggies and herbs at home -buy only in season veggies Which statement is true about planning a balanced meal? Correct Answer: Skim milk has roughly the same amount of calcium and protein as whole milk. (Always stick with reduced or no fat dairy products) What is true about dietary recommendations for whole grain intake? Correct Answer: Half of all whole grains consumed should be whole grain products. Fritz is hosting a brunch and prepares for each of his friends: Omelet with cheese Toasted English muffin 1t all fruit preserves ½ large grapefruit 1c whole milk How can his menu be improved to follow the dietary guidelines for Americans? Choose all that apply Correct Answer: Use egg whites for the omelets Replace cheese with vegetables in the omelets Replace English muffin with whole wheat English muffin Replace whole milk with fat free milk (Adding juice will never be an answer because it is sugar water.) What is true of recommendations concerning trans fat and added sugar intake? Correct Answer: Trans fat and added sugar intake should be minimized. There is no DRI value! What is recommended daily amount of protein intake? Correct Answer: 60g/ day or 0.8gm/kg Which list contains all examples of protein? Correct Answer: Garbanzo beans (Chickpeas) Egg Chicken breast Yogurt Cheese Ground beef Peanut butter Tofu What is the best choice for a combination of plant-based foods to maximize healthy diet in a vegetarian diet? Correct Answer: Legume + whole grain There is a current initiative for more transparent labeling of sugars on nutrition fact labels. In the coming years, which of these might be more obviously labeled sugars? Choose all that apply. Correct Answer: -Anything ending in-ose -Honey (Most things ending in ose are sugars like glucose, fructose, etc. **Not -ase which are enzymes) Which carbohydrate will cause a quick return to hunger? Correct Answer: One with a higher glycemic index (Measures how the body responds to a sugar, high index is a high fast blood sugar and insulin spike and low index would mean it raises blood sugar slower.) Which is the reason that seafood can be considered a healthful diet? Correct Answer: Some seafood is high in heart healthy omega 3 oils What are generally considered sources of healthy fat? Correct Answer: Fish, nuts, olive oil What is NOT a common source of high levels of sodium? Correct Answer: Spices and herbs (Manufactured breads, processed food and canned soup/broth tend to have lots of sodium) Which foods are relatively rich in iron? Choose all that apply Correct Answer: Dark leafy greens, legumes, red meat, nuts What is the best vegetarian source of iron from the options provided? Correct Answer: Beans (Legume!) Which of these are protective against heart disease? Correct Answer: Fiber, HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) Which are linked to increase heart disease risk? Correct Answer: LDL (bad cholesterol), trans fat, saturated fats Reducing heart disease/ stroke Correct Answer: LDL levels below 120mg/dl Limit cholesterol intake to less than 30mg per day Saturated fats-less than 7% of total daily calories At least 30 minutes of activity in daily routine Sodium levels-below 1600mg per day Increase intake of fiber, especially INSOLUBLE fiber, although ***most will be soluble. Limit alcohol to 1-2 drinks per day. What is an appropriate dietary intervention to address a patient's low albumin level? Correct Answer: High protein diet Select foods that would be inappropriate for a patient with kidney disease? Correct Answer: Fried eggs, hot dogs, steak (**Watch proteins because they are broken down into ketones which are difficult for the kidneys) What is the DASH diet designed to address? Correct Answer: Hypertension (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Which factors are important in controlling hypertension? Select all that apply Correct Answer: Sodium below 1600mg daily Daily exercise such as a half hour walk Maintaining a healthy weight-BMI below 25 Another benefit of fiber Correct Answer: It lowers the absorption rate of glucose in the body Because obesity affects many organ systems and hormones impairing body functions, which is true? Correct Answer: It is now considered a disease by the AMA Kwashiorkor Correct Answer: A form of malnutrition caused by inadequate protein intake Seen in regions experiencing famine Kwashiorkor S/S Correct Answer: Muscle wasting, decreased ability to maintain fluid balance, edema of limbs and face, inflammation due to liver being unable to clear toxins and infections. Hair loses its color, skin is patchy, sores don't heal. Marasmus Correct Answer: Marasmus literally means "to waste away" and is an acute form of malnutrition. It is caused by a deficiency of both calories and protein in the diet. This is the most severe form of childhood malnutrition. Marasmus S/S Correct Answer: Muscle wasting, impairment of brain development, decreased learning ability, decreased temp, little to no subcutaneous fat, engage in little to no activity to allow all energy to be used for essential body functions Pellagra is a _____ deficiency disease. Correct Answer: Niacin Pellagra S/S Correct Answer: diarrhea, dermatitis, dementia, death What BMI is considered OBESE, requiring counseling about a weight loss dietary plan? Correct Answer: BMI > 30 Vitamin A deficiency Correct Answer: night blindness, dry skin Vitamin C deficiency Correct Answer: scurvy, hemorrhagic diathesis, poor wound healing Iodine deficiency symptoms Correct Answer: - Goiter (enlargement of the thyroid gland), leads to hypothyroidism which leads to weight gain and slow BMR - cretinism: severe mental and physical retardation Overweight BMI Correct Answer: BMI > 25 Morbidly obese BMI Correct Answer: BMI > 40 Low BMI Correct Answer: BMI < 18.5 How to calculate BMI Correct Answer: 1. Take patients height in inches and square it (ex: 5'4" = 64 in; 64 ^2 = 4096) 2. Divide the weight in pounds by the number you get (ex: 175/4096 = 0.043) 3. Multiply the answer to step two by 703 (ex: 0.043 x 703 = 30) What is the BMI calculation for a patient that measures 5'4" in height and 175 lbs in weight? Correct Answer: 30 What describes a diet LEAST likely to result in obesity? Correct Answer: A diet with a variety of fruits, whole grains and vegetables. Identify which heart disease risk factors are modifiable Correct An [Show Less]
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C787 Nutrition WGU 2022 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
