WGU Nutrition D440 Competed Study Guide |280
questions with verified answers
___________ feedings preserve gut function and are less invasive and less
expensive than parenteral nutrition. Maintaining some level of gut function helps
to prevent atrophy of the GI tract. Ans✓✓✓-Enteral tube
AHA dietary Ans✓✓✓-a variety of foods, fresh fruits, and veggies, fiber-rich
whole grains, nuts, legumes, and fat-free or low-fat dietary products. choose lean
meats, eat a variety of fish, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats instead of
topical oils or other saturated fats. Limit saturated fats to 5-6% of total cal per
day. Avoid trans fats, limit sodium intake to 1500 mg, limit red meat, processed
meat, and refined carbs, and consume less nutrient-poor foods. limit alcohol, and
follow portion sizes. No smoking.
AKI (acute kidney injury) diet sodium and potassium Ans✓✓✓-depend on phase
AKI diet energy requirements Ans✓✓✓-25-35 kcal/kg
AKI diet protein Ans✓✓✓-0.8-1.2. may need up to 1.2-1.5 -
B12 toxicity Ans✓✓✓-none noted
B3 (niacin) sources Ans✓✓✓-Bread, cereal, rice, pasta, cereals, meat, poultry,
fish, dry beans, eggs, nuts, beef liver, fish, peanuts, yellowfin tuna
B3 toxicity causes Ans✓✓✓-excessive consumption from nonprescription vitamin
supplements and niacin-containing prescription medications.
,B3 Toxicity symptoms Ans✓✓✓-reddened flush on the skin of the face, arms, and
chest that is accompanied by burning, tingling, and itching.
B6 deficiency Ans✓✓✓-seizures, anemia, dermatitis, glossitis, peripheral
neuropathy
B6 toxicity Ans✓✓✓-nerve damage
Calcium sources Ans✓✓✓-Spinach, collard greens, white beans, kale, okra,
calcium-fortified orange juice, almond milk, calcium-fortified cereals, cream of
wheat cereal, whole grain cereal, raisin bran, collards, rhubarb, salmon, sardines,
soybeans, tofu, cheese, milk, soy milk, yogurt, tofu yogurt
Calculate BMI Ans✓✓✓-weight (kg) / height (m^2)
Cardiac Ans✓✓✓-Used to control the dietary intake of certain foods that
contribute to conditions that affect the cardiovascular system. They typically
consist of low cholesterol and low
sodium dietary items. Cardiac diets minimize the intake of animal products, which
contain cholesterol, and soups and processed foods such as pickles and lunch
meats, which are high in sodium.
Causes of B12 deficiency? Ans✓✓✓-inadequate vegan diet, damage or
inflammation of the GI tract, prolonged use of antacids, gastric bypass.
,Causes of dysphagia Ans✓✓✓-is a fairly common problem arising from many
causes, including stroke, aging, developmental disabilities, and nervous system
diseases.
Cholecystitis diet. Ans✓✓✓-small frequent meals, decrease fat (usually causes
flare-up). Once gallbladder is removed, it may need to limit fats.
Cirrhosis carbs Ans✓✓✓-about 50%
cirrhosis diet Ans✓✓✓-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)
Cirrhosis fats Ans✓✓✓-30%.
Cirrhosis Protein Ans✓✓✓-0.8-1.2 (based on sensitivity)
CKD diet Ans✓✓✓-Controlled amounts of protein, sodium, phosphorus, calcium,
potassium, and fluids may be prescribed. May also need modification in fiber,
cholesterol, and fat based on individual requirements
CKD diet energy Ans✓✓✓-carb and fat must provide sufficiently non-protein
calories -
CKD diet fluid intake Ans✓✓✓-based on medical factors
, CKD diet potassium Ans✓✓✓-assessed with lab values restricted to <2.4
CKD diet protein Ans✓✓✓-0.6-0.8 g/kg/day without diabetes, not on dialysis, and
who have a GFR of<30. 0.8-0.9 kg/day when diabetic nephropathy exists
CKD diet sodium Ans✓✓✓-2 grams per day unless complications arise
CKD restriction of calcium Ans✓✓✓-no more than 2g/day
CKD restriction of phos Ans✓✓✓-800-1000 mg/day
CKD vitamins and minerals Ans✓✓✓-avoid supplements of fat soluble. could
supplement B and C and adjust for Vit D and Iron.
Clear liquid Ans✓✓✓-Clear juices that do not contain pulp. Examples: apple or
cranberry juice, gelatin, popsicles, and clear broths. Prescribed for patients with
gastrointestinal (GI) problems, before (preoperatively) and after surgery.
(postoperatively), and before some diagnostic tests.
Clear liquid diet: Ans✓✓✓-Limited nutrients; only used for a short period of time.
