HFA Unit Test – Indiana State 2025/2026 | 100+ Q&A | Nutrition, Digestion, Metabolism & Dietary Guidelines | Health Facility Admin

This document features 100+ accurately answered, exam-aligned questions for the HFA Unit Test, part of the Indiana Health Facility Administrator (HFA) exam preparation for the 2025/2026 cycle. Unlike the policy-focused licensure segments, this test emphasizes nutritional science, human biology, and dietary health, knowledge critical to facility-level wellness oversight and dietary program compliance. Major topics and competencies include: Macronutrients and micronutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, water, vitamins, minerals Biological processes: digestion, absorption, ingestion, elimination Digestive system structure and function: stomach, small intestine, bile, pancreatic juices, villi Energy expenditure and body metrics: BMR, TDEE, TEF, BMI formulas for males and females Nutrition terminology: amino acids, antioxidants, cholesterol, dietary fiber, nutrient deficiency Canada’s Food Guide and healthy eating guidelines Fats classification: saturated, unsaturated, polyunsaturated, monounsaturated Daily dietary recommendations and moderation principles Food sources and metabolic energy use across physical activity levels This guide is especially useful for: AITs and HFAs in Indiana preparing for nutrition and wellness compliance components Directors of dietary services, nursing home administrators, and long-term care providers Students in healthcare administration, nutrition, or public health programs Staff overseeing dietary planning, wellness education, or patient care protocols Presented in a clear Q&A format with direct definitions and examples, this unit supports both knowledge reinforcement and exam-readiness for professionals managing or interacting with food services and health education within healthcare facilities. Keywords: HFA exam, Indiana administrator, AIT, nutrition, digestion, BMR, BMI, dietary guidelines, amino acids, antioxidants, cholesterol, metabolism, basal metabolic rate, energy expenditure, small intestine, dietary fiber, essential nutrients, healthy eating, absorption, food groups, nutrient deficiency, Canada’s Food Guide, nutrition science, health facility prep