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HESI Nutrition – Practice Exam (WGU D236, 2026/2027 A+ Edition)HESI Nutrition Practice Exam | WGU D236 Nutrition Proctored Exam

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Prepare confidently for the HESI Nutrition exam with this comprehensive WGU D236 Nutrition Practice Exam featuring carefully organized questions and verified answers. This study resource covers key nutrition concepts including macronutrients, micronutrients, therapeutic diets, vitamins and minerals, enteral and parenteral nutrition, metabolism, disease-specific nutrition, and clinical nursing applications commonly tested on HESI Nutrition assessments. Designed for nursing students seeking effective exam preparation, this guide provides realistic practice questions to reinforce knowledge, improve critical thinking, and build confidence before the proctored exam.

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Nutrition Hesi Prep, Nutrition Practice Exam WGU D 236 questions and
answers 2026\2027 A+ Grade


The RN is caring for a client who was recently diagnosed iwth type 2 DM. What information is most
important for the RN to teach the client about life-style changes?
- correct answer Portion-controlled, heart healthy diet selections



The RN suspects that a female client is altering her own diabetic journals. Which lab test should the RN
review?
- correct answer Hemoglobin A1C



The RN is assessing the client regarding the need to increase vitamin B12. Which foods should the RN
instruct the client to include?
- correct answer Cheese, eggs, fish



The home health RN is caring for a client with a stage III pressure ulcer. The RN recognizes which food
group that contains zinc should be added to the client's diet
- correct answer Meats and shellfish



The RN receives four new admissions in an assisted living community. Which client should the RN assess
for a higher caloric diet?
- correct answer A client with bacterial pneumonia



Orthodox Jewish client can have what?
- correct answer lamb chops with mint jelly



Client's knowledge of low-sodium menu selections
- correct answer White rice/steamed veggies and cottage cheese/sliced tomatoes

,Lactose intolerant client needs foods enriched with calcium and vit d
- correct answer Fortified soy products



Stress incontinence dietary change
- correct answer avoid alcohol and caffeine



Instructions for client experiencing dumping syndrome
- correct answer Fluids should be limited to eight oz with meals



Recommended food for postoperative colectomy and colostomy
- correct answer chicken noodle soup



reduce odor in colostomy
- correct answer eat foods with yogurt

drunk buttermilk

eat parsley



vitamin deficiency increases the susceptibility of bleeding
- correct answer Vit K



continuous feeding through a NG tube - position to prevent aspiration?
- correct answer Semi-Fowler's



What should the RN include in chinese woman's diet
- correct answer vegetables



Foods for client who isn't eating because of mouth ulcers
- correct answer poached or scrambled eggs



Meal of pt with RUQ pain should be assessed for
- correct answer saturated fat content

,How do you take medicine if youre NPO
- correct answer take with water that is not flavored



acute cholectisis dietary recommedations
- correct answer baked fish and tomatoes with lettuce



what instructions should the nurse include for psylium
- correct answer take with 240mL and follow with a second glass



Pt receiving TPN should be monitored for what metabolic chance
- correct answer hyperglycemia



seconday cirrhosis instruction do include in dietary teaching plan
- correct answer restricted sodium intake



instructions for diet info with simple goiter - what to eliminate?
- correct answer turnips



Vit k Deficiency nurse intervention
- correct answer monitor for signs of hematuria, melena, ecchymosis



What should the RN teach about recommending client replace saturated fats and healthier fats
- correct answer lowers the amount of low density lipoprotein in the blood



value of a protein supplement after surgery
- correct answer add'l protein promotes tissue healing post-0p



Pernicious anmia assoc with what vitamin deficiency?
- correct answer B12



What illness from bad can of beans
- correct answer clostridium botulinum

, Likelihood of aging and creating a byproduct that is not health
- correct answer jar of peanut butter



What statement indicates new mom needs more instruction for breastfeeding
- correct answer drink a glass of wine while breastfeeding to help milk let down



PKU should eliminate
- correct answer chicken and fish



low residue diet client should avoid
- correct answer hard salami



stool guaiac test - what do you not eat 3 days before
- correct answer raw broccoli



Mild hypertension diet recommendation?
- correct answer decrease intake of canned foods



Foods to prevent osteoporosis
- correct answer canned tuna



Client should limit what with cirrhosis
- correct answer peanut butter



client choice that shows they understand low-fat, high fiber
- correct answer vegetable soup, carrots, legumes, celery, toasted oat bread, and an apple



foods to instruct chemo patient to eat
- correct answer broccoli/cauliflower/boiled eggs

baked potatoes

pastas

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