WGU C787 OA NUTRITION LATEST 2023-2024 EXAM
TESTBANK 250 QUESTIONS AND DETAILED
ANSWERS(VERIFIED ANSWERS)AGRADE
What is true of recommendations concerning trans fat and added sugar intake? - ANSWER- Trans fat and added sugar intake should be minimized, there is no DRI value
what is recommended daily amount of protein intake? - ANSWER- 60g/ day
Which list contains all examples of proteins? - 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? - 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? - ANSWER- anything ending in -ose honey
which carbohydrate will cause a quicker return to hunger? - ANSWER- one with aa high glycemic index
which is a reason why seafood can be considered part of a healthful diet? - ANSWER- some seafood is high I healthy omega 3 oils
what are generally considered sources of health fat? - ANSWER- fish, nuts, olive oil
what is not a common source of high levels of sodium? - ANSWER- spices and herbs
which foods are relatively rich in iron? - ANSWER- - dark leafy greens
- legumes
- red meat
- nuts
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what is the best vegetarian source of iron from the options provided? - ANSWER- beans
Which of these are protective against heart disease? - ANSWER- - fiber
- HDL cholesterol
which are linked to increase heart disease? - ANSWER- - LDL cholesterol
- trans fat
- saturated fat
Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke:
LDL levels - ANSWER- < 120 mg/dL
Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke:
Limit cholesterol to - ANSWER- < 30 mg/ day
Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke:
Saturated fat - ANSWER- < 7% calories/ day
Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke:
daily activity - ANSWER- 30+ min
Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke:
Sodium levels - ANSWER- < 1600mg/ day
Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke:
Increase intake of - ANSWER- insoluble fiber
Reducing risk of heart disease/ stroke:
limit alcohol to - ANSWER- 1-2 drinks/ day
what is an appropriate dietary intervention to address a patient's low albumin level?
- ANSWER- high protein diet
select foods that would be inappropriate for a patient with kidney disease - ANSWER- - fried eggs
- hot dog
- steak
what is the dash diet designed to address - ANSWER- hypertension 2 / 4
which factors are important in controlling hypertension? - ANSWER- - sodium below 1600 mg/ day
- daily exercise, such as a half-hour walk
- health weight BMI < 25
Because obesity affects many org systems and hormones, impairing body
functions: - ANSWER- it is now considered a disease
what BMI is considered obese, requiring counseling about a weight loss dietary plan? - ANSWER- BMI > 30
what is the BMI calculation for a patient that measures 5' 4'' in height and 175 pounds in weight ? - ANSWER- 30
BMI calculation - ANSWER- weight (lbs) / height (in)^2 * 703
what describe a diet least likely to result in obesity? - ANSWER- a diet with a variety of fruits, whole grains, and vegetables
identify which heart disease risk factors are modifiable. - ANSWER- - sedentary lifestyle
- BMI 32
- diet high in trans fats
which statement is true? - ANSWER- obese children and teenagers are at increased risk of coronary heart disease
you are working in a family medicine clinic with a 22-year-old patient. you note a BMI of 17 what counsel would you give the patient? - ANSWER- at this BMI, you are at increased risk of infertility, osteoporosis, and premature. death. let's find a solution
what health risks clearly increase with BMI - ANSWER- - heart disease
- DM
- Premature death
- osteoarthritis
- sleep apnea
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what is true regarding genetic influence on body weight? - ANSWER- body weights of parents are oft predictive of body weights of children even when they do not raise them.
to maintain weight in the long term patients should - ANSWER- balance energy expenditure with energy intake, eat jus enough calories for activity level
You can only DRAFT five pieces of advice for weight loss, which do you choose - ANSWER- - reduce process foods
- increase activity
- when you want food, ask yourself if you are actually hungry
- eat 5 small meals to maintain energy throughout the day
- limit sugary drinks`
which person is most likely to lose weight and keep it off? - ANSWER- one who sticks to their diet long term
which is true of weight loss - ANSWER- 10 % reduction in total body weight has consistently been shown to improve health and decrease risk
ex) what would a 180 pound person. have to lose to show health benefits? - ANSWER- 18 pound to weigh 162 pounds
which is likely not an appropriate sustainable weigh loss goal - ANSWER- to lose 20 pounds in a month and be envied by friends
motivational interviewing - ANSWER- - health behaviors have rewards separate from pounds lost
- don't focus on failure
- don't focus on negative images/ unfairness
- don't sugarcoat or be dismissive
what is true of water intake and weight loss - ANSWER- there is evidence to support that drinking 48 oz of water or more supports weight loss
which foods are likely appropriate for consistent inclusion on weight reduction dietary plan - ANSWER- - baked fish
- broiled skinless chicken breast
- steamed green vegetables
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