C787 Nutrition WGU 2022 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS What policy changes were made to recommendations to prevent chronic diet related diseases? Correct Answer:... [Show More] RDAs were expanded into several DRI Categories RDA Correct Answer: Recommended Daily Allowances- a healthy diet has nutrients nearing this amount DRI Correct Answer: Dietary Reference Intakes Serving Size Correct Answer: Always found on a nutrition label AMDR (macronutrients) Correct Answer: Carbs, fats, proteins, minerals, vitamins, and H2O Acceptable Macronutrient Daily Range Carbohydrates Correct Answer: 45-65% of daily calories Protein Correct Answer: 10-35% of daily calories Fat Correct Answer: 20-35% of daily calories Tolerable Upper Intake Level Correct Answer: highest level of daily consumption that data shows cause no harm, ensures people don't take too much How is the estimated average requirement used (EAR)? Correct Answer: Guides recommendations and menu planning for communities How much of the "My Plate" is fruits and Vegetables? Correct Answer: 1/2 the plate What is the biggest nutritional benefit of fruits and veg? Correct Answer: Decreased risk of cancer What vitamin can not be found in fruits and veg? Correct Answer: B12 How many servings of fruits and veg should you eat a day? Correct Answer: 9 True/false does skim milk have the same amount of Ca and Protein as full fat? Correct Answer: True DRI for whole grains Correct Answer: 1/2 of all grain consumed should be whole grains DRI for trans fat and sugar? Correct Answer: none DRI for protein? Correct Answer: 60gm/day (0.8gm/kg) Which carbohydrate causes you to get hungry faster? Correct Answer: High glycemic index carbohydrates Foods that are high in iron? Correct Answer: Dark leafy vegetables, legumes, red meat, and nutes Healthy LDL level Correct Answer: <120 Limit cholesterol to Correct Answer: <30 Saturated fat Correct Answer: <7% of total daily calories Na level to decrease heart disease? Correct Answer: <1600mg/day What type of fiber reduces the risk of heart disease? Correct Answer: insoluble fiber Obese BMI Correct Answer: >30 Overweight BMI Correct Answer: >25 Morbid Obese BMI Correct Answer: >40 BMI formula Correct Answer: Weight in lbs/(heigh (in)^2...all x703 Underweight BMI Correct Answer: <20 Osteoporosis Correct Answer: weak bones, low BMI Osteoarthritis Correct Answer: Ligament strain, high BMI What is the genetic influence of body weight? Correct Answer: Parent predict children raised or not How much weight loss helps cardiovascular health? Correct Answer: >10% How much water helps with weight loss Correct Answer: 48oz Physical activity Correct Answer: 30min/day What is a legal supplement body builders take to increase muscle mass and nitrogen retention? Correct Answer: Protein powder What are anthropometrics? Correct Answer: Body measurements Physical activity energy formula Correct Answer: Total energy expenditure/ basal met rate Breast Milk Correct Answer: Breast milk contains immune factors Why is juice not recommended for infants? Correct Answer: dental decay, lacks fiber, high calories What behavior may increase risk for dental cavities in infants? Correct Answer: Sharing utensils (bacteria) How does CDC define overweight children? Correct Answer: BMI for age over 85th percentile Adolescent girl RDI for Ca Correct Answer: 130%DV What nutrient do young adolescents have a need for? Correct Answer: Thiamine Why do elderly have dietary inadequacy? Correct Answer: Gastrointestinal Physiology changes What are benefits of pre/probiotics in elderly? Correct Answer: Control of IBS, increase bone density, immune system, decrease cholesterol Ergogenic Aid Correct Answer: Athletic performance Galactagog Correct Answer: Milk production Nootropic Correct Answer: Cognition Food Insecurity Correct Answer: A limit [Show Less]
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C787 WGU Nutrition to support wellness
C787 WGU Nutrition to support wellness DRIs (Dietary Reference Intakes) Ans- - A set of nutritional reference values for the United States and Canad... [Show More] a that applies to healthy people. - Addresses prevention of chronic diet related issues. - Differs depending on age and gender. RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance) Ans- - the average daily intake level estimated to meet the needs of nearly all people in a certain group. Aim for this amount! - Use this for planning family meals sufficient for infants, children, adults and elderly family members. AMDR (Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range) Ans- recommended range of carbohydrate, fat, and protein intake expressed as a percentage of total energy AMDR Range for Carbs Ans- 45-65% AMDR range for protein Ans- 10-35% AMDR range for fats Ans- 20-35% UL (Tolerable Upper Intake Level) Ans- - The highest level of daily consumption of a nutrient that current data has shown to cause no side effects in humans. - Ensures people do not take harmful amounts - Used a lot in supplements EAR (Estimated Average Requirement) Ans- - the average daily nutrient intake level estimated to meet the requirement of half the healthy individuals in a particular life stage or gender group - Used to guide recommendations & menu planning for COMMUNITIES, in combination with upper intake levels Nutrition Ans- The science of how foods affect the human body to promote health and prevent disease 6 classes of nutrients Ans- 1. Water 2. Vitamins 3. Minerals 4. protein 5. fats - lipids 6. carbohydrates 4 things that a healthy full diet contains Ans- 1. Adequate energy intake 2. Variety 3. Fiber 4. Adequate hydration Choose My Plate Ans- USDA food grouping system that guides nutrition and health Nutritional Benefit of fruits & veggies Ans- - Provide phytonutrients that reduce the risk of some types of cancer. - High Fiber - High vitamins/minerals - low calories Number of recommended serving of fruits and veggies per day Ans- 9 Servings Increasing the amount of colorful veggies reduces the risk of __________ Ans- stroke Strategies for balanced meal planning on a budget Ans- - buying canned veggies in bulk - buying only the amount of fresh veggies that can be eaten at the time - buying veggies whole and preparing/trimming them at home (precut veggies are more expensive) - Grow veggies and herbs at home - buy only in season veggies True Ans- Skim Milk has roughly the same amount of calcium and protein as whole milk Dietary recommendations for whole grain intake Ans- One half of all grain products should be whole grain products Consider how the following meal can be improved: Omelet with cheese toasted English muffin 1 t. all-fruit preserves 1/2 large grapefruit 1 cup whole milk Ans- - use egg whites for omlet - replace cheese with veggies in the omelets - replace English muffin with whole grain English muffin - replace whole milk with fat-free milk True/False Ans- trans fat and added sugar intake should be minimized; there is no DRI value (T) Recommended daily amount of protein intake Ans- 60 gm/day Examples of proteins Ans- - garbanzo beans - egg - chicken breast - yogurt - cheese - ground beef - peanut butter - tofu True Ans- Adding a grain (whole grains are best) to a protein rich food, such as legumes, lentils, PB, etc, can help maximize healthy protein in a vegetarian diet. Sugars Ans- ending in -ose Honey is made up of sugars What will cause a quick return to hunger? Ans- A carbohydrate with a high glycemic index What kind of proteins are high in Omega-3 oils? Ans- Some seafoods Some healthy fats Ans- - fish - nuts - olive oil Food that are a source of high levels of sodium Ans- - manufactured breads - processed foods - canned soups and broths Some foods that are rich in iron Ans- - dark, leafy greens - legumes - red meat - nuts Best vegetarian source of iron Ans- Beans Foods that protect against heart disease Ans- Fiber, HDL cholesterol Foods that increase risk of heart disease Ans- LDL cholesterol, trans fats, saturated fats Ways to reduce the risk of heart disease Ans- - LDL levels below 120 mg/dl - limit cholesterol