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HESI nutrition (NEW UPDATED VERSION) LATEST ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS) GUARANTEED
PASS A+ [2025-2026]
HESI Nutrition Practice Exam — 50
Questions
1. Which nutrient provides the most energy per gram?
A. Carbohydrate
B. Protein
C. Fat
D. Vitamin
Answer: C
Rationale: Fat provides 9 kcal/g, more than carbohydrates or protein (4 kcal/g each).
2. The primary function of protein is to:
A. Provide energy only
B. Build and repair tissue
C. Store vitamins
D. Aid in digestion
Answer: B
3. Which vitamin is fat-soluble?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin B12
C. Vitamin D
D. Biotin
Answer: C
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4. A patient with iron-deficiency anemia should increase intake of:
A. Milk and cheese
B. Red meat and leafy greens
C. Citrus fruits only
D. Whole grains only
Answer: B
5. Which lab is most indicative of long-term protein status?
A. Albumin
B. Glucose
C. Creatinine
D. Sodium
Answer: A
6. Which nutrient is most important for wound healing?
A. Vitamin A
B. Protein
C. Vitamin D
D. Fiber
Answer: B
7. A patient on a low-sodium diet should avoid:
A. Fresh fruits
B. Processed foods
C. Vegetables
D. Whole grains
Answer: B
8. Which nutrient deficiency can cause scurvy?
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A. Vitamin A
B. Vitamin C
C. Vitamin D
D. Iron
Answer: B
9. Lactose-intolerant patients should:
A. Avoid all dairy
B. Take lactase enzyme or choose lactose-free options
C. Drink whole milk only
D. Increase yogurt intake without limits
Answer: B
10. Which food is high in potassium?
A. Bananas
B. White bread
C. Cheese
D. Rice
Answer: A
11. Recommended daily fiber intake for adults:
A. 5–10 g
B. 25–30 g
C. 50–60 g
D. 10–15 g
Answer: B
12. Which nutrient is required for calcium absorption?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin D
C. Iron
D. Zinc
Answer: B
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13. Best dietary source of omega-3 fatty acids:
A. Chicken
B. Salmon
C. Cheese
D. Rice
Answer: B
14. A patient with high cholesterol should:
A. Increase saturated fats
B. Increase soluble fiber intake
C. Eat more fried foods
D. Avoid vegetables
Answer: B
15. Which nutrient deficiency is associated with pernicious anemia?
A. Vitamin B12
B. Iron
C. Vitamin C
D. Folate
Answer: A
16. A patient with chronic kidney disease should limit:
A. Protein
B. Potassium and phosphorus
C. Carbohydrates only
D. Fat only
Answer: B
17. Which nutrient helps regulate fluid balance?
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HESI nutrition (NEW UPDATED VERSION) LATEST ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS) GUARANTEED
PASS A+ [2025-2026]
HESI Nutrition Practice Exam — 50
Questions
1. Which nutrient provides the most energy per gram?
A. Carbohydrate
B. Protein
C. Fat
D. Vitamin
Answer: C
Rationale: Fat provides 9 kcal/g, more than carbohydrates or protein (4 kcal/g each).
2. The primary function of protein is to:
A. Provide energy only
B. Build and repair tissue
C. Store vitamins
D. Aid in digestion
Answer: B
3. Which vitamin is fat-soluble?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin B12
C. Vitamin D
D. Biotin
Answer: C
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4. A patient with iron-deficiency anemia should increase intake of:
A. Milk and cheese
B. Red meat and leafy greens
C. Citrus fruits only
D. Whole grains only
Answer: B
5. Which lab is most indicative of long-term protein status?
A. Albumin
B. Glucose
C. Creatinine
D. Sodium
Answer: A
6. Which nutrient is most important for wound healing?
A. Vitamin A
B. Protein
C. Vitamin D
D. Fiber
Answer: B
7. A patient on a low-sodium diet should avoid:
A. Fresh fruits
B. Processed foods
C. Vegetables
D. Whole grains
Answer: B
8. Which nutrient deficiency can cause scurvy?
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A. Vitamin A
B. Vitamin C
C. Vitamin D
D. Iron
Answer: B
9. Lactose-intolerant patients should:
A. Avoid all dairy
B. Take lactase enzyme or choose lactose-free options
C. Drink whole milk only
D. Increase yogurt intake without limits
Answer: B
10. Which food is high in potassium?
A. Bananas
B. White bread
C. Cheese
D. Rice
Answer: A
11. Recommended daily fiber intake for adults:
A. 5–10 g
B. 25–30 g
C. 50–60 g
D. 10–15 g
Answer: B
12. Which nutrient is required for calcium absorption?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin D
C. Iron
D. Zinc
Answer: B
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13. Best dietary source of omega-3 fatty acids:
A. Chicken
B. Salmon
C. Cheese
D. Rice
Answer: B
14. A patient with high cholesterol should:
A. Increase saturated fats
B. Increase soluble fiber intake
C. Eat more fried foods
D. Avoid vegetables
Answer: B
15. Which nutrient deficiency is associated with pernicious anemia?
A. Vitamin B12
B. Iron
C. Vitamin C
D. Folate
Answer: A
16. A patient with chronic kidney disease should limit:
A. Protein
B. Potassium and phosphorus
C. Carbohydrates only
D. Fat only
Answer: B
17. Which nutrient helps regulate fluid balance?
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