Question 1

Today, in most developed countries, concern for nutritional status focuses on the effect of excessive intake of nutrients and energy.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. In developed countries, there is more concern about overconsumption of nutrients and energy, leading to obesity and related health problems, rather than undernutrition.

Question 2

Households that have no problems, or anxiety about, consistently accessing adequate food belong to _______________.

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The answer of Households that have no problems, or anxiety...

Question 3

_______________ refers to the distribution of body compartments (e.g., muscle mass and body fat) as part of the total body weight.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______________ refers to the distribution of body...

Question 4

Advantages of the 24-hour recall method include short administration time, very little cost, and negligible risk for the client.

Accepted Answer

The advantages listed are accurate, making the statement true.

Question 5

_______________ refers to the alterations from normal anatomy and physiology that occur as a result of disease or injury.

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The answer of _______________ refers to the alterations from normal...

Question 6

The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations requires that all patients receive nutrition screening within 12 hours of their admission to a hospital.

Accepted Answer

The Joint Commission does not specify a 12-hour timeframe for nutrition screening; the requirement is for hospitals to have a process in place for nutrition screening of all patients upon admission, but the exact timing can vary based on the hospital's policy and procedures.

Question 7

When a client is filling out a food diary, he or she should use cups, teaspoons, and tablespoons to record accurate amounts.

Accepted Answer

Using standardized measuring tools like cups, teaspoons, and tablespoons ensures that the amounts listed in a food diary are accurate and consistent. Estimating portion sizes by eye or using other non-standardized measures can lead to inaccuracies in tracking calorie and nutrient intake.

Question 8

During a 24-hour recall, the information is gathered _______________ from the client about food intake over the last day.

Accepted Answer

The answer of During a 24-hour recall, the information is...

Question 9

One limitation of the creatinine height index is that its accuracy depends on a complete collection of urine for 24 hours.

Accepted Answer

The accuracy of the creatinine height index is affected by a complete collection of urine for 24 hours because it measures the clearance of creatinine from the body, which requires a full and accurate measurement of urine output. If the collection is incomplete or inaccurate, the result may not accurately reflect the true renal function of the patient.

Question 10

_______________ refers to the likelihood that an individual who does not have a particular condition or disease will be correctly excluded when administered a test designed to detect that condition or disease.

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The answer of _______________ refers to the likelihood that an...

Question 11

_______________ is a gross measurement of all body compartments and does not distinguish body composition or fluid shifts.

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The answer of _______________ is a gross measurement of all...

Question 12

Just as the physical examination is the cornerstone of medical assessment, _______________ provides the foundation for the nutrition care process.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Just as the physical examination is the...

Question 13

When weighing a nonambulatory client, wheelchair and bed scales are not recommended because of problems with calibration.

Accepted Answer

Both wheelchair and bed scales can be used for weighing nonambulatory clients, but they must be properly calibrated and adjusted for the weight of the wheelchair or bed.

Question 14

Even though it is commonly measured, hemoglobin is not the most sensitive or the most specific of hematological assessments of nutritional status.

Accepted Answer

While hemoglobin levels can give some indication of nutritional status, there are other hematological assessments that may be more sensitive and specific, such as serum iron, ferritin, and transferrin levels.

Question 15

A limitation of using a stadiometer is that it is an estimation of maximum adult height and not actual, current height.

Accepted Answer

A stadiometer is specifically designed to measure actual, current height accurately, not to estimate maximum adult height.

Question 16

_______________ include(s) information that is obtained directly from the patient, family members, and any other caregivers, usually during interviews.

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The answer of _______________ include(s) information that is obtained directly...

Question 17

Body composition refers to the distribution of body compartments as part of the total body weight.

Accepted Answer

Body composition refers to the proportion of various components that make up a person's body weight, such as muscle, bone, fat, and water. It is not just a measure of overall weight, but rather the distribution and proportion of these different components throughout the body.

Question 18

Food and nutrition information is assessed either by collecting data _______________ or by summarizing data gathered _______________.

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The answer of Food and nutrition information is assessed either...

Question 19

In general, the _______________ are much more useful to the consumer purchasing groceries than the dietitian performing a nutrition assessment.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In general, the _______________ are much more...

Question 20

Reduced grip strength is an example of anthropometric data measured in a nutrition assessment.

Accepted Answer

Reduced grip strength is a functional measure, not an anthropometric measurement, which typically includes measurements like height, weight, and body circumferences.

Quiz 3: Nutrition Assessment Foundation of the Nutrition Care Process