WGU D440 HESI Nutrition Objective
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WGU D440 HESI Nutrition
,What is the significance of a high risk for aspiration in enteral
nutrition? ..........ANSWER.......It may influence the type of enteral
tube used, but does not negate the indication for enteral nutrition.
What are the symptoms of scurvy? ..........ANSWER.......Swollen,
bleeding gums and poor wound healing.
How does calcium intake affect iron absorption?
..........ANSWER.......Calcium can decrease iron absorption when
consumed concurrently.
What are the characteristics of a clear liquid diet?
..........ANSWER.......Items must be transparent to light and easily
digested.
What is the potassium intake recommendation for clients with
chronic kidney disease? ..........ANSWER.......Potassium intake is
typically restricted to less than 2.4 g/day.
,What is the role of nonstarchy vegetables in a diabetic diet?
..........ANSWER.......They should be emphasized to provide
nutrients without raising blood glucose levels.
What is the impact of refined grains and added sugars in a diabetic
diet? ..........ANSWER.......They should be minimized to maintain
better blood glucose control.
What is the purpose of enteral nutrition? ..........ANSWER.......To
provide liquefied foods into the GI tract via a tube when oral intake
is insufficient.
What is the recommended phosphorus intake for a renal diet in
CKD? ..........ANSWER.......Phosphorus intake is typically controlled
to 800-1000 mg/day.
What dietary sources are high in calcium?
..........ANSWER.......Primary sources include dairy products (milk,
, cheese, yogurt), tofu, green leafy vegetables (broccoli, collards,
kale, spinach), salmon, sardines, almonds, Brazil nuts, sunflower
seeds, tahini, and dried beans.
Which foods should a client with dysphagia include in their diet?
..........ANSWER.......A mechanical soft diet with thickened liquids is
recommended to minimize chewing and swallowing difficulties.
What condition is a direct cause of Vitamin B12 deficiency?
..........ANSWER.......Pernicious anemia, which impairs B12
absorption due to a lack of intrinsic factor.
Which food should a client on a low-purine diet restrict?
..........ANSWER.......Organ meats, as they are high in purines which
can lead to elevated uric acid levels.
Which vitamins are classified as fat-soluble?
..........ANSWER.......Vitamins A, D, E, and K are classified as fat-
soluble vitamins.
Assessment V1, Questions & Answers
(Verified Answers) With Expert
Explanations | 2026 – 2027 Update (PDF)
WGU D440 HESI Nutrition
,What is the significance of a high risk for aspiration in enteral
nutrition? ..........ANSWER.......It may influence the type of enteral
tube used, but does not negate the indication for enteral nutrition.
What are the symptoms of scurvy? ..........ANSWER.......Swollen,
bleeding gums and poor wound healing.
How does calcium intake affect iron absorption?
..........ANSWER.......Calcium can decrease iron absorption when
consumed concurrently.
What are the characteristics of a clear liquid diet?
..........ANSWER.......Items must be transparent to light and easily
digested.
What is the potassium intake recommendation for clients with
chronic kidney disease? ..........ANSWER.......Potassium intake is
typically restricted to less than 2.4 g/day.
,What is the role of nonstarchy vegetables in a diabetic diet?
..........ANSWER.......They should be emphasized to provide
nutrients without raising blood glucose levels.
What is the impact of refined grains and added sugars in a diabetic
diet? ..........ANSWER.......They should be minimized to maintain
better blood glucose control.
What is the purpose of enteral nutrition? ..........ANSWER.......To
provide liquefied foods into the GI tract via a tube when oral intake
is insufficient.
What is the recommended phosphorus intake for a renal diet in
CKD? ..........ANSWER.......Phosphorus intake is typically controlled
to 800-1000 mg/day.
What dietary sources are high in calcium?
..........ANSWER.......Primary sources include dairy products (milk,
, cheese, yogurt), tofu, green leafy vegetables (broccoli, collards,
kale, spinach), salmon, sardines, almonds, Brazil nuts, sunflower
seeds, tahini, and dried beans.
Which foods should a client with dysphagia include in their diet?
..........ANSWER.......A mechanical soft diet with thickened liquids is
recommended to minimize chewing and swallowing difficulties.
What condition is a direct cause of Vitamin B12 deficiency?
..........ANSWER.......Pernicious anemia, which impairs B12
absorption due to a lack of intrinsic factor.
Which food should a client on a low-purine diet restrict?
..........ANSWER.......Organ meats, as they are high in purines which
can lead to elevated uric acid levels.
Which vitamins are classified as fat-soluble?
..........ANSWER.......Vitamins A, D, E, and K are classified as fat-
soluble vitamins.
