CNC Dietary Planning & Nutritional Guidelines 4

Question 1

A client following a Mediterranean diet asks which oil should be the primary fat source. What is the correct recommendation?

Accepted Answer

Extra virgin olive oil

Answer

Extra virgin olive oil is the hallmark fat of the Mediterranean diet, providing monounsaturated fats and polyphenols linked to cardiovascular benefits.

Question 2

What is the primary difference between the Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) and the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)?

Accepted Answer

EAR meets needs of 50% of the population; RDA meets needs of 97–98%

Answer

The EAR meets the median (50%) population requirement while the RDA is set 2 standard deviations above the EAR to meet 97–98% of individuals' needs.

Question 3

A nutrition coach working with a client who has Type 2 diabetes should prioritize which dietary strategy to help manage postprandial blood glucose?

Accepted Answer

Spreading carbohydrate intake evenly throughout the day

Answer

Distributing carbohydrate intake consistently across meals helps prevent large blood glucose spikes and supports more stable glycemic control throughout the day.

Question 4

Which approach to meal planning uses a visual guide that assigns specific portions of the hand to estimate serving sizes?

Accepted Answer

Hand portion method

Answer

The hand portion method uses parts of the hand (palm, fist, cupped hand, thumb) as portable, individualized guides for estimating protein, carbohydrate, vegetable, and fat servings.

Question 5

A 45-year-old female client reports consuming 1,200 mg of calcium per day. According to the DRI, is this intake adequate?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the RDA for women 19–50 is 1,000 mg/day

Answer

The calcium RDA for women aged 19–50 is 1,000 mg/day, so 1,200 mg/day exceeds this recommendation and is adequate.

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CNC Dietary Planning & Nutritional Guidelines 4