NURS 235 Exam questions and answers
What are the six essential nutrients? - ✅✅Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins, Minerals, Water
Which nutrient is the primary energy source? - ✅✅Carbohydrates
What is the function of protein in the body? - ✅✅Tissue repair, growth, immune function,
enzymes/hormones
Which vitamins are fat-soluble? - ✅✅A, D, E, K
What does BMR stand for and what does it mean? - ✅✅Basal Metabolic Rate - the energy used at
rest to maintain vital body functions
At what age is breastfeeding recommended? - ✅✅First 6-12 months
What happens to appetite during toddler/preschool years? - ✅✅Appetite decreases; erratic eating
patterns develop
What nutrient needs increase during adolescence? - ✅✅Calories, protein, calcium, and iron
What is a concern for adolescent females? - ✅✅Risk of eating disorders and unhealthy dieting
Why do older adults have decreased nutritional needs? - ✅✅Decreased BMR and physical activity;
loss of lean body mass
How can alcohol use disorder affect nutrition? - ✅✅Impairs nutrient absorption and metabolism
What's a danger of megadoses of supplements? - ✅✅Can lead to nutrient competition and toxicity
, How do economic factors influence food choice? - ✅✅Budget affects food quality and quantity;
convenience foods may be chosen due to cost
Name one religious dietary restriction. - ✅✅Jewish - Kosher laws; Hindu - avoid beef; Muslim - avoid
pork
What emotional factor is tied to food? - ✅✅Comfort, celebrations, or memories of conflict/isolation
What are signs of decreased food intake? - ✅✅Anorexia, pain, depression, impaired taste/smell
What is the BRAT diet and when is it used? - ✅✅Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, Toast - used for GI upset
What is the purpose of a renal diet? - ✅✅Reduce kidney workload; limit protein, sodium, potassium,
fluids
What is included in a clear liquid diet? - ✅✅Broth, tea, clear juices, gelatin, popsicles
What is the difference between full liquid and pureed diets? - ✅✅Full liquid includes milk, custards,
etc.; pureed includes any blended foods to liquid consistency
What are the six essential nutrients? - ✅✅Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins, Minerals, Water
Which nutrient is the primary energy source? - ✅✅Carbohydrates
What is the function of protein in the body? - ✅✅Tissue repair, growth, immune function,
enzymes/hormones
Which vitamins are fat-soluble? - ✅✅A, D, E, K
What is BMR? - ✅✅Basal Metabolic Rate - energy used at rest to maintain body functions
What are the six essential nutrients? - ✅✅Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins, Minerals, Water
Which nutrient is the primary energy source? - ✅✅Carbohydrates
What is the function of protein in the body? - ✅✅Tissue repair, growth, immune function,
enzymes/hormones
Which vitamins are fat-soluble? - ✅✅A, D, E, K
What does BMR stand for and what does it mean? - ✅✅Basal Metabolic Rate - the energy used at
rest to maintain vital body functions
At what age is breastfeeding recommended? - ✅✅First 6-12 months
What happens to appetite during toddler/preschool years? - ✅✅Appetite decreases; erratic eating
patterns develop
What nutrient needs increase during adolescence? - ✅✅Calories, protein, calcium, and iron
What is a concern for adolescent females? - ✅✅Risk of eating disorders and unhealthy dieting
Why do older adults have decreased nutritional needs? - ✅✅Decreased BMR and physical activity;
loss of lean body mass
How can alcohol use disorder affect nutrition? - ✅✅Impairs nutrient absorption and metabolism
What's a danger of megadoses of supplements? - ✅✅Can lead to nutrient competition and toxicity
, How do economic factors influence food choice? - ✅✅Budget affects food quality and quantity;
convenience foods may be chosen due to cost
Name one religious dietary restriction. - ✅✅Jewish - Kosher laws; Hindu - avoid beef; Muslim - avoid
pork
What emotional factor is tied to food? - ✅✅Comfort, celebrations, or memories of conflict/isolation
What are signs of decreased food intake? - ✅✅Anorexia, pain, depression, impaired taste/smell
What is the BRAT diet and when is it used? - ✅✅Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, Toast - used for GI upset
What is the purpose of a renal diet? - ✅✅Reduce kidney workload; limit protein, sodium, potassium,
fluids
What is included in a clear liquid diet? - ✅✅Broth, tea, clear juices, gelatin, popsicles
What is the difference between full liquid and pureed diets? - ✅✅Full liquid includes milk, custards,
etc.; pureed includes any blended foods to liquid consistency
What are the six essential nutrients? - ✅✅Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fats, Vitamins, Minerals, Water
Which nutrient is the primary energy source? - ✅✅Carbohydrates
What is the function of protein in the body? - ✅✅Tissue repair, growth, immune function,
enzymes/hormones
Which vitamins are fat-soluble? - ✅✅A, D, E, K
What is BMR? - ✅✅Basal Metabolic Rate - energy used at rest to maintain body functions
