CANADIAN DIETETIC REGISTRATION
EXAMINATION (CDRE) QUESTIONS FORM A
REAL EXAM LATEST 2026-2027 UPDATE WITH
100 QUESTIONS & 100% CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS GRADED A+ (BRAND NEW!!)
1. A registered dietitian working in acute care is most responsible for which
initial action when consulted for a patient with unintended weight loss?
A. Prescribing oral nutrition supplements
B. Completing a comprehensive nutrition assessment
C. Ordering laboratory investigations
D. Developing a discharge meal plan
The dietitian’s role begins with assessment, which informs diagnosis and
intervention.
2. Which legislation primarily governs protection of personal health
information in most Canadian provinces?
A. Canada Health Act
B. Food and Drugs Act
C. Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA)
D. Occupational Health and Safety Act
PHIPA and similar provincial acts regulate collection, use, and disclosure of health
information.
, 3. A client with type 2 diabetes experiences frequent hypoglycemia after
increasing physical activity. What is the most appropriate nutrition
intervention?
A. Reduce total daily carbohydrate intake
B. Eliminate snacks
C. Adjust carbohydrate timing around activity
D. Increase protein intake
Matching carbohydrate intake with activity helps prevent hypoglycemia.
4. In the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), PES statements are used to document:
A. Monitoring indicators
B. Nutrition prescriptions
C. Nutrition diagnoses
D. Client goals
PES (Problem–Etiology–Signs/Symptoms) defines the nutrition diagnosis.
5. Which population is at greatest risk of iron deficiency anemia in Canada?
A. Older adult men
B. Postmenopausal women
C. Women of childbearing age
D. Preschool children
Menstruation increases iron requirements, raising deficiency risk.
6. A tube-fed patient develops diarrhea shortly after initiation of enteral
nutrition. What should be assessed first?
A. Need for parenteral nutrition
B. Rate and osmolarity of the feeding
C. Electrolyte replacement
D. Use of fiber supplements
, Rapid infusion and high osmolarity commonly cause GI intolerance.
7. Which macronutrient provides the greatest satiety per calorie?
A. Carbohydrate
B. Fat
C. Protein
D. Alcohol
Protein has the strongest effect on satiety hormones.
8. According to Canada’s Food Guide, the majority of grain choices should be:
A. Refined grains
B. Gluten-free grains
C. Fortified grains
D. Whole grains
Whole grains provide fiber and micronutrients.
9. A client refuses a recommended nutrition intervention due to cultural
beliefs. What is the dietitian’s best response?
A. Insist on evidence-based practice
B. Document non-compliance and discharge
C. Explore culturally appropriate alternatives
D. Refer the client to another professional
Culturally safe care respects beliefs while meeting nutrition goals.
10.Which lab value is most appropriate for monitoring long-term glycemic
control?
A. Fasting plasma glucose
B. Random blood glucose
EXAMINATION (CDRE) QUESTIONS FORM A
REAL EXAM LATEST 2026-2027 UPDATE WITH
100 QUESTIONS & 100% CORRECT DETAILED
ANSWERS GRADED A+ (BRAND NEW!!)
1. A registered dietitian working in acute care is most responsible for which
initial action when consulted for a patient with unintended weight loss?
A. Prescribing oral nutrition supplements
B. Completing a comprehensive nutrition assessment
C. Ordering laboratory investigations
D. Developing a discharge meal plan
The dietitian’s role begins with assessment, which informs diagnosis and
intervention.
2. Which legislation primarily governs protection of personal health
information in most Canadian provinces?
A. Canada Health Act
B. Food and Drugs Act
C. Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA)
D. Occupational Health and Safety Act
PHIPA and similar provincial acts regulate collection, use, and disclosure of health
information.
, 3. A client with type 2 diabetes experiences frequent hypoglycemia after
increasing physical activity. What is the most appropriate nutrition
intervention?
A. Reduce total daily carbohydrate intake
B. Eliminate snacks
C. Adjust carbohydrate timing around activity
D. Increase protein intake
Matching carbohydrate intake with activity helps prevent hypoglycemia.
4. In the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), PES statements are used to document:
A. Monitoring indicators
B. Nutrition prescriptions
C. Nutrition diagnoses
D. Client goals
PES (Problem–Etiology–Signs/Symptoms) defines the nutrition diagnosis.
5. Which population is at greatest risk of iron deficiency anemia in Canada?
A. Older adult men
B. Postmenopausal women
C. Women of childbearing age
D. Preschool children
Menstruation increases iron requirements, raising deficiency risk.
6. A tube-fed patient develops diarrhea shortly after initiation of enteral
nutrition. What should be assessed first?
A. Need for parenteral nutrition
B. Rate and osmolarity of the feeding
C. Electrolyte replacement
D. Use of fiber supplements
, Rapid infusion and high osmolarity commonly cause GI intolerance.
7. Which macronutrient provides the greatest satiety per calorie?
A. Carbohydrate
B. Fat
C. Protein
D. Alcohol
Protein has the strongest effect on satiety hormones.
8. According to Canada’s Food Guide, the majority of grain choices should be:
A. Refined grains
B. Gluten-free grains
C. Fortified grains
D. Whole grains
Whole grains provide fiber and micronutrients.
9. A client refuses a recommended nutrition intervention due to cultural
beliefs. What is the dietitian’s best response?
A. Insist on evidence-based practice
B. Document non-compliance and discharge
C. Explore culturally appropriate alternatives
D. Refer the client to another professional
Culturally safe care respects beliefs while meeting nutrition goals.
10.Which lab value is most appropriate for monitoring long-term glycemic
control?
A. Fasting plasma glucose
B. Random blood glucose
