WGU D440 HESI Nutrition (Victoria, Kareem & Stephanie Study
Guides) Questions and Answers 2026/2027 | A+ Grade |
Comprehensive Study Guide
Know blood tests test nutritional status: ... - (ANSWER)BMI and albumin
PT who has issues swallowing (dysphagia) will always be the most at risk for ... - (ANSWER)nutrition
deficiency.
Which patient would need more water? - (ANSWER)(A. Breastfeeding)
know what diet for a pt who lost their dentures would be on - (ANSWER)mechanical soft
Athletic patient complains with leg cramps due to low calcium, offer... - (ANSWER)broccoli, cheese.
Know nutrient dense foods. - (ANSWER)???
Folic acid Is found in .... - (ANSWER)yogurt.
1 oz = ? mL - (ANSWER)30 ml
1 cup = ? oz - (ANSWER)8 oz
BMI Ranges: - (ANSWER)18.5-24.9 = normal
25-29.9 = overweight
30 and over = obese
(these values were on test)
Fat = ? per gram
Carbs = ? per gram
,WGU D440 HESI Nutrition (Victoria, Kareem & Stephanie Study
Guides) Questions and Answers 2026/2027 | A+ Grade |
Comprehensive Study Guide
Protein = ? per gram - (ANSWER)9
4
4
Glomerulonephritis diet: caused by untreated strep (a kidney disease) - (ANSWER)Fluid restriction
Sodium restriction (salty meats & processed foods)
Decrease Protein
Increase carbs (Carbs provide energy and stop the breakdown of proteins)
Renal Disease diet - (ANSWER)fluid restriction, Low sodium, Low protein, low potassium, high calcium
Urinary Tract infections (UTI) diet: - (ANSWER)Cranberries, blueberries, raspberries, and other berries,
probiotics (yogurt)
Avoid foods and drinks that cause bladder irritation, such as coffee, tea, soft drinks, and chocolate, avoid
smoking.
Diabetic needs to drink sugar-free cranberry juices
Heart Failure diet - (ANSWER)Fluid restriction (spread out fluids during the day & suck on hard candy to
decrease thirst)
Decrease sodium, fat, & cholesterol
Heart Health Diet: - (ANSWER)Decrease in saturated fats
Increase in Fiber
DASH Diet: aims to lower BP and LDL - (ANSWER)Low sodium, low fat, high calcium, high potassium, high
fiber
4-6 servings of fruits and veggies*
, WGU D440 HESI Nutrition (Victoria, Kareem & Stephanie Study
Guides) Questions and Answers 2026/2027 | A+ Grade |
Comprehensive Study Guide
Celiac Disease diet: - (ANSWER)Gluten free diet
No "BROW"
Barley Rye Oats Wheats
Ice cream, malted milk, prepared puddings, grains anything including made from wheat, rye, oats, or
barley, such as breads, rolls, cookies, cakes, crackers, cereal, spaghetti, macaroni noodles, beer, and ale,
oatmeal
Stomatitis diet: Inflammation of the oral mucous lining of the mouth - (ANSWER)Soft and easy to eat
foods, eat food at room temp., high protein & calorie, avoid alcohol and spicy foods
Peritonitis diet: inflammation of the lining of stomach - (ANSWER)Eat foods high in B-vitamins and
calcium, such as almonds, beans, whole grains (if no allergy), dark leafy greens (spinach and kale), and
sea vegetables. Avoid refined foods, such as white breads, pastas, and especially sugar. Use healthy oils
in foods, such as olive oil or vegetable oil
Cholecystitis diet: - (ANSWER)low fat, high fiber and protein and carbs
avoid gassy foods like broccoli.
Diverticulitis: - (ANSWER)High fiber, no nuts/seeds
Hemorrhoids diet: - (ANSWER)Increase fiber and increase fluid intake.
