WGU D440 NUTRITION QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026-2027 |… EXAM
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WGU D440 Nutrition
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Latest
Updated & Verified
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
288 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 288 verified questions with correct answers provided, covering
various aspects of nutrition. It offers an efficient resource for students to reinforce their
understanding of key concepts in the field. Ideal for study, review, and preparation for
certification exams, this comprehensive guide ensures learners can confidently master
essential nutritional knowledge.
CONTENTS
• Weight Classification • Nutritional Assessment
• Infant Nutrition • Pregnancy Nutrition
• Breastfeeding Nutrition • Parenteral Nutrition
• Enteral Nutrition • Dietary Modifications
Page 1
,• Chronic Conditions • Diabetes Management
• Kidney Disease • Anemia and Deficiencies
• Dietary Preferences • Fluid and Electrolytes
• Vitamins and Minerals • Food Safety
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 288
Underweight
CORRECT ANSWER
BMI under 18.5
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 288
Normal weight
CORRECT ANSWER
18.5-24.9
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 288
Overweight
CORRECT ANSWER
25-29.9
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 288
Obese
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, CORRECT ANSWER
BMI over 30
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 288
Extremely Obese
CORRECT ANSWER
BMI > 35
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 288
Calculate BMI
CORRECT ANSWER
weight (kg) / height (m^2)
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 288
weight management strategies and actions
CORRECT ANSWER
Management of the eating behavior (food diary, where why, how, and how much)
Promoting physical activity to increase energy output
Pursuit of emotional (stress), social, and psychologic health
Define problem behavior
Record and Analyze Baseline Behavior
Plan a Behavior Management Strategy
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 288
Which foods should be avoided until children are older because they are a choking hazard?
Page 3
, CORRECT ANSWER
hot dogs, nuts, grapes, carrots, popcorn, cherries, peanut butter, and round candy
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 288
What does the American cancer society suggest about your weight in order to prevent
cancer?
CORRECT ANSWER
Be as lean as possible within normal range of body weight throughout life. Balance caloric
intake with physical activity. Avoid excessive weight gain at all ages.
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 288
Heart failure diet
CORRECT ANSWER
Fluid restriction and sodium restriction
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 288
cirrhosis diet
CORRECT ANSWER
Small, frequent meals, low-fat diet (for patients with steatorrhea[increase in fat secretion in
stool]), Vitamin and mineral supplementation to prevent further complications (Vitamins A, D,
E, Calcium, Zinc, Magnesium, Selenium, Thiamin, Folate)
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 288
Insoluble fiber
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
WGU D440 Nutrition
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Latest
Updated & Verified
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
288 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 288 verified questions with correct answers provided, covering
various aspects of nutrition. It offers an efficient resource for students to reinforce their
understanding of key concepts in the field. Ideal for study, review, and preparation for
certification exams, this comprehensive guide ensures learners can confidently master
essential nutritional knowledge.
CONTENTS
• Weight Classification • Nutritional Assessment
• Infant Nutrition • Pregnancy Nutrition
• Breastfeeding Nutrition • Parenteral Nutrition
• Enteral Nutrition • Dietary Modifications
Page 1
,• Chronic Conditions • Diabetes Management
• Kidney Disease • Anemia and Deficiencies
• Dietary Preferences • Fluid and Electrolytes
• Vitamins and Minerals • Food Safety
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 288
Underweight
CORRECT ANSWER
BMI under 18.5
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 288
Normal weight
CORRECT ANSWER
18.5-24.9
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 288
Overweight
CORRECT ANSWER
25-29.9
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 288
Obese
Page 2
, CORRECT ANSWER
BMI over 30
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 288
Extremely Obese
CORRECT ANSWER
BMI > 35
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 288
Calculate BMI
CORRECT ANSWER
weight (kg) / height (m^2)
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 288
weight management strategies and actions
CORRECT ANSWER
Management of the eating behavior (food diary, where why, how, and how much)
Promoting physical activity to increase energy output
Pursuit of emotional (stress), social, and psychologic health
Define problem behavior
Record and Analyze Baseline Behavior
Plan a Behavior Management Strategy
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 288
Which foods should be avoided until children are older because they are a choking hazard?
Page 3
, CORRECT ANSWER
hot dogs, nuts, grapes, carrots, popcorn, cherries, peanut butter, and round candy
Q9 QUESTION 9 OF 288
What does the American cancer society suggest about your weight in order to prevent
cancer?
CORRECT ANSWER
Be as lean as possible within normal range of body weight throughout life. Balance caloric
intake with physical activity. Avoid excessive weight gain at all ages.
Q10 QUESTION 10 OF 288
Heart failure diet
CORRECT ANSWER
Fluid restriction and sodium restriction
Q11 QUESTION 11 OF 288
cirrhosis diet
CORRECT ANSWER
Small, frequent meals, low-fat diet (for patients with steatorrhea[increase in fat secretion in
stool]), Vitamin and mineral supplementation to prevent further complications (Vitamins A, D,
E, Calcium, Zinc, Magnesium, Selenium, Thiamin, Folate)
Q12 QUESTION 12 OF 288
Insoluble fiber
Page 4
