Therapeutic Terminology Quiz

What does the term "therapeutic" mean?

• Causing harm to the body

• Preventing the development of a disease

• Causing a desired, positive effect in the body

• Unrelated to health or treatment

Which of the following best describes the term "therapeutic"?

• Pertaining to financial management

• Of or relating to the healing/treatment of a disease

• Associated with educational methods

• Involving the study of animal behavior

For what reasons might doctors order special diets for clients?

• For a nutritional deficiency or a disease

• For weight control

• To eliminate or decrease certain substances in the diet

• All of the above

When are special diets commonly ordered?

• Before and after surgery

• Only before surgery

• Only after surgery

• During medical check-ups

What conditions can necessitate special diets aside from nutritional deficiencies and weight control?

• Physical injuries

• Allergies and Food intolerances

• Lack of exercise

• Insomnia

Special diets can be ordered for which of the following?

• Specific cultural preferences

• Specific disorders

• Personal likes and dislikes

• Convenience

What do the terms regular diet, general diet, and house diet imply about dietary limits or restrictions?

• There are strict dietary limits and restrictions.

• There are no dietary limits or restrictions.

• Only organic foods can be consumed.

• Only liquid foods are permitted.

Which of the following is NOT one of the three common special diets mentioned?

• Sodium-controlled diet

• Diabetic diet meal planning

• Gluten-free diet

• Lactose-free diet

Which type of therapeutic diet is recommended for individuals who need to manage their energy intake?

• High fibre

• Low sodium, sodium-controlled

• High calorie

• Gluten & Lactose intolerant

What kind of therapeutic diet would be most suitable for a person with kidney disease who needs to control their protein intake?

• High protein

• Low protein

• High calorie

• High fibre