WGU D440 Nutrition OA Questions & Answers
2026 | High-
Yield Review |
Graded A+
1. Which vitamins and minerals are emphasized in a peritonitis diet?
Vitamin C and iron
B-vitamins and calcium
Folic acid and magnesium
Vitamin D and potassium
2. If a patient presents with tremors and increased deep tendon
reflexes, what dietary recommendation might you consider to
address a potential magnesium deficiency?
Increase magnesium-rich foods such as nuts and leafy
greens.
Increase carbohydrate intake to boost energy levels.
Reduce protein intake to lower stress on the kidneys.
Limit fat consumption to improve overall health.
3. A mechanical soft diet is one that is modified by:
Consistency
Flavor
Levels of one or more nutrients
Inclusion or exclusion of specific foods
Feeding intervals
4. What is the primary role of Potassium?
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, cardiac contractions
fluid and acid/base balance
regulates neuromuscular activity
all of the above
5. If a dietary plan is low in phosphorus, which health aspect might be
negatively impacted?
Muscle recovery
Vision
Bone health
Skin hydration
6. If an individual practices intermittent fasting, what potential
benefits might they experience related to cellular repair?
Decreased hydration levels
Higher caloric intake
Enhanced cellular repair processes
Increased muscle mass
7. If a patient with peritonitis is advised to increase their intake of
dark leafy greens, what benefits might they expect from this
dietary change?
Higher levels of saturated fats
Enhanced carbohydrate absorption
Increased intake of B-vitamins and calcium
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, Improved protein synthesis
8. What type of cholesterol is increased by trans fat consumption?
LDL cholesterol
HDL cholesterol
Total cholesterol
Triglycerides
9. If a patient is recovering from oral surgery and requires a
mechanical soft diet, which of the following meals would be most
appropriate?
Mashed potatoes with ground turkey and cottage
cheese
Spaghetti with a chunky meat sauce
Salad with raw vegetables and nuts
Steak with a side of broccoli
10. Describe the importance of including a variety of foods in a
balanced diet.
Including a variety of foods ensures that the body
receives all necessary nutrients for optimal health.
A variety of foods is not important as long as one food group is
consumed.
Variety in diet only affects taste, not nutrition.
Eating the same foods daily is sufficient for health.
11. Toxicity of potassium can cause:
Hair loss
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, None of the above are correct
Cardiac and CNS disturbances
Skin eruptions
12. What is the main function of potassium in the body?
Regulate muscle functions, especially cardiac muscle
Help enzyme activities
Maintain water content
All of the above
13. Describe the relationship between saturated fat intake and heart
disease risk.
Saturated fat intake has no impact on heart disease risk.
Saturated fat is beneficial for heart health.
High intake of saturated fat is associated with
increased risk of heart disease due to elevated LDL
cholesterol levels.
High intake of saturated fat decreases heart disease risk by
lowering cholesterol levels.
14. What are the key dietary modifications suggested for individuals
with heart failure?
Increased protein, increased carbohydrates, and increased
sodium.
Fluid restriction, increased sodium, and increased
carbohydrates.
Fluid restriction, decreased sodium, decreased fat, and
decreased carbohydrates.
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2026 | High-
Yield Review |
Graded A+
1. Which vitamins and minerals are emphasized in a peritonitis diet?
Vitamin C and iron
B-vitamins and calcium
Folic acid and magnesium
Vitamin D and potassium
2. If a patient presents with tremors and increased deep tendon
reflexes, what dietary recommendation might you consider to
address a potential magnesium deficiency?
Increase magnesium-rich foods such as nuts and leafy
greens.
Increase carbohydrate intake to boost energy levels.
Reduce protein intake to lower stress on the kidneys.
Limit fat consumption to improve overall health.
3. A mechanical soft diet is one that is modified by:
Consistency
Flavor
Levels of one or more nutrients
Inclusion or exclusion of specific foods
Feeding intervals
4. What is the primary role of Potassium?
,,,
, cardiac contractions
fluid and acid/base balance
regulates neuromuscular activity
all of the above
5. If a dietary plan is low in phosphorus, which health aspect might be
negatively impacted?
Muscle recovery
Vision
Bone health
Skin hydration
6. If an individual practices intermittent fasting, what potential
benefits might they experience related to cellular repair?
Decreased hydration levels
Higher caloric intake
Enhanced cellular repair processes
Increased muscle mass
7. If a patient with peritonitis is advised to increase their intake of
dark leafy greens, what benefits might they expect from this
dietary change?
Higher levels of saturated fats
Enhanced carbohydrate absorption
Increased intake of B-vitamins and calcium
,,,
, Improved protein synthesis
8. What type of cholesterol is increased by trans fat consumption?
LDL cholesterol
HDL cholesterol
Total cholesterol
Triglycerides
9. If a patient is recovering from oral surgery and requires a
mechanical soft diet, which of the following meals would be most
appropriate?
Mashed potatoes with ground turkey and cottage
cheese
Spaghetti with a chunky meat sauce
Salad with raw vegetables and nuts
Steak with a side of broccoli
10. Describe the importance of including a variety of foods in a
balanced diet.
Including a variety of foods ensures that the body
receives all necessary nutrients for optimal health.
A variety of foods is not important as long as one food group is
consumed.
Variety in diet only affects taste, not nutrition.
Eating the same foods daily is sufficient for health.
11. Toxicity of potassium can cause:
Hair loss
,,,
, None of the above are correct
Cardiac and CNS disturbances
Skin eruptions
12. What is the main function of potassium in the body?
Regulate muscle functions, especially cardiac muscle
Help enzyme activities
Maintain water content
All of the above
13. Describe the relationship between saturated fat intake and heart
disease risk.
Saturated fat intake has no impact on heart disease risk.
Saturated fat is beneficial for heart health.
High intake of saturated fat is associated with
increased risk of heart disease due to elevated LDL
cholesterol levels.
High intake of saturated fat decreases heart disease risk by
lowering cholesterol levels.
14. What are the key dietary modifications suggested for individuals
with heart failure?
Increased protein, increased carbohydrates, and increased
sodium.
Fluid restriction, increased sodium, and increased
carbohydrates.
Fluid restriction, decreased sodium, decreased fat, and
decreased carbohydrates.
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