Clinical Nutrition- Final Exam
What are the 6 pieces of data used to perform a nutrition assessment? correct answershistorical
information, food intake data, anthropometric data, biochemical analyses, physical exams, and
determination of energy requirements
What are the 4 types of historical info used in a nutrition assessment? correct answersmedical history,
medication and supplement history, personal and social history, and food and nutrition history
This type of history involves things like age, past medical issues, family medical problems, etc. correct
answersmedical history
This type of history involves things like any prescriptions or OTC drugs you're taking correct
answersmedication and supplement history
This type of history involves education level, employment status, cognitive abilities, etc. correct
answerspersonal and social history
This type of history involves food intake and availability, weight changes, dietary restrictions, etc. correct
answersfood and nutrition history
What factors do food intake data accuracy depend on (2-4)? correct answersthe individual's memory and
honesty and the assessor's skill and training
What are the 4 methods of obtaining food intake data? correct answers24-hour dietary recall, food
frequency questionnaire, food record, and direct observation
What are common anthropometric measurements? correct answersheight (or length), weight, head
circumference, circumferences of the waist and limbs
, What is the primary treatment for constipation? correct answersGradual increase in fiber intake to 25
mg/day
What 3 foods increase stool weight the most, making them recommended for constipation? correct
answerswhat bran, fruits, and vegetables
What fiber supplements help with constipation? correct answersmethylcellulose, psyllium, and
polycarbophil
What type of diarrhea results from unabsorbed nutrients or other substances attracting water to the
colon and increasing fecal water content? correct answersosmotic diarrhea
What are the common causes of osmotic diarrhea? correct answersHigh intakes of poorly absorbed
sugars and lactase deficiency
What type of diarrhea is the result of fluid being secreted by the intestines exceeding the amount that
can be reabsorbed by intestinal cells? correct answerssecretory diarrhea
Secretory diarrhea is often caused by what? correct answersfoodborne illness
What dietary treatment is often recommended for diarrhea? correct answerslow fiber, low fat, lactose
free diet
what is the variant form of LDL of which elevated concentrations are found to speed the progression of
atherosclerosis and increase risk of CVD? correct answerslipoprotein(a)
What are the 3 nonmodifiable risk factors for CVD? correct answersincreasing age, male gender, family
history
What are the 10 modifiable risk factors for CVD? correct answershigh LDL, high VLDL, low HDL,
hypertension, diabetes, obesity, physical activity, smoking, heavy drinking, atherogenic diet
