Tricky RD Questions Flashcards
Primary Function of NItrates
Prevent growth of botulism
A budget which allocates the funds for the year is known as a:
Fixed Budget
In filled milk, what replaces butterfat in order to reduce cholesterol content?
Vegetable Fat
In pregnant women, iron deficiency anemia cannot be caused by
Decreased BV
Which statement best describes Crohn’s disease
A disorder characterized by the inflammation of segments of tissue in the small intestine and right colon
The type of power in which followers believe the leader has the right to give direction is defined as
Legitimate Power
The ileocecal valve separates which two parts of the GI tract
Ileum & large intestine
What is not one of the categories of classification of costs?
capital costs
What standard by the International Organization for Standardization is related to evaluating risks, consequences, and impacts of activities on customers?
Process approach
The phytochemical family of coumarins are found in what foods?
Leafy greens & citrus fruits
When evaluating food, the triangle test is used by
Presenting three samples, two of which are identical
The standard of practice ‘P.e.S. statement is revised and updated as soon as information becomes available’ applies to which step in the Nutrition Care Process?
Diagnosis
Which of the following is considered the ‘hallmark’ for detection of malabsorption?
Steatorrhea
What is the use of a hot pellet?
Keep food trays warm during transport and delivery
Primary hemochromatosis results when
Too much iron is absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract and stored
What is the cause of escherichia coli poisoning?
Fecal contamination
Which step in a HACCP plan involves determining the points in the processing of products where hazards can be prevented, eliminated, or reduced to safe levels?
Principle two: determine critical control points
What is the function of monosodium glutamate (MSG)?
Flavor Enhancer
The National Committee on Quality Assurance is responsible for:
Assessing and reporting the quality of the nation’s managed care plans
The addition of too much baking soda in bread will cause
An alkaline taste
Wilson’s disease is characterized by accumulation of which nutrient?
Copper
Which of the following plans for large investments towards growth or renovation plans?
Capital budget
How does the fat content of formula compare to breast milk?
Formula is lower in fat that breast milk
Which stage of chronic kidney disease is characterized by a glomerular filtration rate of <15 mL/min?
Five
What is the provitamin of vitamin D?
7-dehydrocholesterol
Maltose is a disaccharide composed of which two monosaccharides?
Two molecules of glucose
Which is not true of complementary proteins?
They enhance the functionality of one another
How much does a #10 can weigh?
12 lb.
The International Organization for Standardization has set basic standards to assist with quality assurance. What standard is related to recognizing and acknowledging beneficial changes?
Continual improvement
A performance standard directed towards the way or style in which a task is performed is directed towards:
Manner
Which portion of research involves a description of how the data was obtained?
Method
Which method of food production involves purchasing fully prepared foods which are stored, assembled, heated, and then served?
Assembly/Serve
What is a major advantage of the convenience system of production?
Reduced labor cost
Which of the following describes the formation of new glucose molecules from non-carbohydrate substrates?
Gluconeogenesis
Which type of schedule shows task assignments from hour to hour?
Work Flow
Which statement best describes food irradiation?
The process of exposing food to ionizing radiation which breaks up bacteria DNA so it cannot reproduce
The International Organization for Standardization has set basic standards to assist with quality assurance. Which of these standards is related to understanding organizational capabilities and resource constraints prior to action planning?
Systems approach
What would be an appropriate diet for a patient suffering from cystic fibrosis?
High in protein and carbohydrate, liberal in fat and sodium
Which cut of beef is the most tender?
Sirloin
Which of the following vegetables uses a ‘seive number’ for ordering purposes?
Peas & green beans
In a research experiment, which of the following is the variable exposed to the experimental group?
Independent Variable
What is a major risk of fortifying foods with folic acid?
Masking a vitamin B12 deficiency
When using a three-compartment sink, what temperature should each sink be kept (1, 2, 3)?
110, 140, 170 degrees
How long should canned tomatoes be stored?
12 months
What is NOT true of the Mailllard reaction?
It requires an enzyme
What best describes reward power?
Followers believe the leader has the authority to reward them
What is NOT true of the pyloric glands?
They are located along the fundus
What is a major advantage of a bioelectrical impedance analysis?
It accurately measures rapid changes in body compartments
The International Organization for Standardization has set basic standards to assist with quality assurance. Which of these standards is related to identifying the interfaces of activities between different departments?
Process approach
When would a person be in negative nitrogen balance?
Sickness
Which mineral plays an important role in blood clotting?
Calcium
Medications for gastrointestinal motility include all of the following
Cisapride, Erythromycin, Reglan
Phenytoin
Anti-epileptic
In patients with hemochromatosis, iron tends to build up in which body organs?
Liver & Spleen
The American Dietetic Association is responsible for:
Defining the scope of dietetics practice framework
What is NOT true of mediation?
It is legally binding
What is the provitamin of niacin?
Tryptophan
Which portion of an income statement contains all general expenses incurred by a business that aren’t directly involved in the production or acquisition of products or services?
Overhead expenses
What type of operating budgets requires a manager to justify costs and ensure the data is current?
Zero-based budget
Which term best describes the practice of cooking food in small batches throughout service rather than all at once before service?
Batch cooking
Woman, Infants, and Children (WIC) is not considered an entitlement program because…
The government has not set aside funds for every eligible individual to participate
What will increase absorption of iron?