Diabetes diet: - (ANSWER)Low carbs, low sugar, count carbs
What isn't a Refined sugar/carbs: avocado
Hyperthyroidism diet - (ANSWER)High protein, High calorie, LOW FIBER
Guides) Questions and Answers 2026/2027 | A+ Grade |
Comprehensive Study Guide
Know blood tests test nutritional status: ... - (ANSWER)BMI and albumin
PT who has issues swallowing (dysphagia) will always be the most at risk for ... - (ANSWER)nutrition
deficiency.
Which patient would need more water? - (ANSWER)(A. Breastfeeding)
know what diet for a pt who lost their dentures would be on - (ANSWER)mechanical soft
Athletic patient complains with leg cramps due to low calcium, offer... - (ANSWER)broccoli, cheese.
Know nutrient dense foods. - (ANSWER)???
Folic acid Is found in .... - (ANSWER)yogurt.
1 oz = ? mL - (ANSWER)30 ml
1 cup = ? oz - (ANSWER)8 oz
BMI Ranges: - (ANSWER)18.5-24.9 = normal
25-29.9 = overweight
30 and over = obese
(these values were on test)
Fat = ? per gram
Carbs = ? per gram
,WGU D440 HESI Nutrition (Victoria, Kareem & Stephanie Study
Guides) Questions and Answers 2026/2027 | A+ Grade |
Comprehensive Study Guide
Protein = ? per gram - (ANSWER)9
4
4
Glomerulonephritis diet: caused by untreated strep (a kidney disease) - (ANSWER)Fluid restriction
Sodium restriction (salty meats & processed foods)
Decrease Protein
Increase carbs (Carbs provide energy and stop the breakdown of proteins)
Renal Disease diet - (ANSWER)fluid restriction, Low sodium, Low protein, low potassium, high calcium
Urinary Tract infections (UTI) diet: - (ANSWER)Cranberries, blueberries, raspberries, and other berries,
probiotics (yogurt)
Avoid foods and drinks that cause bladder irritation, such as coffee, tea, soft drinks, and chocolate, avoid
smoking.
Diabetic needs to drink sugar-free cranberry juices
Heart Failure diet - (ANSWER)Fluid restriction (spread out fluids during the day & suck on hard candy to
decrease thirst)
Decrease sodium, fat, & cholesterol
Heart Health Diet: - (ANSWER)Decrease in saturated fats
Increase in Fiber
DASH Diet: aims to lower BP and LDL - (ANSWER)Low sodium, low fat, high calcium, high potassium, high
fiber
4-6 servings of fruits and veggies*
, WGU D440 HESI Nutrition (Victoria, Kareem & Stephanie Study
Guides) Questions and Answers 2026/2027 | A+ Grade |
Comprehensive Study Guide
Celiac Disease diet: - (ANSWER)Gluten free diet
No "BROW"
Barley Rye Oats Wheats
Ice cream, malted milk, prepared puddings, grains anything including made from wheat, rye, oats, or
barley, such as breads, rolls, cookies, cakes, crackers, cereal, spaghetti, macaroni noodles, beer, and ale,
oatmeal
Stomatitis diet: Inflammation of the oral mucous lining of the mouth - (ANSWER)Soft and easy to eat
foods, eat food at room temp., high protein & calorie, avoid alcohol and spicy foods
Peritonitis diet: inflammation of the lining of stomach - (ANSWER)Eat foods high in B-vitamins and
calcium, such as almonds, beans, whole grains (if no allergy), dark leafy greens (spinach and kale), and
sea vegetables. Avoid refined foods, such as white breads, pastas, and especially sugar. Use healthy oils
in foods, such as olive oil or vegetable oil
Cholecystitis diet: - (ANSWER)low fat, high fiber and protein and carbs
avoid gassy foods like broccoli.
Diverticulitis: - (ANSWER)High fiber, no nuts/seeds
Hemorrhoids diet: - (ANSWER)Increase fiber and increase fluid intake.
Diabetes diet: - (ANSWER)Low carbs, low sugar, count carbs
What isn't a Refined sugar/carbs: avocado
Hyperthyroidism diet - (ANSWER)High protein, High calorie, LOW FIBER
