Deck 3: Nutrition-Focused Physical Examination

Question 1

The goal of NFPE is to:

A) provide dietitians with a billable service.
B) touch the patient for a more complete nutrition assessment.
C) identify signs and clinical symptoms of malnutrition.
D) diagnose malnutrition in pediatric patients.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

A significant disadvantage of NFPE is:

A) it identifies problems with anthropometric measurements.
B) it is difficult to assess changes over a short period of time.
C) it is subjective and therefore inaccurate.
D) it is difficult to perform particularly on children.

Answer 2

B

Question 3

How is NFPE on children is different from NFPE in adults?

A) The techniques are different.
B) It is not different since there is no information on NFPE in children.
C) Subjective parameters can be used to identify malnutrition in adults not children.
D) Children's body composition changes so knowledge of growth and development is key.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

The most commonly used NFPE techniques are:

A) Inspection and palpation
B) Inspection and percussion
C) Auscultation and palpation
D) Auscultation and percussion

Question 5

Where is the best place to examine to note changes in micronutrient status after treatment?

A) Eyes
B) Oral cavity
C) Skin
D) Hair/Scalp

Question 6

During NFPE, which area is NOT an area where subcutaneous fat stores are assessed?

A) Orbital
B) Buccal
C) Ribs
D) Calf

Question 7

During NFPE, which area is NOT an area where muscle is assessed?

A) Patella
B) Triceps
C) Scapula
D) Temple

Question 8

Which of the following disorders has an increased risk of fat-soluble vitamin deficiency and essential fatty acid deficiency?

A) Intestinal failure
B) Celiac disease
C) Renal disease
D) Burns

Question 9

Which is NOT a physical sign or symptom of dehydration?

A) Dyspnea
B) Sunken eyes
C) Weight loss
D) Poor skin turgor

Question 10

The anatomical landmarks used in the measurement of mid-upper arm circumference include which of the following?

A) acromion and clavicle
B) clavicle and coracoid
C) coracoid and olecranon
D) olecranon and acromion