CDM questions with correct answers

On easy products would you specify grade A or AA when ordering? Correct Answer-Grading is a voluntary process and refers to quality attributes such as appearance, color, or size. Both eggs and butter are graded and specifying at least Grade A or AA would be the best quality for most foodservice operations. Define Assistive devices Correct Answer-CMS guidelines require foodservice departments to provide devices that will assist clients in eating. They help the client overcome disabilities caused by stroke or other medical conditions. What are the most common food allergies in the U.S.? Correct Answer-The 'Big Eight' 1. Peanuts 2. Tree nuts 3. Shellfish 4. Fish 5. Egg 6. Milk 7. Soy 8. Wheat What is the daily protein allowance? Correct Answer-The RDA for protein (for a healthy client) is 0.8 grams/kg of body weight. For example, a woman weighing 156 lb. (70.90 kg), the protein allowance would be 70.9 x .8 = 56.73 grams or 57 grams of protein per day. What cooking procedures destroy vitamins? Correct Answer-1. Cooking too long 2. Cooking at too high of a temperature 3. Adding baking soda during cooking?