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NURS503 Module 3 exam Questions and
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What is optimal nutrition?
Ans: Balanced intake of nutrients in relation to metabolic
needs.
What is undernutrition?
Ans: Inadequate intake, increased nutrient needs, or depleted
stores leading to deficiency.
What is overnutrition?
Ans: Nutrient intake exceeds metabolic needs, resulting in
obesity and metabolic risk.
Why is hydration important in nutrition?
Ans: Dehydration damages cells; overhydration dilutes
electrolytes and impairs function.
Which groups are at highest risk for poor nutrition?
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Ans: Infants, children, and older adults due to higher needs or
decreased thirst sensation.
What subjective data are gathered in a nutritional assessment?
Ans: Eating patterns, weight/appetite changes,
chewing/swallowing issues, GI symptoms, allergies,
medications/supplements, alcohol use, and exercise habits.
Why is subjective nutritional data collected?
Ans: To identify malnutrition, absorption issues, or
psychosocial/economic barriers.
What is the MST tool and who is it used for?
Ans: Malnutrition Screening Tool — used for adults in acute
care.
What is the MNA tool and who is it used for?
Ans: Mini Nutritional Assessment — used for older adults,
especially in long-term care.
What is a comprehensive nutritional assessment?
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Ans: Combines diet history, physical exam, and laboratory data
for a full evaluation.
What are common dietary evaluation methods?
Ans: 24-hour recall, food frequency questionnaire, food diary,
and direct observation.
What are the pros and cons of a 24-hour recall?
Ans: Pros: Quick and easy. Cons: May not reflect usual intake.
What are the pros and cons of a food frequency questionnaire?
Ans: Pros: Identifies dietary patterns. Cons: No portion-size
details.
What are the pros and cons of a food diary?
Ans: Pros: Quantitative intake record. Cons: Non -compliance
or inaccurate reporting.
What are the pros and cons of direct observation?
Ans: Pros: Most accurate method. Cons: Labor intensive and
time consuming.
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NURS503 Module 3 exam Questions and
Correct Answers/ Latest Update / Already
Graded
What is optimal nutrition?
Ans: Balanced intake of nutrients in relation to metabolic
needs.
What is undernutrition?
Ans: Inadequate intake, increased nutrient needs, or depleted
stores leading to deficiency.
What is overnutrition?
Ans: Nutrient intake exceeds metabolic needs, resulting in
obesity and metabolic risk.
Why is hydration important in nutrition?
Ans: Dehydration damages cells; overhydration dilutes
electrolytes and impairs function.
Which groups are at highest risk for poor nutrition?
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Ans: Infants, children, and older adults due to higher needs or
decreased thirst sensation.
What subjective data are gathered in a nutritional assessment?
Ans: Eating patterns, weight/appetite changes,
chewing/swallowing issues, GI symptoms, allergies,
medications/supplements, alcohol use, and exercise habits.
Why is subjective nutritional data collected?
Ans: To identify malnutrition, absorption issues, or
psychosocial/economic barriers.
What is the MST tool and who is it used for?
Ans: Malnutrition Screening Tool — used for adults in acute
care.
What is the MNA tool and who is it used for?
Ans: Mini Nutritional Assessment — used for older adults,
especially in long-term care.
What is a comprehensive nutritional assessment?
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Ans: Combines diet history, physical exam, and laboratory data
for a full evaluation.
What are common dietary evaluation methods?
Ans: 24-hour recall, food frequency questionnaire, food diary,
and direct observation.
What are the pros and cons of a 24-hour recall?
Ans: Pros: Quick and easy. Cons: May not reflect usual intake.
What are the pros and cons of a food frequency questionnaire?
Ans: Pros: Identifies dietary patterns. Cons: No portion-size
details.
What are the pros and cons of a food diary?
Ans: Pros: Quantitative intake record. Cons: Non -compliance
or inaccurate reporting.
What are the pros and cons of direct observation?
Ans: Pros: Most accurate method. Cons: Labor intensive and
time consuming.
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