Nutrition Quiz

What are the essential components of the basic food groups?

• Carbohydrates, fats, proteins

• Proteins, vitamins, minerals

• Carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins

• Fats, vitamins, minerals

Which foods are excluded from certain vegetarian diets?

• Red meat, poultry, and fish

• Dairy products, eggs, and fish

• Red meat, dairy products, and eggs

• Fruits, vegetables, and grains

What do vegans eat exclusively?

• Animal products

• Dairy products

• Plant food

• Seafood

What do lacto-ovo-vegetarians consume?

• Animal products only

• Plant food only

• Plant food, eggs and dairy products

• Plant food and eggs only

What deficiencies can vegetarians experience without a well-planned diet?

• Vitamin only

• Protein only

• Both vitamin and protein

• Neither vitamin nor protein

Which supplement must vegans take?

• Vit C

• Vit D

• Cobalamin (vitamin B12)

What is malnutrition?

• An excess of essential components in the diet

• A balance of essential components in the diet

• A deficit, excess, or imbalance of essential components in the diet

• None of the above

When does undernutrition occur?

• When nutrient and energy intake exceed daily needs

• When nutritional reserves are depleted and intake is insufficient

• When there's an imbalance of vitamins and minerals

• When there's excess protein consumption

What does overnutrition refer to?

• Inadequate food intake

• Consumption of more food than required

• A balanced diet

• Malnutrition

How can oral intake be encouraged in an acute care setting?

• Administering intravenous fluids

• Assessing the patient's preferred foods and involving family if necessary

• Restricting food intake

• Providing only hospital-provided meals