CDCES CDCES Nutrition and Meal Planning

Question 1

How many grams of carbohydrate are in one carbohydrate serving (exchange) used in basic meal planning for diabetes?

Accepted Answer

15 grams

Answer

10 grams

Answer

20 grams

Answer

25 grams

Question 2

Which eating pattern has the strongest evidence base for improving glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Mediterranean-style diet

Answer

High-fat ketogenic diet

Answer

Raw food diet

Answer

Macrobiotic diet

Question 3

What is the recommended daily fiber intake for adults with diabetes according to the ADA Standards of Care?

Accepted Answer

25–38 g/day

Answer

10–14 g/day

Answer

14–25 g/day

Answer

38–50 g/day

Question 4

A patient asks about non-nutritive sweeteners. Which statement best reflects current ADA guidance?

Accepted Answer

They may be used to reduce overall calorie and carbohydrate intake

Answer

They are prohibited for people with diabetes

Answer

They are preferred over natural sugars regardless of quantity

Answer

They have no effect on blood glucose

Question 5

Which method is most commonly taught to people with type 2 diabetes as a simple visual guide for portion control?

Accepted Answer

The plate method

Answer

Carbohydrate counting

Answer

Glycemic index ranking

Answer

Exchange lists

Question 6

How does dietary fat affect postprandial blood glucose?

Accepted Answer

Fat delays gastric emptying and can prolong postprandial glucose elevation

Answer

Fat rapidly raises blood glucose within 1 hour

Answer

Fat has no effect on blood glucose levels

Answer

Fat immediately lowers blood glucose after a meal