WGU D440 (Nutrition) – EXAM STUDY
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What is stomatitis?
Inflammation of the oral mucous lining of the mouth
What is the treatment/diet for stomatitis?
Eat foods that are soft and east to chew and swallow
Moisten foods with gravy, broth, or sauces
Avoid alcohol and known irritants such as acidic, spicy, salty, and coarse-textured foods
(crunchy foods)
Cook foods until they are soft and tender, or cut foods into small bites
Eat foods at room temperature
Supplement meals with high-calories, high-protein milkshakes or smoothies
Maintain good oral hygiene
Numb the mouth with ice chips or flavored ice pops
Radiation of the head, neck or esophagus
disturbs the oral mucosa and salivary secretions, thereby affecting taste sensations and
sensitivity to food texture and temperature. Resultant anorexia and nausea may exacerbate
malnutrition.
Radiation to the abdominal area
compromises the intestinal mucosa, causing a loss of villi and possibly nutrient malabsorption.
Tissue breakdown may cause ulcers, inflammation, obstructions, or fistulas, and these
conditions interfere with the normal function of the involved tissue.
,Dietary choices and physical activity
are the most modifiable risk factors for cancer prevention
What does the American cancer society suggest about your weight in order to prevent
cancer?
Be as lean as possible within normal range of body weight throughout life. Balance caloric
intake with physical activity. Avoid excessive weight gain at all ages.
What does the American Cancer Society suggest about exercise for children and adolescents
in order to prevent cancer?
participate in at least 60 minutes every day of moderate to vigorous physical activity, with
vigorous physical activity included at least 3 days per week.
What does the American Cancer Society suggest about exercise for adults in order to prevent
cancer?
engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous physical
activity each week. Limit sedentary behaviors.
What does the American Cancer society suggest that you eat in order to prevent cancer?
Consume a healthy diet that has an emphasis on plant-based food.
What does the American Cancer Society recommend about alcohol intake?
limit intake to two drinks per day for men
one drink per day for women
One drink is defined as 12 oz of beer, 5 oz of wine, or 1.5 oz of 80-proof distilled spirits.
What does the American Cancer Society recommend about dietary supplements?
Meet nutrient needs through diet alone; do not rely on dietary supplements
What does the American Cancer Society recommend about infant diets?
Aim to breastfeed infants exclusively for 6 months and continue to breastfeed for at least 1
year while offering complementary food after 6 months.
What factors help support glycemic management?
pharmacology (insulin injections, oral medications), healthy eating, regular physical activity,
and glucose monitoring.
,What should you do when assessing fatigue?
Assess tolerance for activities. Provide assistance and support as needed for maintaining bed or
chair positions.
Frame size
the persons height (in centimeters) divided by their wrist circumference (in centimeters)
Conditions associated with being underweight
Wasting disease, poor food intake, malabsorption, hormonal imbalance, low energy
availability, poor living situation
Who is the most at risk for malnutrition?
pregnant women, infants, children, and elderly adults.
How do we encourage adequate food intake?
Food Assistance Programs
Commodity Supplemental Food Program
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
(WIC)
School Meals Program
Clear liquid
Clear juices that do not contain pulp. Examples: apple or cranberry juice, gelatin, popsicles, and
clear broths. Prescribed for patients with gastrointestinal (GI) problems, before (preoperatively)
and after surgery. (postoperatively), and before some diagnostic tests.
Full liquid
Foods that are or may become liquid at room or body temperature. Examples: juices (including
those with pulp), milk and milk products, yogurt, strained cream soups, and liquid dietary
supplements. Used to advance a patient with GI disturbances, after having dental work
performed, and for those patients who cannot tolerate solid food.
Mechanical soft
As for clear and full liquid and pureed, with addition of all cream soups, ground or finely diced
meats, flaked fish, cottage cheese, cheese, rice, potatoes, pancakes, light breads, cooked
vegetables, cooked or canned fruits, bananas, soups, peanut butter, eggs (not fried)Food
, consistencies that have been modified such as ground meat or soft cooked foods. They are also
used for persons who have difficulty chewing effectively.