intake to <200 mg/day - at least 30 min of activity in daily routine - sodium levels below 1600 mg/day - Increased intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber - limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks What kind of diet would be good for someone with low albumin levels? Ans- High protein diet Patients with kidney disease should not eat Ans- high protein foods DASH diet Ans- - Dietary Approaches to Stop HTN - increase fruit, vegetables, and low fat dairy; k, mg, ca Factors important for controlling HTN Ans- - Sodium below 1600 mg/day - Healthy weight (BMI below 25) - Daily exercise What can protect spikes in blood sugars Ans- Fiber Why is obesity considered a disease Ans- because it affects many organ systems and hormones, impairing body functions BMI considered obese Ans- 30 or greater, requiring counseling about a weight loss dietary plan How to calculate BMI Ans- 1. Take patients height in inches and square it (ex. 5' 4" = 64 in; 64 ^2 = 4096) 2. Divide the weight in pounds by the number you get. (ex. 175/4096 = 0.043) 3. Multiply the answer to 2 by 703 (ex. 0.043 x 703 = 30) What kind of diet is least likely to result in obesity Ans- A diet with a variety of fruits, whole grains and vegetable Example of risk factors for heart disease that are modifiable Ans- - sedentary lifestyle - BMI > 30 - diet high in trans-fats Example of risk factors for heart disease that are NOT modifiable Ans- - age 80 yrs - male gender - family member who died of a heart attack at age 55 True Ans- Obese children & teenagers are at an increased risk of coronary disease Low BMI Ans- less than 18.5 - Can increase the risk of infertility, osteoporosis and premature death Health risks that increase with higher BMI Ans- - heart disease - premature death - DM2 - osteoarthritis - OSA True Ans- There is a genetic influence on body weight. Body weight of parents often are predictive of body weight of children even when they do not raise them Maintaining weight in the long term Ans- - patients should balance energy intake with energy expenditure Advice for weight loss Ans- - increase activity - limit sugary drinks - when you want food, ask yourself "am I hungry" - reduce processed foods - Eat 5 small meals to maintain energy throughout the day What amount of reduction in total body weight has consistently been shown to improve health and decrease risks? Ans- 10% Example: 180 lb person would need to lose 18 lbs (down to 162 lbs) 265 lb would need to lose 26.5 lbs (down to 238.5) 430 lb person would need to lose 43 lbs (down to 397) Examples of Appropriate, sustainable weight loss goals Ans- - to reduce risk of chronic disease - to increase energy level - to be able to be more physically active with less joint pain Motivational Interviewing regarding weight loss Ans- - health behaviors have rewards separate from lbs lost - don't focus on failure - don't focus on negative images - don't sugar coat or be dismissive Drinking What amount of water each day has shown to support weight loss Ans- 48 oz or more Examples of foods appropriate for consistent inclusion on a wt reduction dietary plan Ans- -baked fish - broiled skinless chicken breast - steamed green veggies - lean protein Examples of societal factors in the obesity epidemic Ans- - desk-based, low-activity jobs - increasing size of food portions - increased consumption of processed foods Examples of obesity message to discuss with adolescents Ans- - focus on health diet, not weight loss diets - positively reinforce healthy behaviors in general - don't give food as a reward - media messages Good advice to a family of a 14 yr old with anorexia Ans- - avoid focusing praise and compliments on physical attractiveness - Do not categorize specific foods as "good" or "bad" - Remove monetary or reward incentives from meal time Amount of weekly exercise patients should strive for Ans- 90 min moderate physical activity at least 3 x's/wk Legal supplements for body builders to increase muscle mass and increase nitrogen retention Ans- Protein Powder Anthropometrics Ans- The measurement of the size, proportions, and range of motion of the human body. ex. height, weight, waist size, etc How to calculate PAL (physical activity level) Ans- Total energy expenditure/Basal metabolic rate (aka. basal energy expenditure) Nutrition for Infants Ans- - Human milk contains immune factors that infant formula does not - Human milk does NOT need supplementation of vitamins & minerals, neither does infant formula - There are not adequate intake levels for macronutrients for all infants of all ages Why is juice not recommended for infants? Ans- -contribute to tooth decay - lacks fiber and may contribute to diarrhea - It is a highly caloric source of fluid What contributes to dental carries in infants? Ans- Sharing utensils Behaviors that may put a child at risk of having a poor relationship with food Ans- - Not involving them in meal planning -Not offering children choices What does the CDC define as overweight in childhood? Ans- BMI - for - age over the 85th percentile What is an educational strategy for teaching Kindergartners about Choose my Plate Ans- Teach them a rhyme with the concepts What is an educational strategy for teaching an 8-10 yr old about healthy meal planning Ans- Have them write out a description of a healthy menu with different food groups Good advice for patent of an obese 9 yr old Ans- - increased levels of family stress can contribute to poor eating habits - Limit portion sizes - Avoid frequent restaurant meals - Encourage physical active play and not just desk-based study - Provide and model choices of healthy plant-based snacks and colorful fruits & veggies at meals Examples of teaching strategies for high school students about nutrition Ans- - Provide recommendations & the reasons behind them - Encourage attainable goal setting - Focus on healthy weight maintenance & healthful, gradual weight loss - Don't focus on physical appearance Daily Value for Calcium for an adolescent female Ans- 130% - adolescent females would need more calcium that the recommended DV for adults What is a dietary cause of short stature, poor bone development and cognitive delay Ans- Malnutrtion What do young adolescents have an increase need for relative to adults? Ans- Thiamine True Ans- Alcohol should be avoided during all trimesters of pregnancy What is an effect of alcohol consumption during pregnancy on the fetus Ans- Permanent developmental disability (fetal alcohol syndrome) What vitamin can reduce the risk of neural tube defects Ans- Folic acid/folate Examples of sources of folate Ans- lentils, spinach, oats Examples of advice for a pregnant patient to minimize the risk of pre-term delivery Ans- - abstain from alcohol and drugs prior to conception and throughout pregnancy - discontinue all alcohol - maintain healthy weight - maintain healthy diet to help prevent gestational DM Breastfeeding Ans- - burns extra calories and can promote return to pre-pregnancy weight - requires extra fluid consumption - promotes oxytocin release - may reduce the risk of childhood obesity - is not a reliable for of birth control (it can delay return of fertility but not always) Why are adults over 70 more vulnerable to inadequacy of dietary nutrients? Ans- Because different