CERTIFIED DIETARY MANAGER (CDM) EXAM
2025/2026 WITH 100% ACCURATE ANSWERS
1. What are phytochemicals?
Minerals essential for bone health.
Vitamins found in animal products.
Chemicals in plants thought to provide special health benefits.
Artificial additives used in food processing.
2. If a customer in a restaurant shows signs of anaphylaxis after consuming a
meal, what should the staff do first?
Offer antihistamines and monitor the situation.
Administer an epinephrine injection and call emergency services.
Ask the customer to leave the premises.
Provide water and wait for symptoms to subside.
3. What is the common term used to refer to a Cerebral Vascular Accident
(CVA)?
Stroke
Seizure
Heart Attack
Aneurysm
4. What is the definition of work simplification in the context of food service
and healthcare?
,Increasing the complexity of a task to enhance learning.
, Creating a detailed manual for every task.
Simplifying a task so that it is performed as efficiently as possible.
Delegating tasks to multiple employees for efficiency.
5. What is the purpose of an organization chart in a facility?
To illustrate food safety protocols
To outline dietary guidelines
To manage employee schedules
To show job relationships
6. Produces digestive enzymes & mucus
Muscularis
Serosa
Mucosa
Submucosa
7. If a nutritionist recommends a supplement that exceeds the Tolerable Upper
Intake Level for a specific vitamin, what potential issue could arise?
Improved health outcomes
Increased energy levels
Nutrient toxicity
Nutrient deficiency
, 8. Describe the role of hospice services in the context of patient care for
terminally ill individuals.
Hospice services aim to cure terminal illnesses through aggressive
treatment.
Hospice services focus on enhancing the quality of life for
terminally ill patients through supportive care.
Hospice services are primarily concerned with the financial aspects
of patient care.
Hospice services provide only psychological support without
medical intervention.
9. An exit interview is _______ _.
important in determining an employee's future career outlook
voluntary, yet should be conducted by a manager in the presence of
a coworker
required of all employees who are leaving an organization
voluntary and typically conducted by HR
10. Describe the significance of incomplete proteins in a balanced diet.
Incomplete proteins do not contribute to dietary needs.
Incomplete proteins are only found in animal products.
Incomplete proteins may require combination with other protein
sources to provide all essential amino acids.
Incomplete proteins are sufficient on their own for muscle growth.
2025/2026 WITH 100% ACCURATE ANSWERS
1. What are phytochemicals?
Minerals essential for bone health.
Vitamins found in animal products.
Chemicals in plants thought to provide special health benefits.
Artificial additives used in food processing.
2. If a customer in a restaurant shows signs of anaphylaxis after consuming a
meal, what should the staff do first?
Offer antihistamines and monitor the situation.
Administer an epinephrine injection and call emergency services.
Ask the customer to leave the premises.
Provide water and wait for symptoms to subside.
3. What is the common term used to refer to a Cerebral Vascular Accident
(CVA)?
Stroke
Seizure
Heart Attack
Aneurysm
4. What is the definition of work simplification in the context of food service
and healthcare?
,Increasing the complexity of a task to enhance learning.
, Creating a detailed manual for every task.
Simplifying a task so that it is performed as efficiently as possible.
Delegating tasks to multiple employees for efficiency.
5. What is the purpose of an organization chart in a facility?
To illustrate food safety protocols
To outline dietary guidelines
To manage employee schedules
To show job relationships
6. Produces digestive enzymes & mucus
Muscularis
Serosa
Mucosa
Submucosa
7. If a nutritionist recommends a supplement that exceeds the Tolerable Upper
Intake Level for a specific vitamin, what potential issue could arise?
Improved health outcomes
Increased energy levels
Nutrient toxicity
Nutrient deficiency
, 8. Describe the role of hospice services in the context of patient care for
terminally ill individuals.
Hospice services aim to cure terminal illnesses through aggressive
treatment.
Hospice services focus on enhancing the quality of life for
terminally ill patients through supportive care.
Hospice services are primarily concerned with the financial aspects
of patient care.
Hospice services provide only psychological support without
medical intervention.
9. An exit interview is _______ _.
important in determining an employee's future career outlook
voluntary, yet should be conducted by a manager in the presence of
a coworker
required of all employees who are leaving an organization
voluntary and typically conducted by HR
10. Describe the significance of incomplete proteins in a balanced diet.
Incomplete proteins do not contribute to dietary needs.
Incomplete proteins are only found in animal products.
Incomplete proteins may require combination with other protein
sources to provide all essential amino acids.
Incomplete proteins are sufficient on their own for muscle growth.
