WGU Nutrition D440 Diets Questions & Answers 2026 | High-
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1. Describe the difference between soluble and insoluble fiber in terms of their
properties and effects on health.
Insoluble fiber dissolves in water and helps with cholesterol, while
soluble fiber does not affect digestion.
Soluble fiber dissolves in water and can help lower cholesterol,
while insoluble fiber does not dissolve and aids in digestion.
Soluble fiber is found only in fruits, while insoluble fiber is found in
grains.
Both types of fiber dissolve in water and have the same health
benefits.
2. If a patient with chronic kidney disease weighs 70 kg, what is the appropriate
range of protein intake they should aim for daily?
70-84 grams of protein per day
28-35 grams of protein per day
42-56 grams of protein per day
56-70 grams of protein per day
3. What is the acronym used to remember the grains that should be avoided by
individuals with celiac disease?
GLUTEN
Celiac
BROW
GRAIN
,4. Which of the following is true of a diabetic diet?
As long as sugar is controlled, calories do not matter
Serving size is not important to the diet
Complex carbohydrates are a better choice for diabetes
Meals and snacks can be eaten when it is convenient
5. What are the two classifications of dietary fiber based on their solubility in
water?
Simple and complex carbohydrates
Soluble and insoluble fiber
Proteins and fats
Vitamins and minerals
6. Which food groups are excluded from the Paleo diet?
Meats, fish, and eggs
Whole grains and legumes
Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds
Grains, legumes, dairy, refined sugars, and processed foods
7. Describe the significance of choosing unsaturated fats over saturated fats in a
low-fat diet for coronary artery disease.
Unsaturated fats should be avoided entirely in a low-fat diet.
Saturated fats are essential for heart health.
Choosing unsaturated fats over saturated fats helps reduce
cholesterol levels and lowers the risk of heart disease.
, Unsaturated fats are more calorically dense than saturated fats.
8. If a patient with coronary artery disease is advised to increase their intake of
dietary fiber, which type of fiber should they focus on to help manage their
cholesterol levels?
Neither type is beneficial
Insoluble fiber
Both types equally
Soluble fiber
9. A patient following a vegan diet, excluding all animal products, is most at risk
of being deficient in which nutrient?
Vitamin C
Iron
Vitamin B12
Calcium
10. What is a characteristic of a mechanical soft diet?
Foods are pureed or mashed
It includes raw vegetables and fruits
It is the same as a clear liquid diet
It is high in fiber
11. Describe the rationale behind the restrictions of the Paleo diet.
The Paleo diet is based on modern agricultural practices.
The Paleo diet encourages the consumption of dairy for calcium.
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1. Describe the difference between soluble and insoluble fiber in terms of their
properties and effects on health.
Insoluble fiber dissolves in water and helps with cholesterol, while
soluble fiber does not affect digestion.
Soluble fiber dissolves in water and can help lower cholesterol,
while insoluble fiber does not dissolve and aids in digestion.
Soluble fiber is found only in fruits, while insoluble fiber is found in
grains.
Both types of fiber dissolve in water and have the same health
benefits.
2. If a patient with chronic kidney disease weighs 70 kg, what is the appropriate
range of protein intake they should aim for daily?
70-84 grams of protein per day
28-35 grams of protein per day
42-56 grams of protein per day
56-70 grams of protein per day
3. What is the acronym used to remember the grains that should be avoided by
individuals with celiac disease?
GLUTEN
Celiac
BROW
GRAIN
,4. Which of the following is true of a diabetic diet?
As long as sugar is controlled, calories do not matter
Serving size is not important to the diet
Complex carbohydrates are a better choice for diabetes
Meals and snacks can be eaten when it is convenient
5. What are the two classifications of dietary fiber based on their solubility in
water?
Simple and complex carbohydrates
Soluble and insoluble fiber
Proteins and fats
Vitamins and minerals
6. Which food groups are excluded from the Paleo diet?
Meats, fish, and eggs
Whole grains and legumes
Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds
Grains, legumes, dairy, refined sugars, and processed foods
7. Describe the significance of choosing unsaturated fats over saturated fats in a
low-fat diet for coronary artery disease.
Unsaturated fats should be avoided entirely in a low-fat diet.
Saturated fats are essential for heart health.
Choosing unsaturated fats over saturated fats helps reduce
cholesterol levels and lowers the risk of heart disease.
, Unsaturated fats are more calorically dense than saturated fats.
8. If a patient with coronary artery disease is advised to increase their intake of
dietary fiber, which type of fiber should they focus on to help manage their
cholesterol levels?
Neither type is beneficial
Insoluble fiber
Both types equally
Soluble fiber
9. A patient following a vegan diet, excluding all animal products, is most at risk
of being deficient in which nutrient?
Vitamin C
Iron
Vitamin B12
Calcium
10. What is a characteristic of a mechanical soft diet?
Foods are pureed or mashed
It includes raw vegetables and fruits
It is the same as a clear liquid diet
It is high in fiber
11. Describe the rationale behind the restrictions of the Paleo diet.
The Paleo diet is based on modern agricultural practices.
The Paleo diet encourages the consumption of dairy for calcium.
