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RD Exam Practice Test 1 (CDR)
Jeremiah
Terms in this set (132)
Which of the following techniques offers the The correct answer is A.
least constructive information to someone
being disciplined? The purpose of disciplining is for a manager to provide constructive information to help
the subordinate become aware of how his or her actions affect the organization's
Providing advice system. The goal is to provide maximum information with minimum threat. Providing
Focusing on behavior advice is not constructive. Feedback should focus on ideas and information, not advice.
Providing alternatives
Focusing on observations
Which of the following is NOT a component The correct answer is D.
of meta-analysis?
Meta-analysis uses studies with similar design, defines inclusion criteria, and usually
Inclusion criteria are clearly defined uses peer-reviewed articles. There is no criterion or requirement that data have to be
Peer-reviewed data are preferred presented in a narrative manner.
Studies must have a similar design
Data are presented in a narrative manner
The correct answer is A.
What elements comprise the marketing mix?
Marketing mix is a combination of product, price, place and promotion to achieve an
Product, price, promotion, and place organization's objectives and to satisfy the target market. A product can be a good, a
Price, product, popularity, and process service, or an idea. Price is the amount of money charged for a product. Promotion is
Product, promotion, position, and popularity used to facilitate exchanges by informing prospective customers about a business and
Product, place, position, and process its products. Place refers to the location, the place where the product is offered. The
terms "popularity," "process," and "position" have no relevance in marketing mix.
Which agency approves the use of food The correct answer is C.
additives in breakfast cereal?
The FDA regulates use of food additives—including coloring agents considered safe for
US Department of Agriculture (USDA) human consumption and additives that are considered safe for human consumption or
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the scientific community. Any food that
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) contains a food additive that is not deemed safe is considered an adulterated food by
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) FDA standards.
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The correct answer is C.
Which of the following characteristics is key
to an efficient and effective system?
A system is a collection of interrelated parts or subsystems unified by design to obtain
one or more objectives. Interdependency is the reciprocal relationship of the parts of a
Continuous response and adaptation to the
system; each part mutually affects the performance of the others. Interdependency
system
emphasizes the importance of viewing the organization as a whole rather than as
Flow of resources
isolated parts. The other responses (ie, continuous response and adaptation to a
Interdependency of parts
system, flow of resources through a system, and achievement of subunit objectives) all
Achievement of subunit objectives
are isolated parts of a system.
One advantage of using a crossover design The correct answer is C.
over a parallel design is
Crossover design includes a washout period and does not have to be a shorter study
a shorter study duration. duration, and sample size does not have to be small. The design uses the same subjects
a smaller sample size. who serve as the control, hence a reduction in variability.
a reduction in variability.
a washout period is not needed.
Customer and employee satisfaction are The correct answer is D.
both
The outputs are the goods and services that result from transforming the inputs of the
functions of management. system and express how objectives are achieved. Customer and employee satisfaction
linking processes. and financial accountability are desired outcomes in a foodservice system.
environmental factors.
outputs of the foodservice system.
Which of the following must be true for a The correct answer is B.
food to be labeled "low fat"?
Following food labeling laws, to be identified as low in fat, a serving of food must
Contains less than 0.5 g fat per serving contain less than 3 g fat.
Contains less than 3 g fat per serving
Contains 25% less fat than the full-fat food
Contains 1/3 fewer calories or 50% less fat
than the full-fat food
Diagnosis is the second step in the The correct answer is A.
Academy's Nutrition Care Process and
Model. Part of the Diagnosis step is to PES stands for Problem, Etiology, Signs and Symptoms. Documentation of PES
document PES. PES stands for __ _. incorporates information gained during the Nutrition Assessment step of the Nutrition
Care Process to identify the problem and the evidence presented by what the patient is
Problem, Etiology, Signs and Symptoms experiencing
Plan, Education, Significant Results
Proposal, Efficacy, Strategies
Policy, Establish, Skills
Dietetic students finishing supervised The correct answer is D.
practice should be able to utilize food and
nutrition management systems, client Entry-level practitioners need to have a general awareness of entry-level informatics
educational materials, and skills, which include electronic health records, food and nutrition management systems,
and educational print materials.
prescribe TPN formulas.
create organizational mission statements.
generate appropriate statistical analyses.
work with electronic health records.
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The correct answer is A.