GI physiology interferes with absorption Benefits of prebiotics and probiotics for older adult Ans- - decreases total cholesterol - controls IBS - supports immune system function - rebuilds bone density True Ans- Adequate Intake of protein have not been established for infants 7-12 months of age Advise for adapting to older adulthood Ans- - to avoid obesity, remain active and realize your overall caloric needs may decrease Where to find info for adding dietary supplement to your diet Ans- PCP Supplements should be recommended for Ans- people who need them - labs show deficiency Statement that is required on the label of all supplements Ans- "Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent heart disease Vitamins that are water soluable and can be flushed out in urine stream Ans- B vitamins; vitamin C Fat soluable vitamins that are stored in fat Ans- K, A, D, E ergogenic aids Ans- Supplements used to benefit athletic performance or exercise. Nootropics Ans- a class of drugs that enhance cognitive function Probiotics Ans- live microbes applied to or ingested into the body Improves digestive problems Galactagogue Ans- Increases breast milk production supplements may contain Ans- - active ingredients - extra ingredients unlisted and are similar to fillers in Rx drugs True Ans- Supplements can interact with medicine and make it's effects too strong or reduce it's effects. This can be life threatening. Beriberi results from a deficiency of Ans- Thiamine brain damage, intellectual impairment and goiters result for a deficiency of Ans- Iodine Blindness in young children result for a deficiency of Ans- Vitamin A Rickets result from a deficiency of Ans- Vitamin D Supplements for women to reduce the risk of osteoporosis Ans- Calcium Vitamin K Ans- Fat soluble vitamin that aids in blood clotting. - Should be avoided while on coumadin/warfarin Supplements that may be needed for vegetarian Ans- Vitamin B12 because it is unavailable in plant foods Nutrients available in plant foods but may require special consideration in a vegetarian diet Ans- - Iron (dark, leafy greens) - Vitamin D - protein (can be the hardest MACRONUTRIENT on a vegetarian) - Calcium (must be in a bioavailable form Food Insecurity Ans- - A limited ability to acquire nutritionally adequate food in a socially acceptable way. - lack of access to food Contributing factors to global hunger Ans- - food waste - overpopulation Natural causes of famine Ans- - pests - drought - flood Famine affects agricultural output on a large scale The Economic Research Service Ans- Assists in providing research and analysis on food security issues in developing countries Food Desert Ans- An area in a developed country where healthy food is difficult to obtain Characterized by - lack of availability and accessibility of healthful foods - fast foods are more affordable - markets in the area do not have a good selection of produce Strategies to reduce food deserts Ans- - implement urban farmer market - support public policy to reduce costs of fresh foods The Food Security Survey Model Ans- - Measures sufficiency of food - Financial limitations to adequate nutrition are a main focus of this diagnostic tool Undernutrition Ans- Too little food energy or too few nutrients to prevent disease or to promote growth; a form of malnutrition - Consuming many calories but w/o adequate nutrients Child Food Security Survey Model Ans- A tool to help determine if a child is experiencing hunger at home household food security status Ans- A outcome measure to examine the public's ability to secure adequate food food security Ans- All or most people in a country have daily access to enough nutritious food to lead active and healthy lives Low food security is characterized by Ans- reduced quality, variability, and desirability of diet National Nutrition Monitoring and Related Research Act of 1990 resulted in Ans- The development of standardized questionnaires for measuring household food security status Hunger Ans- uneasy or painful sensation caused by lack of food Problems/Factors associated with food insecurity Ans- - poor nutrition - trouble obtaining food - obesity - poorer health status - lower cognitive and academic performance Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Ans- helps low-income individuals and families purchase food. More than half of food stamp recipients are children. Formerly known as Food Stamps. Meals on Wheels Ans- a community-supported nutrition program in which prepared meals are delivered to elders in their homes, usually by volunteers - Most appropriate for elderly persons with low income, transportation issues and nutritional deficiencies Women's, Infant's, and Children's program (WIC) Ans- Provides supplemental food and education for families in need of assistance - Most appropriate for pregnant females with low income who have difficulty obtaining medical care Things to consider when address the nutritional needs of a homeless person Ans- - is food ready to eat or do they have to prepare it on equipment - is food non-perishable or will it require refrigeration - is the food nutritionally adequate Barrier to nutritional education Ans- Illiteracy - screen for problems with written materials and provide verbal or picture-based instruction Recommendations for nutrition education for patients who speak limited English Ans- -avoid using text only to teach - avoid using only traditional American food - use pictures and food from the patients culture Elderly Nutrition Program Ans- A program that teaches older adults how to shop, plan and prepare nutritious meals and conducts HTN assessments Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program Ans- provides elderly with coupons to use at farmer's markets unprepared fruits, veggies, herbs, and honey Nutritional Assistance programs available in every US community for those who meet income eligibility criteria Ans- - SNAP - Child Nutrition Program Food poisoning can be caused by Ans- either primary infection by a microbe OR production of toxins by microbes Thought to be the most lethal bio terrorism agent Ans- Botulism Infections commonly disseminated by ingestion (fecal-oral) Ans- - cholera - shingellosis Food Systems Security Ans- a system to focus on locating the source of a bio terrorism incident and notifying affected facilities Foods that have been common sources of food contamination in recent years Ans- -Bean sprouts - spinach -milk Increased risk of spreading microbial foodborne illness Ans- - undercooked chicken - unwashed veggies - eating bean sprouts - defrosting a steak on a counter - storing cooked and raw veggies together - Not cooking or freezing poultry within 2 days of purchase Camphylobacter Ans- Undercooked poultry E.Coli Ans- Foods contaminated with fecal matter Mycotoxins Ans- Molds Glykoalkaloids Ans- potatoes exposed to light Ciguatoxin Ans- Fish such as grouper monosodium glutamate (MSG) Ans- flavor enhancer which can cause CP, facial numbness and HA E. Coli and Salmonella Ans- Cause enteritis and diarrhea True Ans- Pregnant women should only eat cheese if it is pasteurized because listeria in unpasteurized cheese increases the risk of spontaneous abortion and congenital infection of the newborn Perishable Foods Ans- Foods that require freezing, preservation techniques or immediate use True Ans- Pasteurized mile reduces the number of micro organisms but still requires refrigeration Only ULTRA-PASTEURIZED milk can be stored at room temp How long should contaminated water be boiled Ans- at least 5 min Irradiated foods Ans- helps control e. coli and salmonella but does not drastically affect taste and texture and does not make food radioactive True Ans- Dented Cans may be compromised and may harbor contamination and should be discarded Obesogen Ans- a chemical that gives rise to obesity Bisphenol A is an example of an obesogen USDA organic seal indicates Ans- - that a food is 100% organic according to current standards - that food is not genetically engineered, no synthetic fungicides or insecticides were used - Food, cosmetics and fabric can be certified organic [Show Less]
