NURSING 1172 Nutrition Rasmussen Exam 1
(110 Questions+Answers) Graded A+ Expanded
to 110 Questions – With Rationales
Question 1
A client has been in the hospital for the past three days and the nurse has
initiated the Nutrition Care Process (NCP). The nurse has completed the Nutrition
Assessment and is now identifying and labeling the problems, determining the
cause/contributing risk factors, and clustering signs and symptoms for this client.
What step is the nurse at in the NCP?
Selected Answer: Nutrition Diagnosis
Correct Answer: Nutrition Diagnosis
Rationale: The NCP steps are: Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention,
Monitoring/Evaluation. Identifying problems and their causes is the Diagnosis
step.
Question 2
A patient has been advised to take an iron supplement. Which of the following
vitamins increases the absorption of iron?
A. Vitamin A
B. Vitamin D
C. Vitamin C
D. Vitamin E
Selected Answer: C. Vitamin C
Correct Answer: C. Vitamin C
Rationale: Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) enhances non-heme iron absorption by
reducing ferric iron to ferrous iron.
Question 3
A potassium intake of 4700 mg/day is recommended for all adults. Where is the
majority of potassium located in the body?
,A. Renal system
B. Extracellular fluid
C. Intracellular fluid
D. Bone
Selected Answer: C. Intracellular fluid
Correct Answer: C. Intracellular fluid
Rationale: Potassium is the primary intracellular cation; about 98% of body
potassium is inside cells.
Question 4
Beriberi is a disease that results from a deficiency of which water-soluble vitamin?
A. Riboflavin
B. Niacin
C. Thiamin
D. Vitamin B12
Selected Answer: C. Thiamin
Correct Answer: C. Thiamin
Rationale: Thiamin (vitamin B1) deficiency causes beriberi (dry or wet) and
Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome.
Question 5
False claims regarding certain foods, supplements or medicines can be dangerous.
What is one of the greatest dangers to individuals practicing unfounded
nutritional habits?
A. Increased healthcare costs
B. Appropriate medical interventions may be delayed
C. Worsening of chronic disease
D. All of the above
Selected Answer: B. Appropriate medical interventions may be delayed
Correct Answer: B. Appropriate medical interventions may be delayed
Rationale: The greatest danger is that individuals may forgo or delay
evidence-based treatment, leading to preventable harm.
,Question 6
Which of the following is a complete protein source?
A. Rice
B. Eggs
C. Beans
D. Pasta
Selected Answer: B. Eggs
Correct Answer: B. Eggs
Rationale: Complete proteins contain all essential amino acids in sufficient
amounts; eggs, meat, dairy, and soy are complete.
Question 7
A patient with celiac disease must avoid which of the following grains?
A. Rice
B. Corn
C. Wheat
D. Quinoa
Selected Answer: C. Wheat
Correct Answer: C. Wheat
Rationale: Celiac disease is an autoimmune reaction to gluten found in wheat,
barley, and rye.
Question 8
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?
A. Build muscle tissue
B. Provide energy
C. Regulate body temperature
D. Transport oxygen
Selected Answer: B. Provide energy
Correct Answer: B. Provide energy
*Rationale: Carbohydrates are the body’s preferred energy source, providing 4
kcal/g.*
, Question 9
Which of the following is a risk factor for osteoporosis?
A. High calcium intake
B. Low vitamin D status
C. Regular weight-bearing exercise
D. Adequate protein intake
Selected Answer: B. Low vitamin D status
Correct Answer: B. Low vitamin D status
Rationale: Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption; deficiency increases
osteoporosis risk.
Question 10
The nurse is teaching a client about soluble fiber. Which food is the best source of
soluble fiber?
A. Brown rice
B. Oatmeal
C. Celery
D. Whole wheat bread
Selected Answer: B. Oatmeal
Correct Answer: B. Oatmeal
Rationale: Soluble fiber is found in oats, barley, legumes, and fruits; it helps lower
cholesterol.
Question 11
A patient with hypertension is advised to follow the DASH diet. Which nutrient is
emphasized in the DASH diet?