Thickened liquids
Used for patients who have difficulty swallowing and are at risk for aspiration. Liquids are
thickened by adding a commercially prepared thickening agent. Avoid nuts, seeds, and other
hard or raw foods to decrease the risk of aspiration.
Regular/general
There are no dietary restrictions. The diet is intended to supply patients with a balanced diet of
essential nutrients. -
Diabetes (ADA)
Prescribed to control the amount of calories by controlling the carbohydrate intake. Avoid high
glycemic index foods that raise the body's blood glucose concentration rapidly. Complex
carbohydrates from vegetables and fruits are preferred to simple carbohydrates, sugars, and
starchy foods, such as bread or pie
Cardiac
Used to control the dietary intake of certain foods that contribute to conditions that affect the
cardiovascular system. They typically consist of low cholesterol and low
sodium dietary items. Cardiac diets minimize the intake of animal products, which contain
cholesterol, and soups and processed foods such as pickles and lunch meats, which are high in
sodium.
DASH diet
Dietary approaches to stop hypertension. 4-6 servings of fruit, 4-6 servings of veggies, 2-3
servings of low-fat dietary foods per day, in addition to lean meats, nuts, seeds, died beans, and
high fiber grains. combined with a low sodium diet. -- used for HTN
AHA dietary
a variety of foods, fresh fruits, and veggies, fiber-rich whole grains, nuts, legumes, and fat-free
or low-fat dietary products. choose lean meats, eat a variety of fish, monounsaturated and
polyunsaturated fats instead of topical oils or other saturated fats. Limit saturated fats to 5-6%
of total cal per day. Avoid trans fats, limit sodium intake to 1500 mg, limit red meat, processed
meat, and refined carbs, and consume less nutrient-poor foods. limit alcohol, and follow portion
sizes. No smoking.
Heart failure diet
GUIDE 2026/2027 COMPLETE QUESTIONS
WITH VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWERS ||
100% GUARANTEED PASS
What is stomatitis?
Inflammation of the oral mucous lining of the mouth
What is the treatment/diet for stomatitis?
Eat foods that are soft and east to chew and swallow
Moisten foods with gravy, broth, or sauces
Avoid alcohol and known irritants such as acidic, spicy, salty, and coarse-textured foods
(crunchy foods)
Cook foods until they are soft and tender, or cut foods into small bites
Eat foods at room temperature
Supplement meals with high-calories, high-protein milkshakes or smoothies
Maintain good oral hygiene
Numb the mouth with ice chips or flavored ice pops
Radiation of the head, neck or esophagus
disturbs the oral mucosa and salivary secretions, thereby affecting taste sensations and
sensitivity to food texture and temperature. Resultant anorexia and nausea may exacerbate
malnutrition.
Radiation to the abdominal area
compromises the intestinal mucosa, causing a loss of villi and possibly nutrient malabsorption.
Tissue breakdown may cause ulcers, inflammation, obstructions, or fistulas, and these
conditions interfere with the normal function of the involved tissue.
,Dietary choices and physical activity
are the most modifiable risk factors for cancer prevention
What does the American cancer society suggest about your weight in order to prevent
cancer?
Be as lean as possible within normal range of body weight throughout life. Balance caloric
intake with physical activity. Avoid excessive weight gain at all ages.
What does the American Cancer Society suggest about exercise for children and adolescents
in order to prevent cancer?
participate in at least 60 minutes every day of moderate to vigorous physical activity, with
vigorous physical activity included at least 3 days per week.
What does the American Cancer Society suggest about exercise for adults in order to prevent
cancer?
engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous physical
activity each week. Limit sedentary behaviors.
What does the American Cancer society suggest that you eat in order to prevent cancer?
Consume a healthy diet that has an emphasis on plant-based food.