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WGU c787 Nutrition cohort review questions and answers
1. When nutrition advocates became concerned that recommendations did not do enough to address prevention of chronic diet related diseases, what policy cha... [Show More] nge were made? Correct answer- RDA's (Recommended Daily Allowances) expanded into several DRI (Daily Reference Intakes) 2. What is true of dietary reference intake? choose two. Correct answer- a. They are used to establish taxation rates and food costs **b. Food labeling must include information about them. **c. They differ depending on age and gender d. They are dependent on foodborne illness risks 3. What is always found on a nutrition label in the US? Correct answer- Serving size 4. A healthful diet contains nutrient intake near what amount? Correct answer- Recommended daily allowance 5. What is an appropriate use of AMDR (Acceptable Macronutrient Dietary Range) when evaluating the appropriateness of a snack food? Correct answer- 50% calories from fat is too much. (There is an AMDR for fats, carbs, and proteins only. It is a range of percentages of calories that you should get from that nutrient per day. i.e. 45-65% of calories from carbs per day. 50% of calories from fat is too much. ) 6. What is meant by Tolerable Upper Intake Level? Correct answer- The highest level of daily consumption that current data has shown to cause no side effects in humans; ensures people do not take harmful amounts. (More for supplements; No side effects in humans) 7. How is estimated average requirement commonly used? Correct answer- To guide recommendations and menu planning for communities in combinations with upper intake levels. 8. What is true of choose my plate .gov recommendations as presented by their setting place graphic? Correct answer- Half of the plate should be fruits and vegetables. 9. What is the nutritional benefit of fruits and vegetables? Correct answer- They provide nutrients that reduce the risk some type of cancer. (They are high in fiber/bulk, vitamins and minerals, low in calories.) 10. What is false regarding fruits and vegetables in the diet? Correct answer- Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamin B12 (Watch for the negative/false/incorrect questions!!) 11. What strategy might be avoided due to expense for patients looking to eat more healthfully on a budget? Correct answer- Buying frozen meals 12. Which statement is true about planning a balanced meal? Correct answer- Skim milk has roughly the same amount of calcium and protein as whole milk. (Always stick with reduced or no fat) 13. What is true about dietary recommendation for whole grain intake? Correct answer- Half of all grains consumed should be whole grain products. 14. Fritz is hosting a brunch and prepares for each of his friends Omelet with cheese Toasted English muffin 1t all fruit preserves ½ large grapefruit 1c whole milk How can his menu be improved to follow the dietary guidelines for Americans? Choose all that apply Correct answer- Use egg whites for the omelets Replace cheese with vegetables in the omelets Replace English muffin with whole wheat English muffin Replace whole milk with fat free milk (Adding juice will never be an answer because it is sugar water.) 15. What is true of recommendations concerning trans fat and added sugar intake? Correct answer- Trans fat and added sugar intake should be minimized. There is no DRI value. 16. What is recommended daily amount of protein intake? Correct answer- 60g/ day. 17. Which list contains all examples of protein? Correct answer- Garbanzo beans (Chickpeas), egg, chicken breast, yogurt, cheese, ground beef, peanut butter, tofu [Show Less]
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WGU C787 Nutrition Exam QUESTION WITH ANSWERS VERIFIED
Name of group that studies food security in developing countries Answer- Economic Research Service what does amdr stand for Answer- acceptable macronutr... [Show More] ient dietary range AMDR Recommendations, fat? Answer- 20-35% of daily calories should come from fat AMDR Recommendations, protein? Answer- 10-35% of daily calories should come from protein DRI FOR PROTEIN Answer- 0.8G/KG (APPROX 60G/DAY) LDL levels should be below ______ Answer- 120 mg/dl Cholesterol intake should be limited to ______ per day Answer- 30 mg Saturated fat should be less than ____% of total daily calories Answer- 7 In general, people should keep sodium intake to less than _____ daily Answer- 1600 mg formula for calculating BMI Answer- divide weight in lbs by height in inches squared, then multiply that number by 703 a fancy term for body weight and shape Answer- body habitus How many ounces of water per day is shown to support weight loss Answer- 48 a _______ aid is a typle of supplement used to promote athletic performane Answer- ergogenic formula for PAL Answer- Total energy expenditure divided by Basal Metabolic Rate What does PAL stand for Answer- Physical activity level in ChooseMyPlate, half the plate should be _____&______ and the other half should be _______&________ Answer- fruits, veggies, protein, grains Lifespan question: These 3 types of people have increased fluid needs Answer- infants, elderly, pregnant How does the CDC define "overweight" for children Answer- BMI over the 85th percentile Adolescent Females need ____% of the DV for calcium Answer- 130 Why do adolescents need more thiamine? Answer- Because they have increased energy needs and thiamine assists in energy metabolism Name 5 good sources of folate Answer- oats, legumes, greens, broccoli, asparagus, eggs Maternal BMI over ____ increases risk for preterm birth Answer- 30 4 benefits of probiotics and/or prebiotics Answer- lowers cholesterol, increases immunity, increases bone density, decreases symptoms of IBS By law, all supplements have this statement printed on the label Answer- "not intended to treat, cure, or prevent disease" Beriberi comes from _____ deficiency Answer- Thiamine Brain damage, intellectual impairment and goiter can come from _____ deficiency Answer- iodine lack of Vitamin ___ can cause blindness, lack of vitamin ___ can cause Rickets Answer- A, D What vitamin is unavailable in plant based foods and may need to be supplemented to vegetarians Answer- B12 A limited ability to acquire nutritionally adequate food in a socially acceptable way Answer- food insecurity The food security survey model is a diagnostic tool that asks what simple