A. Sodium
B. Saturated fat
C. Potassium
D. Simple sugars
Selected Answer: C. Potassium
Correct Answer: C. Potassium
(110 Questions+Answers) Graded A+ Expanded
to 110 Questions – With Rationales
Question 1
A client has been in the hospital for the past three days and the nurse has
initiated the Nutrition Care Process (NCP). The nurse has completed the Nutrition
Assessment and is now identifying and labeling the problems, determining the
cause/contributing risk factors, and clustering signs and symptoms for this client.
What step is the nurse at in the NCP?
Selected Answer: Nutrition Diagnosis
Correct Answer: Nutrition Diagnosis
Rationale: The NCP steps are: Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention,
Monitoring/Evaluation. Identifying problems and their causes is the Diagnosis
step.
Question 2
A patient has been advised to take an iron supplement. Which of the following
vitamins increases the absorption of iron?
A. Vitamin A
B. Vitamin D
C. Vitamin C
D. Vitamin E
Selected Answer: C. Vitamin C
Correct Answer: C. Vitamin C
Rationale: Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) enhances non-heme iron absorption by
reducing ferric iron to ferrous iron.
Question 3
A potassium intake of 4700 mg/day is recommended for all adults. Where is the
majority of potassium located in the body?
,A. Renal system
B. Extracellular fluid
C. Intracellular fluid
D. Bone
Selected Answer: C. Intracellular fluid
Correct Answer: C. Intracellular fluid
Rationale: Potassium is the primary intracellular cation; about 98% of body
potassium is inside cells.
Question 4
Beriberi is a disease that results from a deficiency of which water-soluble vitamin?
A. Riboflavin
B. Niacin
C. Thiamin
D. Vitamin B12
Selected Answer: C. Thiamin
Correct Answer: C. Thiamin
Rationale: Thiamin (vitamin B1) deficiency causes beriberi (dry or wet) and
Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome.
Question 5
False claims regarding certain foods, supplements or medicines can be dangerous.
What is one of the greatest dangers to individuals practicing unfounded
nutritional habits?
A. Increased healthcare costs
B. Appropriate medical interventions may be delayed
C. Worsening of chronic disease
D. All of the above
Selected Answer: B. Appropriate medical interventions may be delayed
Correct Answer: B. Appropriate medical interventions may be delayed
Rationale: The greatest danger is that individuals may forgo or delay
evidence-based treatment, leading to preventable harm.
,Question 6
Which of the following is a complete protein source?
A. Rice
B. Eggs
C. Beans
D. Pasta
Selected Answer: B. Eggs
Correct Answer: B. Eggs
Rationale: Complete proteins contain all essential amino acids in sufficient
amounts; eggs, meat, dairy, and soy are complete.
Question 7
A patient with celiac disease must avoid which of the following grains?
A. Rice
B. Corn
C. Wheat
D. Quinoa
Selected Answer: C. Wheat
Correct Answer: C. Wheat
Rationale: Celiac disease is an autoimmune reaction to gluten found in wheat,
barley, and rye.
Question 8
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?
A. Build muscle tissue
B. Provide energy
C. Regulate body temperature
D. Transport oxygen
Selected Answer: B. Provide energy
Correct Answer: B. Provide energy
*Rationale: Carbohydrates are the body’s preferred energy source, providing 4
kcal/g.*
, Question 9
Which of the following is a risk factor for osteoporosis?
A. High calcium intake
B. Low vitamin D status
C. Regular weight-bearing exercise
D. Adequate protein intake
Selected Answer: B. Low vitamin D status
Correct Answer: B. Low vitamin D status
Rationale: Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption; deficiency increases
osteoporosis risk.
Question 10
The nurse is teaching a client about soluble fiber. Which food is the best source of
soluble fiber?
A. Brown rice
B. Oatmeal
C. Celery
D. Whole wheat bread
Selected Answer: B. Oatmeal
Correct Answer: B. Oatmeal
Rationale: Soluble fiber is found in oats, barley, legumes, and fruits; it helps lower
cholesterol.
Question 11
A patient with hypertension is advised to follow the DASH diet. Which nutrient is
emphasized in the DASH diet?
A. Sodium
B. Saturated fat
C. Potassium
D. Simple sugars
Selected Answer: C. Potassium
Correct Answer: C. Potassium
