Dietetics Quiz: Medical Diet and Dietary Needs
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What is the primary objective of a therapeutic diet?

  • To compensate for dietary deficiencies (correct)
  • To solely rely on supplementation
  • To provide emotional support to the patient
  • To restrict caloric intake

    • What is a major challenge associated with therapeutic diets?

  • They are hard to customize
  • They are too expensive to prepare
  • They are unbalanced and monotonous (correct)
  • They are too flexible

    • What is a key principle of dietetics?

  • Following rules of an adequate and balanced diet (correct)
  • Relying heavily on supplementation
  • Focusing solely on nutrient-dense foods
  • Minimizing food restrictions

    • What is the primary benefit of including fruits and vegetables in a therapeutic diet for hypertension?

    <p>They are high in potassium, magnesium, and fiber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a diet sheet in dietetics?

    <p>To illustrate the quantitative and qualitative aspects of a diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a specific dietary approach recommended for lowering blood pressure?

    <p>DASH diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the DASH diet?

    <p>To lower blood pressure through nutrient-rich foods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a daily serving recommendation in the DASH diet?

    <p>5-6 meat servings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a therapeutic diet for CAD focused on?

    <p>Managing hypercholesterolemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a strategy for planning meals for someone with heart disease?

    <p>Serving more vegetables and fruits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of the DASH diet?

    <p>Low sugar and salt intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a goal of the DASH diet in terms of CAD and stroke?

    <p>To reduce the risk of CAD and stroke</p> Signup and view all the answers

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