question? Answer- "Can you afford food?" What is primary food poisoning Answer- Getting sick from ingesting microbes (secondary is getting sick from the byproducts of microbe metabolism 2 main types of illness transmitted by fecal-oral route Answer- Cholera and Shigella A system to focus on locating the source of a bioterrorism event and notifying affected facilities Answer- Food Systems Securuty What agency oversees organic labeling Answer- USDA Campylobacter is associated with eating _______ Answer- undercooked poultry True or false Mycotoxins form when potatoes are exposed to light Answer- false, glycoalkaloids form when potatoes are exposed to light. Mycotoxins come from mold. What food is ciguatoxin associated with Answer- fish average daily level of intake sufficient to meet the nutrient requirements of nearly all (97%-98%) healthy people. Answer- RDA recommended daily allowance Most commonly talked about obesogen Answer- bisphenol A Name of group that studies food security in developing countries Answer- Economic Research Service What is the supplement Noortropine used for Answer- improved cognition RDA Answer- The EAR is used to calculate? DRI Answer- A set of for nutrient-based reference values including EAR, RDA, TUIL, and AI. True Answer- If there is no EAR for a nutrient, there can be no RDA. AI (adequate intake) Answer- If no EAR/RDA is available for a nutrient what is used instead as a guideline? DRIs Answer- The _____ are specified on age, gender, and life stage, and cover more than 40 nutrient substances. EAR (estimated average requirement) Answer- Is the median usual intake value estimated to meet the requirements of half of the healthy individuals. It is based on scientific criteria and evidence. < 10% Answer- How many calories per day from added sugars should you consume? < 10% Answer- How many calories per day from saturated fats should you consume? 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous physical activity Answer- How much exercise should you get each week? Rickets Answer- A disease of Vitamin D or Calcium deficiency (poor bone growth leading to bowing of legs). Iron deficiency anemia in infancy Answer- Significant developmental deficits, language deficits, poor motor skills and balance, poor attention/responsiveness/mood (all partially reversible with supplementation) BMI calculation Answer- (lbs X 703) / (inches X inches) How is the EAR commonly used? Answer- To guide recommendations and menu planning for communities, in combination with upper intake levels ZERO Answer- What is the DRI for trans fat and added sugar? dark leafy greens, legumes, red meat, nuts Answer- Foods that are high in iron. < 120 mg/dL Answer- Recommended LDL level to reduce the risk of heart disease/stroke. < 30 mg Answer- Recommended cholesterol level to reduce the risk of heart disease/stroke. < 7% Answer- Recommended saturated fat daily fat percentage to reduce the risk of heart disease/stroke. insoluble Answer- What type of fiber you should increase infertility, osteoporosis, premature death Answer- With a low BMI you are at an increased risk for? heart disease, DM-2, premature death, osteoarthritis, sleep apnea Answer- What health risks increase with BMI? Ergogenic aids Answer- Anything that increases activity performance (such as protein powder) [Show Less]
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WGU C787 Nutrition Review Questions and Answers plus well summarized Notes
When nutrition advocates became concerned that recommendations did not do enough to address prevention of chronic diet related diseases, what policy change... [Show More] were made? Correct answer- RDA's (Recommended Daily Allowances) expanded into several DRI (Daily Reference Intakes) What is true of dietary reference intake? choose two. Correct answer- Food labeling must include information about them. They differ depending on age and gender What is always found on a nutrition label in the US? Correct answer- Serving size A healthful diet contains nutrient intake near what amount? Correct answer- RDA (Recommended daily allowance) -The average daily intake level estimated to meet the needs of nearly all people in a certain group. Aim for this amount! -Use this for planning family meals sufficient for infants, children, adults and ELDERLY family members. What is an appropriate use of AMDR (Acceptable Macronutrient Dietary Range) when evaluating the appropriateness of a snack food? Correct answer- 50% calories from fat is too much. (There is an AMDR for fats, carbs, and proteins only. It is a range of percentages of calories that you should get from that nutrient per day.) The AMDR for fats is 20-35%** AMDR for protein Correct answer- 10-35% AMDR for fat Correct answer- 20-35% AMDR for carbs Correct answer- 45-65% What is meant by Tolerable Upper Intake Level? Correct answer- The highest level of daily consumption that current data has shown to cause no side effects in humans; ensures people do not take harmful amounts. (More for supplements; No side effects in humans) How is estimated average requirement (EAR) commonly used? Correct answer- To guide recommendations and menu planning for COMMUNITIES in combinations with upper intake levels. What is true of choosemyplate.gov recommendations as presented by their setting place graphic? Correct answer- Half of the plate should be fruits and vegetables. What is the nutritional benefit of fruits and vegetables? Correct answer- They provide phytonutrients (nutrients from plants) that reduce the risk some types of cancer. (They are high in fiber/bulk, vitamins and minerals, low in calories.) What is FALSE regarding fruits and vegetables in the diet? Correct answer- Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamin B12 (Watch for the negative/false/incorrect questions!!) Number of recommended servings of fruits and vegetables per day Correct answer- 9 Increasing the amount of colorful vegetables reduces the risk of: Correct answer- Stroke What strategy might be AVOIDED due to expense for patients looking to eat more healthfully on a budget? Correct answer- Buying frozen meals Strategies for balanced healthy meal planning on a budget Correct answer- -buying canned veggies in bulk -buying only the amount of fresh veggies that can be eaten at the time (to avoid wasting them) -buying veggies whole and preparing/trimming them at home (precut veggies are more expensive) -grow veggies and herbs at home -buy only in season veggies Which statement is true about planning a balanced meal? Correct answer- Skim milk has roughly the same amount of calcium and protein as whole milk. (Always stick with reduced or no fat dairy products) What is true about dietary recommendations for whole grain intake? Correct answer- Half of all whole grains consumed should be whole grain products. Fritz is hosting a brunch and prepares for each of his friends: Omelet with cheese Toasted English muffin 1t all fruit preserves ½ large grapefruit 1c whole milk How can his menu be improved to follow the dietary guidelines for Americans? Choose all that apply Correct answer- Use egg whites for the omelets Replace cheese with vegetables in the omelets Replace English muffin with whole wheat English muffin Replace whole milk with fat free milk (Adding juice will never be an