Caregiver Nutrition and Meal Preparation

Question 1

A client on a low-sodium diet asks for canned soup. What should the caregiver do?

Accepted Answer

Check the sodium content on the label before serving

Answer

Serve it without checking the label

Answer

Add extra salt to improve the taste

Answer

Serve it only with crackers

Question 2

Which food texture is appropriate for a client with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)?

Accepted Answer

Pureed or minced foods

Answer

Raw carrots

Answer

Whole grapes

Answer

Hard crackers

Question 3

A client with diabetes should avoid which type of beverage?

Accepted Answer

Regular soda with added sugar

Answer

Water

Answer

Unsweetened herbal tea

Answer

Sugar-free flavored water

Question 4

What is the best practice when preparing food for a client with a known food allergy?

Accepted Answer

Use separate utensils and surfaces to prevent cross-contamination

Answer

Only avoid the allergen if the client reminds you

Answer

Assume small amounts are safe

Answer

Ask the client if they want the food anyway

Question 5

When should a caregiver report changes in a client's eating habits to a supervisor?

Accepted Answer

Immediately when a noticeable change occurs

Answer

Only if the client loses more than 20 pounds

Answer

Never, it is a personal choice

Answer

After waiting at least two weeks

Question 6

A client needs thickened liquids per their care plan. Which liquid requires thickening?

Accepted Answer

All liquids including water, juice, and broth

Answer

Only water

Answer

Only juices

Answer

Only coffee and tea

A client on a low-sodium diet asks for canned soup.What should the caregiver do?