Daily Values are nutrient standards derived
from the Daily Reference Values and the
Daily Values are nutrient standards derived from the Daily Reference Values (DRV) and
Reference Daily Intakes (RDI). DRVs are provided for total fat, saturated fat, cholesterol,
Reference Daily Intakes.
total carbohydrate, dietary fiber, sodium, potassium, and protein. RDIs are provided for
Recommended Dietary Intakes.
vitamins; minerals; and protein for children younger than 4 years of age and for
Reference Dietary Allowances.
pregnant and lactating women. In order to limit consumer confusion, however, the label
Recommended Daily Allowances.
includes a single term (ie, Daily Value [DV]), to designate both the DRVs and RDIs.
Which word best describes doing things The correct answer is A.
correctly or getting the most output from
the least amount of input? Efficiency is "doing things right." Effectiveness is "doing the right things." Economical
describes prudent use of resources. Expedient describes doing something quickly.
Efficient
Effective
Economical
Expedient
If a person with type 1 diabetes experiences The correct answer is D.
dramatically low blood glucose and
becomes unconscious, the most appropriate Since the patient is unconscious/unresponsive, glucagon should be administered as the
action would be to first-line treatment. A glucagon injection will mobilize glucose from the liver to raise the
blood sugar level. This treatment minimizes risk of choking for patients who are not
give three hard candies and administer conscious. Contact emergency services immediately after administering the glucagon
insulin. injection.
give 4 oz fruit juice and administer insulin.
give 4 oz fruit juice and administer glucagon.
administer glucagon and call 9-1-1..
Which agency determines the safety of new The correct answer is D.
pesticides and sets a tolerance level for all
pesticides and their residue in food? The EPA is responsible for determining the safety of any pesticide before it can be used
on a commodity food. Once approved for use, the EPA is responsible for setting
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) tolerable residue limits for pesticides on food. Once these tolerance levels are set by
US Department of Agriculture (USDA) the EPA, enforcement is overseen by the FDA.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
When the diet is adequate in protein, the The correct answer is D.
body can synthesize niacin from which
amino acid? Tryptophan is an amino acid that is converted to niacin in the liver. An estimated 1 mg
niacin is made from the ingestion of 60 mg tryptophan.
Phenylalanine
Valine
Tyrosine
Tryptophan
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RD Exam Practice Test 1 (CDR)
Jeremiah
Terms in this set (132)
Which of the following techniques offers the The correct answer is A.
least constructive information to someone
being disciplined? The purpose of disciplining is for a manager to provide constructive information to help
the subordinate become aware of how his or her actions affect the organization's
Providing advice system. The goal is to provide maximum information with minimum threat. Providing
Focusing on behavior advice is not constructive. Feedback should focus on ideas and information, not advice.
Providing alternatives
Focusing on observations
Which of the following is NOT a component The correct answer is D.
of meta-analysis?
Meta-analysis uses studies with similar design, defines inclusion criteria, and usually
Inclusion criteria are clearly defined uses peer-reviewed articles. There is no criterion or requirement that data have to be
Peer-reviewed data are preferred presented in a narrative manner.
Studies must have a similar design
Data are presented in a narrative manner
The correct answer is A.
What elements comprise the marketing mix?
Marketing mix is a combination of product, price, place and promotion to achieve an
Product, price, promotion, and place organization's objectives and to satisfy the target market. A product can be a good, a
Price, product, popularity, and process service, or an idea. Price is the amount of money charged for a product. Promotion is
Product, promotion, position, and popularity used to facilitate exchanges by informing prospective customers about a business and
Product, place, position, and process its products. Place refers to the location, the place where the product is offered. The
terms "popularity," "process," and "position" have no relevance in marketing mix.
Which agency approves the use of food The correct answer is C.
additives in breakfast cereal?
The FDA regulates use of food additives—including coloring agents considered safe for
US Department of Agriculture (USDA) human consumption and additives that are considered safe for human consumption or
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the scientific community. Any food that
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) contains a food additive that is not deemed safe is considered an adulterated food by
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) FDA standards.
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The correct answer is C.
Which of the following characteristics is key
to an efficient and effective system?
A system is a collection of interrelated parts or subsystems unified by design to obtain
one or more objectives. Interdependency is the reciprocal relationship of the parts of a
Continuous response and adaptation to the
system; each part mutually affects the performance of the others. Interdependency
system
emphasizes the importance of viewing the organization as a whole rather than as
Flow of resources
isolated parts. The other responses (ie, continuous response and adaptation to a
Interdependency of parts
system, flow of resources through a system, and achievement of subunit objectives) all
Achievement of subunit objectives
are isolated parts of a system.
