Nutrition Exam – 25 Questions (Correct Answers Highlighted)

1. Which meal selection by a lacto-ovo-vegetarian shows understanding of complete proteins?

• A. Sun dried tomatoes with wheat pasta
• B. Lentil soup with wild rice
• C. Baked acorn squash with rolls
• D. Whole wheat peanut butter sandwich, banana, and milk

2. Which foods should be encouraged for iron-deficiency anemia? (Select all that apply)

• A. Cucumber
• B. Oranges
• C. Raisins
• D. Beans
• E. Spinach

3. Best recommendation to reduce leg cramps in marathon training?

• A. High-carb meal after running
• B. Sports drink before and during training
• C. Avoid alcohol 48 hours before
• D. Drink 1 L water during and after

4. Best pre-game nutrition advice for high school athletes?

• A. Light high-carb meal 3 hours before
• B. Fatty sweet snacks 1 hour before
• C. High-protein meal 30 minutes before
• D. Sodium foods immediately before

5. Foods to encourage for iron-deficiency anemia?

• A. Cucumber
• B. Oranges
• C. Raisins
• D. Beans
• E. Spinach

6. Prediabetic child wants to join soccer. Best nursing action?

• A. Suggest less strenuous activity
• B. Increase caloric intake
• C. Adjust insulin dose before exercise
• D. Reassure exercise reduces diabetes risk

7. Client with lacto-ovo-vegetarian diet chooses which meal for complete protein?

• A. Wheat pasta and tomatoes
• B. Lentils and rice
• C. Squash and rolls
• D. Peanut butter sandwich and milk

8. Best recommendation for DASH diet understanding?

• A. Gluten-free bread
• B. Lean meats, nuts, beans
• C. Eliminate dairy
• D. Only 4–6 fruits/vegetables

9. Client with CKD stage 4 should limit which foods?

• A. Avocados and bananas
• B. Apples and blueberries
• C. Cherries and cranberries
• D. Carrots and green beans

10. Client with hyponatremia: best food choice?

• A. Ham and cheese sandwich
• B. Sweet potato
• C. Lettuce salad
• D. Fruit salad

11. Food high in tyramine to eliminate for migraines?

• A. Whole wheat bread
• B. Cherries
• C. Chicken
• D. Hard salami

12. Photosensitivity medication: increase which foods?

• A. Nuts and grains
• B. Shellfish and beans
• C. Eggs and red meat
• D. Fortified dairy

13. Older adult limiting sodium should avoid?

• A. Cottage cheese
• B. Ground sirloin
• C. Broccoli
• D. Bananas

14. Vitamin A adequacy indicated by which statement?

• A. Smaller abdomen
• B. Improved night vision
• C. Less tingling
• D. Fewer bruises

15. Client with hypernatremia (Na 155): best lunch choice?

• A. Taco salad
• B. Chicken salad and yogurt
• C. Canned soup and tuna
• D. BLT sandwich

16. BMI 30 kg/m² documentation?

• A. Obesity
• B. Overweight
• C. Normal
• D. Underweight

17. Hyperthyroidism diet teaching: correct action?

• A. Continue high calories/protein
• B. Increase fiber
• C. Reduce calories
• D. Add aerobic exercise

18. Low-fat diet: fruit snacks include avocado. Best nurse action?

• A. Eat raw fruit only
• B. Compare fat content
• C. Eliminate snacks
• D. Avoid red fruits

19. Cardiovascular wellness dietary advice?

• A. Eliminate gluten
• B. Limit alcohol to 2/day
• C. Half plate fruits/vegetables
• D. Switch to organic dairy

20. Best vitamin E snack?

• A. Cheese and crackers
• B. Oranges
• C. Frozen yogurt
• D. Sunflower seeds

21. Cancer risk–reducing breakfast?

• A. Eggs and ham
• B. Egg and bacon
• C. Pancakes and syrup
• D. Oatmeal, raisins, nuts, grapefruit

22. TPN via CVC: nurse action before starting?

• A. Redress site
• B. Hourly glucose checks
• C. Review chest x-ray
• D. Start D10W

23. Professional dancer: which report needs further assessment?

• A. Bunions
• B. Fatigue
• C. Dry skin
• D. Sweaty palms

24. Initial weight-loss plan recommendation?

• A. Food diary
• B. Low-carb diet
• C. Strenuous activity
• D. Group exercise

25. Older adult skipping meals due to cost: best nurse action?

• A. Budget advice
• B. Call relative
• C. Consult social services
• D. Adult protective services

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