NHA CMA - Module 4 - Nutrition

How many calories does each gram of fat provide?

• 9 calories

• 90 calories

• 19 calories

• 10 calories

True or False: The following vitamins are Fat-Soluble

B₁, B₂, B₃, B₆, B₁₂, folate, C

• True

• False

Which major mineral is responsible for fluid balance, glucose transport, acid-base balance, and muscle & nerve function?

• Iron

• Potassium

• Sodium

• Magnesium

In the MyPlate fruit group, how much dried fruit counts as 1 cup?

• 1 cup

• 1/2 cup

• 2 cups

• 1.5 cups

How many cups of vegetables should a 17 year old male consume each day?

• 2 1/2 cups

• 1 cup

• 3 1/2 cups

• 3 cups

How many oz equivalents should a 70 year old female consume each day?

• 5 oz equivalents

• 6 oz equivalents

• 4 oz equivalents

• 5.5 oz equivalents

A 25 year old male patient should limit oil to how many teaspoons per day?

• 6 tsp

• 7 tsp

• 4 tsp

• 5 tsp

Which of the following is not a common dietary modification for a patient with cardiovascular disease?

• sweets in moderation

• low fat

• balanced diet

• high fiber

Which of the following supplements should be recommended to a patient receiving education on bone loss and calcium regulation?

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin K

To avoid having patients underestimate the specific amount of nutrients in a food product, you should remind patients to check which of the following labeling components?

• total amount of caloric intake per day

• % of daily value

• ingredient order

• serving size