answer because it is sugar water.) What is true of recommendations concerning trans fat and added sugar intake? Correct answer- Trans fat and added sugar intake should be minimized. There is no DRI value! What is recommended daily amount of protein intake? Correct answer- 60g/ day or 0.8gm/kg Which list contains all examples of protein? Correct answer- Garbanzo beans (Chickpeas) Egg Chicken breast Yogurt Cheese Ground beef Peanut butter Tofu What is the best choice for a combination of plant-based foods to maximize healthy diet in a vegetarian diet? Correct answer- Legume + whole grain There is a current initiative for more transparent labeling of sugars on nutrition fact labels. In the coming years, which of these might be more obviously labeled sugars? Choose all that apply. Correct answer- -Anything ending in-ose -Honey (Most things ending in ose are sugars like glucose, fructose, etc. **Not -ase which are enzymes) Which carbohydrate will cause a quick return to hunger? Correct answer- One with a higher glycemic index (Measures how the body responds to a sugar, high index is a high fast blood sugar and insulin spike and low index would mean it raises blood sugar slower.) Which is the reason that seafood can be considered a healthful diet? Correct answer- Some seafood is high in heart healthy omega 3 oils What are generally considered sources of healthy fat? Correct answer- Fish, nuts, olive oil [Show Less]
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When nutrition advocates become concerned that recommendations did not do enough to address prevention of chronic illnesses related diet, what policy chang... [Show More] es were made? Correct answer- RDA's expanded into several DRI categories What is true about Daily Reference Intakes (DRIs)? Correct answer- Food labeling must include info about them. They differ depending on age and gender. What is always found on a nutrition label in the US? Correct answer- Serving size A healthful diet contains nutrient intake near what amount? Correct answer- Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) Use when preparing family/ personal meals What is an appropriate use of AMDR when evaluating the appropriateness of a snack food? Correct answer- (AMDR: Acceptable macronutrient dietary range) 50% of calories from fat is too much fat What is meant by Tolerable Upper Intake Level? Correct answer- (TUI) The highest level of daily consumption that current data has shown to cause no side effects in humans, ensures people do not take harmful amounts (supplements) How is the estimated average requirement commonly used (EAR)? Correct answer- To guide recommendations and menu planning for communities, in combination with upper intake levels What is true of the choosemyplate.gov recommendations, as represented by their setting place graphic? Correct answer- Half of the plate should be fruits and vegetables What is a nutritional benefit of fruits and vegetables? Correct answer- They provide nutrients that reduce the risk of some types of cancer What is false regarding fruits and vegetables in the diet? Correct answer- Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamin B12 What strategy might be avoided due to expense for patients looking to eat more healthfully on a budget? Correct answer- Buying frozen meals Which statement is true about planning a balanced meal? Correct answer- Skim milk has roughly the same amount of calcium and protein as whole milk What is true about dietary recommendations for whole grain intake? Correct answer- half of all grain products consumed should be whole grain products Fritz is hosting a brunch and prepares for each of his friends: - omelet with cheese - toasted English muffin - 1 t all-fruit preserves - 1/2 large grapefruit - 1 c whole milk How can his menu be improved to follow the Dietary Guidelines for Americans? Correct answer- - use egg whites for omelets - replace cheese with vegetables in the omelets - replace english. muffin with whole wheat english muffin - replace whole milk with fat free milk What is true of recommendations concerning trans fat and added sugar intake? Correct answer- Trans fat and added sugar intake should be minimized, there is no DRI value what is recommended daily amount of protein intake? Correct answer- 60g/ day Which list contains all examples of proteins? Correct answer- garbanzo beans, chick peas, egg, chicken breast, yogurt, cheese, ground beef, peanut butter, tofu What is the best choice for a combination of plant-based foods to maximize healthy protein in a vegetarian diet? Correct answer- legumes + whole grains There is a current initiative for more transparent labeling of sugars on nutrition facts labels. in the coming years, which of these might be more obviously labeled sugars? Correct answer- anything ending in -ose honey which carbohydrate will cause a quicker return to hunger? Correct answer- one with aa high glycemic index which is a reason why seafood can be considered part of a healthful diet? Correct answer- some seafood is high I healthy omega 3 oils what are generally considered sources of health fat? Correct answer- fish, nuts, olive oil what is not a common source of high levels of sodium? Correct answer- spices and herbs which foods are relatively rich in iron? Correct answer- - dark leafy greens - legumes - red meat - nuts what is the best vegetarian source of iron from the options provided? Correct answer- beans Which of these are protective against heart disease? Correct answer- - fiber - HDL cholesterol which are linked to increase heart disease? Correct answer- - LDL cholesterol - trans fat - saturated fat Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: LDL levels Correct answer- < 120 mg/dL Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: Limit cholesterol to Correct answer- < 30 mg/ day Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: Saturated fat Correct answer- < 7% calories/ day Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: daily activity Correct answer- 30+ min Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: Sodium levels Correct answer- < 1600mg/ day Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: Increase intake of Correct answer- insoluble fiber Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke: limit alcohol to Correct answer- 1-2 drinks/ day what is an appropriate dietary intervention to address a patient's low albumin level? Correct answer- high protein diet [Show Less]
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WGU STUDY GUIDE C787 questions with answers verified