Citrus
What is the role of the National Labor Relations Board?
rotect employees’ bargaining rights and investigate labor disputes that affect interstate commerce
For patients with tube feedings, what is the maximum amount of time an enteral formula can be refrigerated after opening?
48 hours
You are caring for a 50 year-old female patient on parenteral nutrition. The TPN solution in her diet order contains 500 mL 20% dextrose, 500 mL 4% protein, and 250 mL 20% lipids. What is the non-protein kilocalorie to nitrogen ratio?
263:1
In a commercial kitchen, how wide should aisles be to allow for two people to pass?
60 inches
What is the normal value for fecal fat?
5-7 grams/24 hrs
In community nutrition programs, surveillance measures
Incidence
Which vegetables must be cooked uncovered for 2-3 minutes to remove volatine acids and prevent discoloration?
Broccoli & cauliflower
The Folds of Kerckring perform all of the following functions
Mix the chyme and digestive juices
Increase absorptive area of the mucosal layer
Slow the rate of transport of chyme for more efficient absorption
What is a major advantage of using modular kitchen equipment?
Give the kitchen an unique look
Carbohydrates are stored as glycogen in which tissues?
Liver and muscle
What cafeteria arrangements allows for separate counter areas or sections dedicated to various menu groups?
Scrambled System
The Cori cycle involves an exchange of glucose and lactate between which two organs?
Muscle and liver
What is the minimum cooking temperature for ground beef?
155 degrees
Written communication is needed when:
Accuracy is critical
A nitrogen balance of 5.5 indicates:
Positive Nitrogen Balance
Which of the following is based on integrating behavioral sciences into organization theory?
Human relations theory
According to Herzberg’s Dual Factor Theory, which of the following will lead to job satisfaction?
Responsibility
Which are the following are symptoms of dehydration in critically ill patients?
Postural hypotension, poor skin turgor, and anorexia
What is the sodium recommendation for a patient on peritoneal dialysis?
2-4 grams/day
excess potassium may result in which of the following?
Cardiac arrest
Which of the following is NOT true of soluble fiber?
Decreases intestinal transit time
In order to ensure accurate purchasing, what should be used?
Specification
What is the recommended percent humidity for storage of fruits and vegetables?
85-90%
What institution is responsible for assessing and reporting the quality of the nation’s managed care plans?
National Committee on Quality Assurance
In an organizational chart, which of the following types of authority implies the right to provide advice and service to other parts of the operation?
Staff Authority
What is a major disadvantage of the conventional production system?
Uneven work distribution
Which of the following is administered as a single dose at birth?
Vitamin K
Which of the following statements best describes referent power?
The leader’s personal characteristics result in admiration and respect
Cracked lips is a symptom of deficiency for which nutrient?
B Vitamins
The uppermost portion of the stomach is known as the:
Fundus
What serves to emulsify fats by dividing fat molecules into many small molecules with increased surface area?
Bile
Vitamins A, D, e, and K are absorbed along which part of the GI tract?
Ileum
Which statement best describes McGregor’s Theory Y?
People thrive while working and enjoy responsibility
What did the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) change to?
Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)
Standard infant formulas provide:
20 kcals/oz
The statement ‘Approximately 50% of the population at the university is overweight’ is a statement of:
Prevalence
If protein or tryptophan intake increases, the need for which nutrient decreases?
Niacin
Which of the following structures is characterized by spiral folds formed by the mucosal and submucosal layers of the intestine?
Folds of Kerckring
The main function of gastric inhibitory peptide (GIP) is:
To decrease gastric motility and stimulate insulin secretion
Bile is stored in which of the following organs?
Gallbladder
What is the term for an illustration of steps in a given process and how they relate to one another?
Flow Chart
Which of the following anthropometric measurements best describes the prevalence of malnourished children in the United States?
Height for age
What is a pro-management act that holds certain union practices are unlawful (i.e. refusing to bargain with management)?
Taft-Hartley Act of 1947
Which of the following lab values may be normal in a patient with pernicious anemia?
MCHC (mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration)
Aromatic amino acids
Tryptophan
Tyrosine
Phenylalanine
On a food package, what does the symbol U stand for?
Union of Orthodox Jews
You are caring for a child with cretinism. What mineral would you suspect the mother was deficient in?
Iodine
Which of the following cuts of meat has long muscle fibers?
Flank
Bone resorption involves
Bone Breakdown
Which mineral controls contraction of the heart?
Calcium
The prevalence of a condition during a particular point in time is known as:
Morbidity
What is the final product of lipid metabolism before entering the Kreb’s Cycle?
Acetyl Co-A
Which type of situational management assumes an employee has high competence and variable commitment?
Supporting leadership
What is the function of VLDL?
Transport triglycerides from the liver to muscles and adipose tissue
Which of the following terms best describes the process of comparing performance to established standards based on industry norms and trends?
Benchmarking
Which step in a HACCP plan involves identifying steps that must be taken when a criterial limit is not met?
Principle five: identify corrective actions
The addition of what ingredients may be used to emulsify a commercially bottled salad dressing?
Monoglycerides and diglycerides
Describe the duo-trio test for food evaluation?
A control sample is presented, followed by a control and experimental sample; the evaluator is asked to identify which sample is different
Which of the following describes the optimal conditions for growing bacteria?
Neutral pH, moisture, warm temperature
Which step in a HACCP plan involves determining the points in the processing of products where hazards can be prevented, eliminated, or reduced to safe levels?
Principle two: determine critical control points