Clear juices that do not contain pulp. Examples: apple or cranberry juice, gelatin,
popsicles, and clear broths. Prescribed for patients with gastrointestinal (GI)
problems, before (preoperatively) and after surgery. (postoperatively), and before
some diagnostic tests.
complex carbs: Ans✓✓✓-polysaccharides (starch) that sustain energy needs and
supply necessary fiber, vitamins, and minerals and include grains and grain
questions with verified answers
___________ feedings preserve gut function and are less invasive and less
expensive than parenteral nutrition. Maintaining some level of gut function helps
to prevent atrophy of the GI tract. Ans✓✓✓-Enteral tube
AHA dietary Ans✓✓✓-a variety of foods, fresh fruits, and veggies, fiber-rich
whole grains, nuts, legumes, and fat-free or low-fat dietary products. choose lean
meats, eat a variety of fish, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats instead of
topical oils or other saturated fats. Limit saturated fats to 5-6% of total cal per
day. Avoid trans fats, limit sodium intake to 1500 mg, limit red meat, processed
meat, and refined carbs, and consume less nutrient-poor foods. limit alcohol, and
follow portion sizes. No smoking.
AKI (acute kidney injury) diet sodium and potassium Ans✓✓✓-depend on phase
AKI diet energy requirements Ans✓✓✓-25-35 kcal/kg
AKI diet protein Ans✓✓✓-0.8-1.2. may need up to 1.2-1.5 -
B12 toxicity Ans✓✓✓-none noted
B3 (niacin) sources Ans✓✓✓-Bread, cereal, rice, pasta, cereals, meat, poultry,
fish, dry beans, eggs, nuts, beef liver, fish, peanuts, yellowfin tuna
B3 toxicity causes Ans✓✓✓-excessive consumption from nonprescription vitamin
supplements and niacin-containing prescription medications.
,B3 Toxicity symptoms Ans✓✓✓-reddened flush on the skin of the face, arms, and
chest that is accompanied by burning, tingling, and itching.
B6 deficiency Ans✓✓✓-seizures, anemia, dermatitis, glossitis, peripheral
neuropathy
B6 toxicity Ans✓✓✓-nerve damage
Calcium sources Ans✓✓✓-Spinach, collard greens, white beans, kale, okra,
calcium-fortified orange juice, almond milk, calcium-fortified cereals, cream of
wheat cereal, whole grain cereal, raisin bran, collards, rhubarb, salmon, sardines,
soybeans, tofu, cheese, milk, soy milk, yogurt, tofu yogurt
Calculate BMI Ans✓✓✓-weight (kg) / height (m^2)
Cardiac Ans✓✓✓-Used to control the dietary intake of certain foods that
contribute to conditions that affect the cardiovascular system. They typically
consist of low cholesterol and low
sodium dietary items. Cardiac diets minimize the intake of animal products, which
contain cholesterol, and soups and processed foods such as pickles and lunch
meats, which are high in sodium.
Causes of B12 deficiency? Ans✓✓✓-inadequate vegan diet, damage or
inflammation of the GI tract, prolonged use of antacids, gastric bypass.
,Causes of dysphagia Ans✓✓✓-is a fairly common problem arising from many
causes, including stroke, aging, developmental disabilities, and nervous system
diseases.
Cholecystitis diet. Ans✓✓✓-small frequent meals, decrease fat (usually causes
flare-up). Once gallbladder is removed, it may need to limit fats.
Cirrhosis carbs Ans✓✓✓-about 50%
cirrhosis diet Ans✓✓✓-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)
Cirrhosis fats Ans✓✓✓-30%.
Cirrhosis Protein Ans✓✓✓-0.8-1.2 (based on sensitivity)
CKD diet Ans✓✓✓-Controlled amounts of protein, sodium, phosphorus, calcium,
potassium, and fluids may be prescribed. May also need modification in fiber,
cholesterol, and fat based on individual requirements
CKD diet energy Ans✓✓✓-carb and fat must provide sufficiently non-protein
calories -
CKD diet fluid intake Ans✓✓✓-based on medical factors
, CKD diet potassium Ans✓✓✓-assessed with lab values restricted to <2.4
CKD diet protein Ans✓✓✓-0.6-0.8 g/kg/day without diabetes, not on dialysis, and
who have a GFR of<30. 0.8-0.9 kg/day when diabetic nephropathy exists
CKD diet sodium Ans✓✓✓-2 grams per day unless complications arise
CKD restriction of calcium Ans✓✓✓-no more than 2g/day
CKD restriction of phos Ans✓✓✓-800-1000 mg/day
CKD vitamins and minerals Ans✓✓✓-avoid supplements of fat soluble. could
supplement B and C and adjust for Vit D and Iron.
Clear liquid Ans✓✓✓-Clear juices that do not contain pulp. Examples: apple or
cranberry juice, gelatin, popsicles, and clear broths. Prescribed for patients with
gastrointestinal (GI) problems, before (preoperatively) and after surgery.
(postoperatively), and before some diagnostic tests.
Clear liquid diet: Ans✓✓✓-Limited nutrients; only used for a short period of time.
Clear juices that do not contain pulp. Examples: apple or cranberry juice, gelatin,
popsicles, and clear broths. Prescribed for patients with gastrointestinal (GI)
problems, before (preoperatively) and after surgery. (postoperatively), and before
some diagnostic tests.
complex carbs: Ans✓✓✓-polysaccharides (starch) that sustain energy needs and
supply necessary fiber, vitamins, and minerals and include grains and grain
