ACBN Quality Control & Assurance 5

Question 1

Which of the following is the MOST reliable method for verifying that a dishwasher is sanitizing effectively?

Accepted Answer

Using test strips or thermometers to confirm proper sanitizer concentration or water temperature

Answer

Test strips verify chemical sanitizer concentration, and thermometers confirm high-temperature sanitization, providing objective evidence of effective sanitizing.

Question 2

A clinical nutritionist notices that a hospital's enteral formula preparation room lacks a dedicated handwashing sink. This is a violation of:

Accepted Answer

Prerequisite programs related to facility design and hygiene

Answer

Adequate handwashing facilities are a fundamental prerequisite program requirement, and their absence represents a structural deficiency in the facility's food safety foundation.

Question 3

When a food product is voluntarily recalled, the company must notify:

Accepted Answer

The FDA and take steps to remove the product from commerce

Answer

For FDA-regulated foods, companies conducting voluntary recalls must notify the FDA and take appropriate actions to remove the product from commerce to protect public health.

Question 4

The purpose of a corrective action log in a HACCP system is to:

Accepted Answer

Document deviations from critical limits and the actions taken to address them

Answer

Corrective action logs document what went wrong, why, the corrective steps taken, and how recurrence will be prevented, providing an essential record for HACCP compliance.

Question 5

A nutritionist recommending quality metrics for a school food program should prioritize which of the following as a key performance indicator (KPI)?

Accepted Answer

Meal participation rate and nutrient analysis compliance with USDA standards

Answer

Meal participation rate and nutrient compliance with USDA standards directly measure whether the program is achieving its core mission of providing nutritious meals to students.

ACBN - Nutritionist Exam Practice Test

ACBN - Nutritionist Exam Practice Test

ACBN Quality Control & Assurance 5