CDM Exam Review UPDATED Actual Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
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CDM Exam Review UPDATED Actual
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
On what products would you specify grade A or AA when ordering? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Grading is a voluntary process and refers to quality attributes such as appearance, color,
or size. Both eggs and butter are graded and
CDM Exam Review UPDATED Actual
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
On what products would you specify grade A or AA when ordering? - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔Grading is a voluntary process and refers to quality attributes such as appearance, color,
or size. Both eggs and butter are graded and specifying at least Grade A or AA would be the
best quality for most foodservice operations.
Definition for: Assistive Devices - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔CMS guidelines require
foodservice departments to provide devices that will assist clients in eating. They help the
client overcome disabilities caused by stroke or other medical conditions.
What are the most common food allergies in the U.S.? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔The
"BIG Eight"
1. Peanuts
2. Tree nuts
3. Shellfish
4. Fish
5. Egg
6. Milk
7. Soy
8. Wheat
What is the daily protein allowance? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔The RDA for protein (for a
healthy client) is 0.8 grams/kg of bony weight. For example, a woman weighing 156 lb.
(70.90 kg), the protein allowance would be 70.90x0.8= 56.73 grams or 57 grams of protein
per day.
What cooking procedures destroy vitamins? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔1. Cooking for too
long
2. Cooking at too high a temperature
3. Adding baking soda during cooking
,Definition of:
Endpoint temperature - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔Endpoint temperature is the temperature a
food reaches at the end of cooking. It is usually associated with PHF/TCS foods where both
an endpoint temperature and time are combined. For example: cooking ground beef to 155 F
for 15 seconds.
What does HIPAA protect? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔It is a Federal law to protect the
privacy of healthcare clients. The intent is to safeguard client/patient Privacy and their
information including client names, diagnoses, and their medical records. HIPAA stands for
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act but is usually referred to as HIPAA.
What kind of eggs have been recommended for use by USDA and FDA? - CORRECT
ANSWER- ✔✔Pasteurized eggs
Pasteurization of eggs is a process using a combination of time and temperature heating eggs
in the shell, destroying bacteria and eliminating salmonella contamination.
Refer to Food Code, CMS, USDA and State regulations for information pertinent to the
specific operation.
What is the primary objective of a care conference? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔The
primary objective of a care conference is to develop, with the interdisciplinary team and the
client, a plan of care that addresses the multifaceted needs of the client.
What two treatments must be present in dairy product that doesn't require refrigeration? -
CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔A dairy product must be ultra-high temperature pasteurized
(UHT) and be packaged in aseptic (sterile) packaging.
Individual creamers are often treated this way so they can be left out for coffee service.
What would be included in a product standard for cooked pasta? - CORRECT ANSWER-
✔✔A standard for cooked pasta should include the following: Pasta should hold it shape and
not be too soft or mushy. Pasta that is too soft breaks up when held or served with sauce or
soup.
What tool is used for tracking amounts of food served and leftovers? - CORRECT
ANSWER- ✔✔Frequently, facilities use a tally sheet for production that requires a notation
for the Number of servings of a food item that is served, how much was leftover (if
applicable), or what time the food ran out. This is a useful tool for forecasting how much
food to produce the next time the menu is served.
, What is the purpose of a food requisition? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔A food requisition is
used to sign food out of storage areas. It serves as a record for what is taken out of storage
and is useful in cost control and inventory management.
How would you convert 8 oz. into milliliters (ML) or Cubic centimeters (cc's)? - CORRECT
ANSWER- ✔✔This is a fact you may want to memorize:
One ounce (oz). Is equivalent to 30 millimeters (ml) or 30 cubic centimeters (cc's).
Once you know that, you multiply the number of ounces by 30 so the answer is 240 ml or cc.
What is a standardized recipe and why is it used? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔A recipe that
contains detailed specifications and has been adapted and tested in your own operation.
It helps all staff to maintain a consistent quality product regardless of who is cooking.
What are the approved methods of thawing large pieces of frozen meats? - CORRECT
ANSWER- ✔✔According to the 2013 FDA food code, the approved methods for thawing
large pieces of meat are as follows:
A. Under refrigeration at 41F or less
B. Completely submerged under running water where the water temperature is 70F or less
What foods are known to promote tooth decay? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔Foods that are
known to promote tooth decay are foods that are high in simple sugars such as sugared
cereals, dried fruit, juices, soda pop.
How many 1/2 cup servings would you expect from a #10 can of applesauce? - CORRECT
ANSWER- ✔✔A #10 can holds approximately 12-13 cups or 25 four-oz. portions.
What would an F-Tag identify? - CORRECT ANSWER- ✔✔An F-Tag identifies the number
of a CMS guideline for long-term care. For instance, there are F-Tags for nutritional status,
sanitation, and infection control along with many others. When a survey team completes an
audit, the team will state any deficiencies and reference an F-Tag number.
Given the following menu, what foods might need to be changed for a low-sodium diet?
Pepperoni pizza
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