WGU D440 Nutrition - (Victoria + Kareem +
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Comprehensive 2026-2027 Frequently Tested
Questions With ELABORATED 100% Correct
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
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1. Which measurements are commonly used to assess a patient’s nutritional
status?
A. Hemoglobin and hematocrit
B. BMI and albumin
C. Glucose and electrolytes
D. Prealbumin only
Correct answer: B
2. A patient with dysphagia is at greatest risk for which complication?
A. Fluid overload
B. Aspiration pneumonia
C. Nutritional deficiency
D. Electrolyte imbalance
Correct answer: C
3. Which instruction should the nurse provide to a patient with hypertension?
A. Increase protein intake
B. Follow the DASH diet with 4–6 servings of fruits and vegetables
,C. Limit potassium intake
D. Avoid carbohydrates
Correct answer: B
4. Which patient requires increased daily fluid intake?
A. Older adult
B. Office worker
C. Breastfeeding patient
D. Sedentary adult
Correct answer: C
5. Which diet is appropriate for a patient who has lost their dentures?
A. Clear liquid
B. Pureed
C. Mechanical soft
D. Regular
Correct answer: C
6. An athletic patient reports leg cramps related to low calcium. Which foods
should the nurse recommend?
A. Bananas and oranges
B. Broccoli and cheese
C. Whole grains
D. Red meat
Correct answer: B
,7. Which food is a source of folic acid?
A. Yogurt
B. White bread
C. Butter
D. Chicken
Correct answer: A
8. How many milliliters are in 1 ounce?
A. 15 mL
B. 20 mL
C. 30 mL
D. 60 mL
Correct answer: C
9. How many ounces are in 1 cup?
A. 4 oz
B. 6 oz
C. 8 oz
D. 12 oz
Correct answer: C
10. A BMI of 27 is classified as:
A. Normal weight
B. Underweight
C. Overweight
D. Obese
Correct answer: C
, 11. Which statement correctly matches nutrients with kilocalories per gram?
A. Fat 4 kcal, Protein 9 kcal, Carbs 4 kcal
B. Fat 9 kcal, Protein 4 kcal, Carbs 4 kcal
C. Fat 4 kcal, Protein 4 kcal, Carbs 9 kcal
D. Fat 7 kcal, Protein 4 kcal, Carbs 4 kcal
Correct answer: B
12. Which diet is appropriate for a patient with glomerulonephritis?
A. High protein, high sodium
B. Fluid restriction, decreased protein, increased carbohydrates
C. High potassium, high calcium
D. No dietary restrictions
Correct answer: B
13. Which dietary plan is appropriate for chronic renal disease?
A. High protein and potassium
B. Fluid restriction, low sodium, low protein, low potassium
C. High sodium and calcium
D. Unlimited fluids
Correct answer: B
14. Which foods are recommended for a patient with a urinary tract infection?
A. Coffee and chocolate
B. Cranberries and yogurt
C. Spicy foods
D. Carbonated drinks
Stephanie Study Guides) & Finals
Comprehensive 2026-2027 Frequently Tested
Questions With ELABORATED 100% Correct
COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
Guaranteed Pass!!Current Update!!
1. Which measurements are commonly used to assess a patient’s nutritional
status?
A. Hemoglobin and hematocrit
B. BMI and albumin
C. Glucose and electrolytes
D. Prealbumin only
Correct answer: B
2. A patient with dysphagia is at greatest risk for which complication?
A. Fluid overload
B. Aspiration pneumonia
C. Nutritional deficiency
D. Electrolyte imbalance
Correct answer: C
3. Which instruction should the nurse provide to a patient with hypertension?
A. Increase protein intake
B. Follow the DASH diet with 4–6 servings of fruits and vegetables
,C. Limit potassium intake
D. Avoid carbohydrates
Correct answer: B
4. Which patient requires increased daily fluid intake?
A. Older adult
B. Office worker
C. Breastfeeding patient
D. Sedentary adult
Correct answer: C
5. Which diet is appropriate for a patient who has lost their dentures?
A. Clear liquid
B. Pureed
C. Mechanical soft
D. Regular
Correct answer: C
6. An athletic patient reports leg cramps related to low calcium. Which foods
should the nurse recommend?
A. Bananas and oranges
B. Broccoli and cheese
C. Whole grains
D. Red meat
Correct answer: B
,7. Which food is a source of folic acid?
A. Yogurt
B. White bread
C. Butter
D. Chicken
Correct answer: A
8. How many milliliters are in 1 ounce?
A. 15 mL
B. 20 mL
C. 30 mL
D. 60 mL
Correct answer: C
9. How many ounces are in 1 cup?
A. 4 oz
B. 6 oz
C. 8 oz
D. 12 oz
Correct answer: C
10. A BMI of 27 is classified as:
A. Normal weight
B. Underweight
C. Overweight
D. Obese
Correct answer: C
, 11. Which statement correctly matches nutrients with kilocalories per gram?
A. Fat 4 kcal, Protein 9 kcal, Carbs 4 kcal
B. Fat 9 kcal, Protein 4 kcal, Carbs 4 kcal
C. Fat 4 kcal, Protein 4 kcal, Carbs 9 kcal
D. Fat 7 kcal, Protein 4 kcal, Carbs 4 kcal
Correct answer: B
12. Which diet is appropriate for a patient with glomerulonephritis?
A. High protein, high sodium
B. Fluid restriction, decreased protein, increased carbohydrates
C. High potassium, high calcium
D. No dietary restrictions
Correct answer: B
13. Which dietary plan is appropriate for chronic renal disease?
A. High protein and potassium
B. Fluid restriction, low sodium, low protein, low potassium
C. High sodium and calcium
D. Unlimited fluids
Correct answer: B
14. Which foods are recommended for a patient with a urinary tract infection?
A. Coffee and chocolate
B. Cranberries and yogurt
C. Spicy foods
D. Carbonated drinks
