Nutritional Therapy Principles Quiz
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Nutritional Therapy Principles Quiz

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How should detailed dietary modifications be presented to patients?

  • With clear guidelines, menu guidance, and alternatives (correct)
  • With minimal options and no supporting information
  • Without any explanations to challenge the patient
  • With limited information to avoid confusion
  • What is the primary principle of diet/nutrition therapy?

  • It should be based on the patient's favorite foods
  • It should be a complete elimination of all existing foods
  • It should consist of only liquids
  • It is based on the patient's normal nutritional requirements (correct)
  • What should patients understand about the relationship between food and diet?

  • The key relationship between a food and a diet (correct)
  • The more food consumed, the better it is for the diet
  • Food choices have no impact on dietary health
  • There is no relationship between food and diet
  • Why should nutrient requirements specific to a particular disease state be kept in mind when planning a diet?

    <p>Because it is essential for planning the right diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor is likely to increase the chances of patients following dietary changes?

    <p>Giving clear explanations and simple instructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) often used for in relation to therapeutic diets?

    <p>As a basis for evaluating the adequacy of therapeutic diets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor can affect an individual's diet according to the text?

    <p>Income, knowledge, taste preferences, religious beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Diet' for a person is defined as their _____?

    <p>'Intake of food and drink'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Any therapeutic diet is a modification of _____?'

    <p>'Normal nutritional needs'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a normal or general diet according to the text?

    <p>To be consistent with the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) and based on food groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for monitoring a patient's food selection and intake on a normal or general diet?

    <p>The clinical dietitian</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the intended purpose of a normal or general diet according to the text?

    <p>For hospitalized patients whose medical condition does not require a therapeutic modification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest is important for ensuring the nutritional adequacy of a normal or general diet?

    <p>The patient's selection of food and intake of food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor in the planning of a normal or general diet?

    <p>The region, type of hospital, and clientele</p> Signup and view all the answers

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