What does the American Cancer Society recommend about alcohol intake?
limit intake to two drinks per day for men
one drink per day for women
One drink is defined as 12 oz of beer, 5 oz of wine, or 1.5 oz of 80-proof distilled spirits.
What does the American Cancer Society recommend about dietary supplements?
Meet nutrient needs through diet alone; do not rely on dietary supplements
What does the American Cancer Society recommend about infant diets?
Aim to breastfeed infants exclusively for 6 months and continue to breastfeed for at least 1
year while offering complementary food after 6 months.
What factors help support glycemic management?
pharmacology (insulin injections, oral medications), healthy eating, regular physical activity,
and glucose monitoring.
,What should you do when assessing fatigue?
Assess tolerance for activities. Provide assistance and support as needed for maintaining bed or
chair positions.
Frame size
the persons height (in centimeters) divided by their wrist circumference (in centimeters)
Conditions associated with being underweight
Wasting disease, poor food intake, malabsorption, hormonal imbalance, low energy
availability, poor living situation
Who is the most at risk for malnutrition?
pregnant women, infants, children, and elderly adults.
How do we encourage adequate food intake?
Food Assistance Programs
Commodity Supplemental Food Program
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
(WIC)
School Meals Program
Clear liquid
Clear juices that do not contain pulp. Examples: apple or cranberry juice, gelatin, popsicles, and
clear broths. Prescribed for patients with gastrointestinal (GI) problems, before (preoperatively)
and after surgery. (postoperatively), and before some diagnostic tests.
Full liquid
Foods that are or may become liquid at room or body temperature. Examples: juices (including
those with pulp), milk and milk products, yogurt, strained cream soups, and liquid dietary
supplements. Used to advance a patient with GI disturbances, after having dental work
performed, and for those patients who cannot tolerate solid food.
Mechanical soft
As for clear and full liquid and pureed, with addition of all cream soups, ground or finely diced
meats, flaked fish, cottage cheese, cheese, rice, potatoes, pancakes, light breads, cooked
vegetables, cooked or canned fruits, bananas, soups, peanut butter, eggs (not fried)Food
, consistencies that have been modified such as ground meat or soft cooked foods. They are also
used for persons who have difficulty chewing effectively.
Thickened liquids
Used for patients who have difficulty swallowing and are at risk for aspiration. Liquids are
thickened by adding a commercially prepared thickening agent. Avoid nuts, seeds, and other
hard or raw foods to decrease the risk of aspiration.
Regular/general
There are no dietary restrictions. The diet is intended to supply patients with a balanced diet of
essential nutrients. -
Diabetes (ADA)
Prescribed to control the amount of calories by controlling the carbohydrate intake. Avoid high
glycemic index foods that raise the body's blood glucose concentration rapidly. Complex
carbohydrates from vegetables and fruits are preferred to simple carbohydrates, sugars, and
starchy foods, such as bread or pie
Cardiac
Used to control the dietary intake of certain foods that contribute to conditions that affect the
cardiovascular system. They typically consist of low cholesterol and low
sodium dietary items. Cardiac diets minimize the intake of animal products, which contain
cholesterol, and soups and processed foods such as pickles and lunch meats, which are high in
sodium.
DASH diet
Dietary approaches to stop hypertension. 4-6 servings of fruit, 4-6 servings of veggies, 2-3
servings of low-fat dietary foods per day, in addition to lean meats, nuts, seeds, died beans, and
high fiber grains. combined with a low sodium diet. -- used for HTN
AHA dietary
a variety of foods, fresh fruits, and veggies, fiber-rich whole grains, nuts, legumes, and fat-free
or low-fat dietary products. choose lean meats, eat a variety of fish, monounsaturated and
polyunsaturated fats instead of topical oils or other saturated fats. Limit saturated fats to 5-6%
of total cal per day. Avoid trans fats, limit sodium intake to 1500 mg, limit red meat, processed
meat, and refined carbs, and consume less nutrient-poor foods. limit alcohol, and follow portion
sizes. No smoking.
Heart failure diet
