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CNA CHAPTER : Nutrition & Special Diets – Verified Q&A (Graded A+)

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Master nutritional care with this verified study guide for CNA Chapter 8 (), covering essential dietary knowledge and feeding assistance techniques. Key topics include: Safe feeding practices (preventing aspiration, hand-over-hand assistance) Special diets (pureed, low-sodium, diabetic, vegetarian, thickened liquids) Hydration & dehydration prevention Cultural/religious food preferences Signs of dysphagia & unintended weight loss Each answer includes detailed explanations to ensure accuracy for exams and real-world resident care.

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CNA CHAPTER 8 2024-2025 QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+
To help prevent aspiration, residents should be in the ________ position when eating



A.) Upright

B.) Lying down

C.) Prone

D.) Lateral - ANS>> A.) Upright



A nursing assistant's duties regarding tube feedings include



A.) Inserting tubes

B.) Doing the feedings

C.) Observing the feeding and reporting problems

D.) Cleaning the tubes - ANS>> C.) Observing the feeding and reporting problems



Which is the most essential nutrient for life?



A.) Vegetables

B.) Water

C.) Grains

D.) Protein - ANS>> B.) Water



Which of the following is a good source of protein?



A.) Corn oil

B.) An orange

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, C.) Fish

D.) Grape jelly - ANS>> C.) Fish



Which of the following is an example of a plant-based protein?



A.) Salmon

B.) Tofu

C.) Steak

D.) Bacon - ANS>> B.) Tofu



According to the USDA's MyPlate icon, which food groups should make up at least half of a person's
plate?



A.) Grains and proteins

B.) Vegetables and fruits

C.) Dairy and proteins

D.) Grains and fruits - ANS>> B.) Vegetables and fruits



According to MyPlate, what percentage of milk fat should a person's dairy choices contain?



A.) 0% or 1%

B.) 2%

C.) 3%

D.) 4% - ANS>> A.) 0% to 1%



Which of the following is true about food preferences?



A.) Residents are old enough that their preferences will not change

B.) It is not important to honor residents' food preferences


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