RN HESI NUTRITION EXIT EXAM VERSION 1 AND 2 AND TESTBANK
RN HESI NUTRITION EXIT EXAM VERSION 1 AND 2 AND TESTBANK
WITH NGN NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE 100
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+||BRAND NEW!!
1. Which nutrient is essential for wound healing and immune function?
A) Carbohydrates
B) Protein
C) Fats
D) Fiber
Answer: B) Protein
Rationale: Protein provides amino acids necessary for tissue repair, collagen
synthesis, and immune cell production.
2. A client with hypertension should limit intake of:
A) Potassium
B) Sodium
C) Iron
D) Vitamin C
Answer: B) Sodium
Rationale: Excess sodium increases blood pressure by causing fluid retention.
3. Which vitamin deficiency causes night blindness?
A) Vitamin A
B) Vitamin D
C) Vitamin B12
D) Vitamin K
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Answer: A) Vitamin A
Rationale: Vitamin A is critical for retinal function and low levels impair night
vision.
4. A vegan client is at risk for deficiency in which nutrient?
A) Folate
B) Vitamin C
C) Vitamin B12
D) Magnesium
Answer: C) Vitamin B12
Rationale: Vitamin B12 is primarily found in animal products; vegans require
fortified foods or supplements.
5. Which food is the best source of omega-3 fatty acids?
A) Olive oil
B) Salmon
C) Eggs
D) Whole wheat bread
Answer: B) Salmon
Rationale: Fatty fish (salmon, mackerel) are rich in EPA and DHA, essential omega-
3s.
6. For a client with celiac disease, which grain should be avoided?
A) Quinoa
B) Rice
C) Wheat
D) Corn
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Answer: C) Wheat
Rationale: Celiac disease requires strict avoidance of gluten found in wheat,
barley, and rye.
7. Which condition is associated with excessive alcohol consumption?
A) Osteoporosis
B) Thiamine deficiency (Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome)
C) Hyperkalemia
D) Vitamin K toxicity
Answer: B) Thiamine deficiency
Rationale: Alcohol impairs thiamine absorption, leading to neurological
complications.
8. A client with dumping syndrome should eat:
A) High-sugar foods
B) Small, frequent meals low in simple carbs
C) Large meals with fluids
D) High-fat foods
Answer: B) Small, frequent meals low in simple carbs
Rationale: Prevents rapid gastric emptying and hypoglycemia.
9. Which lab value indicates malnutrition?
A) High hemoglobin
B) Low albumin
C) Elevated sodium
D) High creatinine
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RN HESI NUTRITION EXIT EXAM VERSION 1 AND 2 AND TESTBANK
WITH NGN NEWEST 2025 ACTUAL EXAM COMPLETE 100
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) |ALREADY GRADED A+||BRAND NEW!!
1. Which nutrient is essential for wound healing and immune function?
A) Carbohydrates
B) Protein
C) Fats
D) Fiber
Answer: B) Protein
Rationale: Protein provides amino acids necessary for tissue repair, collagen
synthesis, and immune cell production.
2. A client with hypertension should limit intake of:
A) Potassium
B) Sodium
C) Iron
D) Vitamin C
Answer: B) Sodium
Rationale: Excess sodium increases blood pressure by causing fluid retention.
3. Which vitamin deficiency causes night blindness?
A) Vitamin A
B) Vitamin D
C) Vitamin B12
D) Vitamin K
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Answer: A) Vitamin A
Rationale: Vitamin A is critical for retinal function and low levels impair night
vision.
4. A vegan client is at risk for deficiency in which nutrient?
A) Folate
B) Vitamin C
C) Vitamin B12
D) Magnesium
Answer: C) Vitamin B12
Rationale: Vitamin B12 is primarily found in animal products; vegans require
fortified foods or supplements.
5. Which food is the best source of omega-3 fatty acids?
A) Olive oil
B) Salmon
C) Eggs
D) Whole wheat bread
Answer: B) Salmon
Rationale: Fatty fish (salmon, mackerel) are rich in EPA and DHA, essential omega-
3s.
6. For a client with celiac disease, which grain should be avoided?
A) Quinoa
B) Rice
C) Wheat
D) Corn
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Answer: C) Wheat
Rationale: Celiac disease requires strict avoidance of gluten found in wheat,
barley, and rye.
7. Which condition is associated with excessive alcohol consumption?
A) Osteoporosis
B) Thiamine deficiency (Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome)
C) Hyperkalemia
D) Vitamin K toxicity
Answer: B) Thiamine deficiency
Rationale: Alcohol impairs thiamine absorption, leading to neurological
complications.
8. A client with dumping syndrome should eat:
A) High-sugar foods
B) Small, frequent meals low in simple carbs
C) Large meals with fluids
D) High-fat foods
Answer: B) Small, frequent meals low in simple carbs
Rationale: Prevents rapid gastric emptying and hypoglycemia.
9. Which lab value indicates malnutrition?
A) High hemoglobin
B) Low albumin
C) Elevated sodium
D) High creatinine
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