AMDR (Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges) Answer- CARBS-45-65% FATS -20-35% PROTEINS- 10-35% (RANGE OF % OF CALORIES THAT YOU NEED FROM EACH M... [Show More] ACRONUTRIENT DAILY) DRI (Dietary Reference Intakes) Answer- set of nutrient intake values used to plan and evaluate diets PROTEIN- 60GMS/DAY 1/2 OF ALL GRAINS CONSUMED SHOULD BE WHOLE GRAINS Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) Answer- the average daily amount of a nutrient considered adequate to meet the known nutrient needs of practically all healthy people; a goal for dietary intake by individuals Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) Answer- the average daily nutrient intake level estimated to meet the requirement of half the healthy individuals in a particular life stage or gender group Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) Answer- the maximum daily amount of a nutrient that appears safe for most healthy people and beyond which there is an increased risk of adverse health effects Where would you find the %DV and how is it used? Answer- FDA website and also on the product What changes were made when DRIs were established in the late 1990s? Answer- It expanded from the RDA. It contains several different groups to provide more adequate information needed What is pellagra? Answer- condition that occurs due to dietary deficiency of niacin - common if eating corn-based diet - also seen in alcoholics, pts with carcinoid syndrom and Hartnup's disease Sx: 3Ds - diarrhea - dermatitis (present in sun-exposed areas) - dementia - death if untreated What is obesity? Answer- excessive accumulation of body fat What is marasmus? Answer- 1. "to waste away" (chronic condition) [body's adaptation to starvation] 2. Inadequate food intake (protein and calories deficiency) over a long period of time 3. Common in children 6-18 months; impairs brain development and learning 4. Muscles, including heart, waste and weaken (no edema) skin and bones 5. Poor growth if any What is Kwashiorkor? Answer- protein deficiency/malnutrition What is anorexia nervosa? Answer- Self starvation due to a distorted body image of being overweight What is bulimia nervosa? Answer- binge eating and purging Vitamin A deficiencies Answer- *Night blindness (nyctalopia)- reversible and detected using a dark adaptation test Xeropthalmia (corneal damage)- not reversible Dry, scaly skin (hyperkeratosis) Vitamin C deficiencies Answer- scurvy, poor wound healing, bleeding gums, petechiae iron deficiency Answer- anemia [Show Less]
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Function of fluids Ans- Provide shape and rigidity to cells, regulate body temp, lubrication, solvent, homeostasis More function of fluids Ans- Cushion ... [Show More] body tissues, transports nutrients and waste, source of trace mineral, chemical reactions Hypothalamus Ans- Controls thirst Thirst triggers Ans- Sodium and solute levels increase in blood Sources of fluid intake Ans- solid food and fluids, even coffee and energy drinks, though they are not necessarily healthy. Still of form of fluid intake. 6 classes of nutrients Ans- carbs, proteins, fat/lipids, vitamins, minerals, water Tolerable upper intake level Ans- the highest level of daily consumption that current data has shown to cause no side effects in humans; ensures people do not take harmful amounts (usually d/t supplements) My plate Ans- half fruit and veggies (more veggies); half protein and grains (more grains); dairy on the side sources of up-to-date nutrtion Ans- CDC, National institute of health Social triggers for eating Ans- learned and environmental e.g social gatherings how pepsin is activated Ans- pepsinogen secreted by stomach mucosa, activated by HCl in stomach Pancreatic proteases Ans- Active in small intestine. Amino acid absorption and final breakdown into smallest components. 2 trigger foods for GERD Ans- coffee and tomato typical manifestation of GERD Ans- chest or back pain when lying down after meal Safe food for celiac disease Ans- Rice; no wheat, rye, or barley. Macronutrients Ans- Carbs, fats, proteins Monosaccharides Ans- glucose, fructose, galactose [Show Less]
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DEFINE MACRONUTRIENTS Ans- NUTRIENTS REQUIRED IN LARGER AMOUNTS EX. CARBS, FATS, PROTEINS DEFINE MICRONUTRIENTS Ans- NUTRIENTS REQUIRED IN SMALLER AMOU... [Show More] NTS EX. VITAMINS, MINERALS EXPLAIN AND GIVE S/S OF KWASHIORKOR Ans- CONSUMES ADEQUATE ENERGY BUT NOT ENOUGH PROTEIN, OFTEN DUE TO FAMINE OR DROUGHT S/S POTBELLY, UNPIGMENTED, EDEMA IN LEGS EXPLAIN AND GIVE S/S OF MARASMUS Ans- DOES NOT CONSUME ENOUGH ENERGY OR PROTEIN BODY STARTS TO BREAK DOWN MUSCLES S/S "SKIN AND BONES" LARGE EYES, BALD EXPLAIN AND GIVE S/S OF OBESITY Ans- EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATION OF BODY FAT S/S HIGH BP, STROKE, TYPE 2 DIABETES, HEART DISEASE EXPLAIN AND GIVE S/S OF ANOREXIA Ans- SELF INDUCED MALNUTRITION, OFTEN DUE TO BODY IMAGE, SELF STARVATION EXPLAIN AND GIVE S/S OF BULIMIA NERVOSA Ans- BINGE EATING AND PURGING, VOMITING EXPLAIN AND GIVE S/S OF PELLAGRA Ans- DIETARY DEFICIENCY OF NIACIN (VIT B3) COMMON WITH CORN BASED DIET, ALCOHOLICS S/S DIARRHEA. DERMATITIS, DEMENTIA, DEATH IF UNTREATED VITAMIN A DEFFICIENCIES Ans- NIGHT BLINDNESS DRY SCALY SKIN CORNEAL DAMAGE VITAMIN C DEFICIENCY Ans- SCURVY POOR WOUND HEALING BLEEDING GUMS IRON DEFICIENCY Ans- ANEMIA IODINE DEFICIENCY Ans- CRETINISM GOITER THYROID PROBLEMS VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY Ans- RICKETS OSTEOPATHIC OSTEOPOROSIS VITAMIN E DEFICIENCY Ans- HEMOLYTIC ANEMIA VITAMIN K DEFICIENCY Ans- DECREASED SYNTHESIS OF CLOTTING FACTOR HEMORRHAGE TREATMENTS FOR MALNUTRITION Ans- CORRECTING DIET CORRECT BODY FLUID, POTASSIUM "HURRY SLOWLY" DILUTED MILK WITH ADDED SUGAR HEI (HEALTHY EATING INDEX) Ans- MEASURES THE QUALITY OF A DIET, HOW WELL THE FOOD ALIGNS WITH KEY RECOMMENDATIONS DGA (Dietary Guidelines for Americans) Ans- VARIETY OF VEGATABLES (GREEN, RED, ORANGE, STARCHY) FRUITS (ESPECIALLY WHOLE FRUIT) GRAINS (ATLEAST HALF WHOLE GRAINS) DAIRY (FAT FREE, LOW FAT) PROTEINS OILS *LIMIT SATURATED FATS, TRANSFATS, ADDED SUGARS, SODIUM NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey) Ans- PROGRAM OF STUDIES DESIGNED TO ASSESS THE HEALTH AND NUTRITIONAL STATUS OF ADULTS AND CHILDREN IN THE US, INTERVIEWS AND PHYSICAL EXAMS. PROGRAM OF THE CDC BEGAN IN EARLY 1960S, 1999 BECAME CONTINUOUS DRI (DIETARY REFERENCE INTAKES) Ans- SET OF NUTRIENT INTAKE VALUES USED TO PLAN AND EVALUATE DIETS PROTEIN - 60 GM/ DAY 1/2 OF ALL GRAINS CONSUMED SHOULD BE WHOLE GRAINS CHANGES MADE TO DRI IN LATE 1990S Ans- EXPANDED FROM THE RDA CONTAINS SEVERAL DIFFERENT GROUPS TO PROVIDE MORE ADEQUATE INFORMATION NEEDED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY GUIDELINES FOR AMERICANS BY AGE GROUP Ans- PRESCHOOL -ACTIVE THROUGHOUT DAY TO ENHANCE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT 6-17 YEARS: ONE HOUR OR MORE OF ACTIVITY ADULTS: MORE MORE, SIT LESS; 150 MINS-300 MINS PER WEEK WHAT DOES PERCENT DV SHOW? Ans- HOW MUCH OF A NUTRIENT IS IN ONE SERVING OF FOOD. BASED ON DAILY VALUES FOR KEY NUTRIENTS MY PLATE RECOMMENDATIONS Ans- MAKE HALF OF YOUR PLATE FRUITS AND VEG, SELECT NUTRIENT DENSE FOODS TO MEET DRI THE FOUR DIETARY FATS Ans- SATURATED TRANS MONOSATURATED POLYUNSATURATED BAD FATS Ans- SATURATED AND TRANSFATS SOLID AT ROOM TEMP RAISE LDL (BAD CHOLESTEROL) GOOD FATS Ans- MONOSATURATED, POLYUNSATURATED LIQUID AT ROOM TEMP LOWER LDL (BAD CHOLESTEROL) DASH DIET Ans- Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension CONSUME UP TO 2300 MG OF SODIUM A DAY PREGNANT WOMEN FOLATE RECOMMENDATIONS Ans- CONSUME 4000 MCG OF FOLIC ACID EVERY DAY ONE MONTH BEFORE BECOMING PREGNANT AND THROUGH FIRST THREE MONTHS OF PREGNANCY WHOLE GRAIN VS REFINED GRAINS Ans- WHOLE GRAINS - CONTAIN ENTIRE GRAIN KERNAL (WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, OATMEAL, WHOLE CORNMEAL, BROWN RICE) [Show Less]
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