NR228 EDAPT DIETARY CARBOHYDRATES
PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED
EXPLANATIONS 2026
◉ Carb Cultural Influences
Answer: Middle Eastern: Hummus
African Americans: black eyes peas and rice
Mexican: kidney beans
Caribbean: Rice and Beans
◉ Understanding of fiber and carb diet
Answer: Eating whole grains
Sweet potatoes
Eating frozen fruit when can't eat whole fruit
Choosing whole fruit
◉ The nurse observes tooth decay on the lower central incisor of the
toddler's mouth whose parent denies giving the child candy. The
nurse should inquire about which item that promotes tooth decay in
young children?
Answer: milk
it contains lactose which is sugar
, xylitol actually prevents cavity formation and is a sugar alcohol
◉ Which food doesn't have a low glycemic index?
Answer: the rice
White rice has the highest glycemic index and would indicate the
diabetic client required additional dietary education. Leafy greens,
apples, and walnuts contain fiber which lowers their glycemic index.
◉ Mrs. Smith is concerned about an upcoming block party which
will feature foods prepared by and shared with her neighbors.
Which ideas for adhering to her dietary plan demonstrate her
understanding of carbohydrates? Select all that apply.
Answer: "My daughter has agreed to nudge me if I put something on
my plate that will increase my blood sugar."
"I will start with a salad so I feel fuller and will not overeat things
that would increase my blood sugar."
"I will eat a bit less through the day without skipping meals."
"I will select fresh fruits for dessert, rather than the neighbor's
yummy chocolate cake."
◉ The client ate one and a half (1.5) servings of cereal. What
percentage of the recommended daily intake of dietary fiber has the
client consumed? Enter only a numeric value rounded to the nearest
one decimal.
PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH DETAILED
EXPLANATIONS 2026
◉ Carb Cultural Influences
Answer: Middle Eastern: Hummus
African Americans: black eyes peas and rice
Mexican: kidney beans
Caribbean: Rice and Beans
◉ Understanding of fiber and carb diet
Answer: Eating whole grains
Sweet potatoes
Eating frozen fruit when can't eat whole fruit
Choosing whole fruit
◉ The nurse observes tooth decay on the lower central incisor of the
toddler's mouth whose parent denies giving the child candy. The
nurse should inquire about which item that promotes tooth decay in
young children?
Answer: milk
it contains lactose which is sugar
, xylitol actually prevents cavity formation and is a sugar alcohol
◉ Which food doesn't have a low glycemic index?
Answer: the rice
White rice has the highest glycemic index and would indicate the
diabetic client required additional dietary education. Leafy greens,
apples, and walnuts contain fiber which lowers their glycemic index.
◉ Mrs. Smith is concerned about an upcoming block party which
will feature foods prepared by and shared with her neighbors.
Which ideas for adhering to her dietary plan demonstrate her
understanding of carbohydrates? Select all that apply.
Answer: "My daughter has agreed to nudge me if I put something on
my plate that will increase my blood sugar."
"I will start with a salad so I feel fuller and will not overeat things
that would increase my blood sugar."
"I will eat a bit less through the day without skipping meals."
"I will select fresh fruits for dessert, rather than the neighbor's
yummy chocolate cake."
◉ The client ate one and a half (1.5) servings of cereal. What
percentage of the recommended daily intake of dietary fiber has the
client consumed? Enter only a numeric value rounded to the nearest
one decimal.
