WorksheetsNutrition Test Review
Total questions: 34
Worksheet time: 17mins
List three examples of saturated fats.
Butter, coconut oil, lard
Olive oil, canola oil, sunflower oil
Avocado, salmon, walnuts
Corn oil, flaxseed oil, sesame oil
What nutrient has 9 calories per gram?
Protein
Fat
Carbohydrate
Vitamin
List three types of food that contain dairy.
Milk, cheese, yogurt
Bread, rice, pasta
Chicken, fish, beef
Apples, bananas, oranges
Which of the following lists contains sources of carbohydrates?
Rice, bread, potatoes
Milk, eggs, chicken
Fish, nuts, oil
Cheese, butter, beef
A person who has high cholesterol should limit which type of foods?
Red Meat
Lean Meat
Foods low in sodium
Vegetables
Organic substances that are essential for normal body growth and maintenance and resistance to infections are called:
Vitamins
Proteins
Carbohydrates
Fats
The nutrient that builds and heals tissue is…
Protein
Carbohydrate
Fat
Vitamin
Carbohydrates produce how many calories per gram?
2
4
7
9
What is the “good” cholesterol?
HDL
LDL
Triglycerides
VLDL
The building blocks of proteins are:
Amino acids
Fatty acids
Nucleotides
Monosaccharides
A diet that consists of tea, broth, gelatin, and popsicles is what kind of diet?
Clear liquid diet
Full liquid diet
Soft diet
Regular diet
Someone who has gastrointestinal irritation would benefit from which kind of diet?
High-fiber diet
Spicy food diet
Bland diet
High-fat diet
Natural, inorganic substances that the body needs to help build and maintain body tissues and carry on life functions are known as:
Vitamins
Proteins
Minerals
Carbohydrates
The functions of lipids (fats) include:
Energy and insulation
Protein synthesis and genetic information storage
Enzyme catalysis and hormone production
Oxygen transport and immune response
The three macronutrients are:
Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Fats
Vitamins, Minerals, and Water
Fiber, Sugar, and Salt
Enzymes, Hormones, and Antibodies
Vegetarians intake protein from which of the following sources?
Lentils, beans, tofu, and nuts
Chicken, fish, and eggs
Beef, pork, and lamb
Shrimp, crab, and lobster
Proteins are made up of how many amino acids?
20
12
8
24
An essential amino acid is:
an amino acid that cannot be synthesized by the body and must be obtained from the diet
an amino acid that is only found in plants
an amino acid that can be produced by the body
an amino acid that is not required for protein synthesis
The difference between a complete and incomplete protein is:
Complete proteins contain all essential amino acids, while incomplete proteins lack one or more.
Incomplete proteins contain all essential amino acids, while complete proteins lack one or more.
Both complete and incomplete proteins contain all essential amino acids.
Complete proteins are only found in plants, while incomplete proteins are only found in animals.
A person may need a soft diet for which of the following reasons?
Difficulty chewing or swallowing
Preference for soft foods
To lose weight quickly
To increase energy levels
Vitamins and minerals are called micronutrients because:
they are required by the body in small amounts
they provide energy to the body
they are needed in large quantities
they are only found in animal products
Having too much cholesterol in our diet can lead to what type of disorder?
Heart disease
Diabetes
Arthritis
Asthma
MyPlate is:
a guide for healthy eating developed by the USDA
a type of exercise equipment
a popular restaurant chain
a brand of kitchenware
Explain why a low-fat diet is recommended for this patient and describe how reducing fat intake can improve their symptoms.
A low-fat diet is recommended because it can reduce symptoms by decreasing fat absorption and easing digestion.
A low-fat diet is recommended because it increases cholesterol levels and worsens symptoms.
A low-fat diet is recommended because it causes weight gain and increases symptoms.
A low-fat diet is recommended because it promotes inflammation and aggravates symptoms.
Which of the following is a type of clear liquid?
Apple juice
Milk
Orange juice with pulp
Tomato soup
What type of diet would a patient need if they have severe dysphagia and give some examples of that type of food.
A patient with severe dysphagia would need a pureed diet, such as mashed potatoes, applesauce, and pudding.
A patient with severe dysphagia would need a high-fiber diet, such as raw vegetables and whole grains.
A patient with severe dysphagia would need a ketogenic diet, such as bacon, eggs, and cheese.
A patient with severe dysphagia would need a liquid diet, such as clear broth and juice.
A beneficial diet for a patient with hypertension would be:
High-sodium diet
Low-Sodium diet
High-fat diet
Low-fiber diet
Some examples of patients that would need a high-calorie and high-protein diet include:
Patients with severe burns or trauma
Patients with hypertension
Patients with mild seasonal allergies
Patients with stable chronic arthritis
Explain why potassium restriction is important for patients with renal conditions and describe the potential consequences of excess potassium in the bloodstream.
Potassium restriction is important for patients with renal conditions because excess potassium can lead to dangerous heart arrhythmias and even cardiac arrest.
Potassium restriction is important for patients with renal conditions because excess potassium improves kidney function.
Potassium restriction is important for patients with renal conditions because excess potassium causes dehydration.
Potassium restriction is important for patients with renal conditions because excess potassium increases bone density.
Foods that are considered full-liquid include:
Milk, cream soups, and pudding
Raw vegetables and fruits
Grilled chicken and rice
Whole grain bread and cheese
Foods that contain gluten include:
Wheat-based products
Rice-based products
Corn-based products
Potato-based products
Explain what textures and types of foods are allowed on a mechanical soft diet and describe why foods like steak, granola, or raw vegetables would not be appropriate.
A mechanical soft diet allows foods that are easy to chew and swallow, such as cooked vegetables, ground meats, and soft fruits, while foods like steak, granola, or raw vegetables are not appropriate because they are hard, tough, or crunchy.
A mechanical soft diet allows only raw vegetables and tough meats, while soft foods like mashed potatoes are not permitted.
A mechanical soft diet includes only liquid foods and excludes all solid foods, including soft ones.
A mechanical soft diet allows any food as long as it is served cold, regardless of texture.
Matt is a 29-year-old male who weighs 195 lbs and is 6’3’’ tall. He works long hours as a hospital technician, mostly standing and moving equipment. He doesn’t exercise regularly outside of work. Step 1: Calculate Matt’s RMR (Resting Metabolic Rate).
1935 kcal/day
1650 kcal/day
2100 kcal/day
1800 kcal/day
Matt is a 29-year-old male who weighs 195 lbs and is 6’3’’ tall. He works long hours as a hospital technician, mostly standing and moving equipment. He doesn’t exercise regularly outside of work. Step 2: Apply the correct activity factor.
2999 kcal/day
2200 kcal/day
2600 kcal/day
3400 kcal/day
