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This document contains comprehensive WGU HESI Nutrition D440 practice questions with varied answers covering essential nutrition concepts for nursing and healthcare students. Topics include macronutrients, micronutrients, therapeutic diets, nutritional assessment, metabolism, fluid and electrolyte balance, enteral and parenteral nutrition, patient education, and nutrition-related disease management. The material is designed to support HESI preparation, nursing examinations, coursework revision, and clinical practice. Questions include multiple-choice, case-study, prioritization, SATA, and short-answer formats to strengthen critical-thinking and test-taking skills.

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Know blood tests test nutritional status: ... - CORRECT ANSWERS-BMI and albumin


PT who has issues swallowing (dysphagia) will always be the most at risk for ... - CORRECT ANSWERS-
nutrition deficiency.



Which patient would need more water? - CORRECT ANSWERS-(A. Breastfeeding)



know what diet for a pt who lost their dentures would be on - CORRECT ANSWERS-mechanical soft



Athletic patient complains with leg cramps due to low calcium, offer... - CORRECT ANSWERS-broccoli,
cheese.



Know nutrient dense foods. - CORRECT ANSWERS-???



Folic acid Is found in .... - CORRECT ANSWERS-yogurt.



1 oz = ? mL - CORRECT ANSWERS-30 ml



1 cup = ? oz - CORRECT ANSWERS-8 oz



BMI Ranges: - CORRECT ANSWERS-18.5-24.9 = normal

25-29.9 = overweight

30 and over = obese

(these values were on test)

,Fat = ? per gram

Carbs = ? per gram

Protein = ? per gram - CORRECT ANSWERS-9

4

4



Glomerulonephritis diet: caused by untreated strep (a kidney disease) - CORRECT ANSWERS-Fluid
restriction

Sodium restriction (salty meats & processed foods)

Decrease Protein

Increase carbs (Carbs provide energy and stop the breakdown of proteins)



Renal Disease diet - CORRECT ANSWERS-fluid restriction, Low sodium, Low protein, low potassium, high
calcium



Urinary Tract infections (UTI) diet: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Cranberries, blueberries, raspberries, and other
berries, probiotics (yogurt)

Avoid foods and drinks that cause bladder irritation, such as coffee, tea, soft drinks, and chocolate, avoid
smoking.

Diabetic needs to drink sugar-free cranberry juices



Heart Failure diet - CORRECT ANSWERS-Fluid restriction (spread out fluids during the day & suck on hard
candy to decrease thirst)

Decrease sodium, fat, & cholesterol



Heart Health Diet: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Decrease in saturated fats

, Increase in Fiber



DASH Diet: aims to lower BP and LDL - CORRECT ANSWERS-Low sodium, low fat, high calcium, high
potassium, high fiber

4-6 servings of fruits and veggies*



Celiac Disease diet: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Gluten free diet

No "BROW"

Barley Rye Oats Wheats

Ice cream, malted milk, prepared puddings, grains anything including made from wheat, rye, oats, or
barley, such as breads, rolls, cookies, cakes, crackers, cereal, spaghetti, macaroni noodles, beer, and ale,
oatmeal



Stomatitis diet: Inflammation of the oral mucous lining of the mouth - CORRECT ANSWERS-Soft and easy
to eat foods, eat food at room temp., high protein & calorie, avoid alcohol and spicy foods



Peritonitis diet: inflammation of the lining of stomach - CORRECT ANSWERS-Eat foods high in B-vitamins
and calcium, such as almonds, beans, whole grains (if no allergy), dark leafy greens (spinach and kale),
and sea vegetables. Avoid refined foods, such as white breads, pastas, and especially sugar. Use healthy
oils in foods, such as olive oil or vegetable oil



Cholecystitis diet: - CORRECT ANSWERS-low fat, high fiber and protein and carbs

avoid gassy foods like broccoli.



Diverticulitis: - CORRECT ANSWERS-High fiber, no nuts/seeds



Hemorrhoids diet: - CORRECT ANSWERS-Increase fiber and increase fluid intake.

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