One advantage of using a crossover design The correct answer is C.
over a parallel design is
Crossover design includes a washout period and does not have to be a shorter study
a shorter study duration. duration, and sample size does not have to be small. The design uses the same subjects
a smaller sample size. who serve as the control, hence a reduction in variability.
a reduction in variability.
a washout period is not needed.
Customer and employee satisfaction are The correct answer is D.
both
The outputs are the goods and services that result from transforming the inputs of the
functions of management. system and express how objectives are achieved. Customer and employee satisfaction
linking processes. and financial accountability are desired outcomes in a foodservice system.
environmental factors.
outputs of the foodservice system.
Which of the following must be true for a The correct answer is B.
food to be labeled "low fat"?
Following food labeling laws, to be identified as low in fat, a serving of food must
Contains less than 0.5 g fat per serving contain less than 3 g fat.
Contains less than 3 g fat per serving
Contains 25% less fat than the full-fat food
Contains 1/3 fewer calories or 50% less fat
than the full-fat food
Diagnosis is the second step in the The correct answer is A.
Academy's Nutrition Care Process and
Model. Part of the Diagnosis step is to PES stands for Problem, Etiology, Signs and Symptoms. Documentation of PES
document PES. PES stands for __ _. incorporates information gained during the Nutrition Assessment step of the Nutrition
Care Process to identify the problem and the evidence presented by what the patient is
Problem, Etiology, Signs and Symptoms experiencing
Plan, Education, Significant Results
Proposal, Efficacy, Strategies
Policy, Establish, Skills
Dietetic students finishing supervised The correct answer is D.
practice should be able to utilize food and
nutrition management systems, client Entry-level practitioners need to have a general awareness of entry-level informatics
educational materials, and skills, which include electronic health records, food and nutrition management systems,
and educational print materials.
prescribe TPN formulas.
create organizational mission statements.
generate appropriate statistical analyses.
work with electronic health records.
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, 8/8/24, 1:46 AM
The correct answer is A.
Daily Values are nutrient standards derived
from the Daily Reference Values and the
Daily Values are nutrient standards derived from the Daily Reference Values (DRV) and
Reference Daily Intakes (RDI). DRVs are provided for total fat, saturated fat, cholesterol,
Reference Daily Intakes.
total carbohydrate, dietary fiber, sodium, potassium, and protein. RDIs are provided for
Recommended Dietary Intakes.
vitamins; minerals; and protein for children younger than 4 years of age and for
Reference Dietary Allowances.
pregnant and lactating women. In order to limit consumer confusion, however, the label
Recommended Daily Allowances.
includes a single term (ie, Daily Value [DV]), to designate both the DRVs and RDIs.
Which word best describes doing things The correct answer is A.
correctly or getting the most output from
the least amount of input? Efficiency is "doing things right." Effectiveness is "doing the right things." Economical
describes prudent use of resources. Expedient describes doing something quickly.
Efficient
Effective
Economical
Expedient
If a person with type 1 diabetes experiences The correct answer is D.
dramatically low blood glucose and
becomes unconscious, the most appropriate Since the patient is unconscious/unresponsive, glucagon should be administered as the
action would be to first-line treatment. A glucagon injection will mobilize glucose from the liver to raise the
blood sugar level. This treatment minimizes risk of choking for patients who are not
give three hard candies and administer conscious. Contact emergency services immediately after administering the glucagon
insulin. injection.
give 4 oz fruit juice and administer insulin.
give 4 oz fruit juice and administer glucagon.
administer glucagon and call 9-1-1..
Which agency determines the safety of new The correct answer is D.
pesticides and sets a tolerance level for all
pesticides and their residue in food? The EPA is responsible for determining the safety of any pesticide before it can be used
on a commodity food. Once approved for use, the EPA is responsible for setting
Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) tolerable residue limits for pesticides on food. Once these tolerance levels are set by
US Department of Agriculture (USDA) the EPA, enforcement is overseen by the FDA.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
When the diet is adequate in protein, the The correct answer is D.
body can synthesize niacin from which
amino acid? Tryptophan is an amino acid that is converted to niacin in the liver. An estimated 1 mg
niacin is made from the ingestion of 60 mg tryptophan.
Phenylalanine
Valine
Tyrosine
Tryptophan
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