NCCPT Nutrition and Client Habits 3

Question 1

A client on a 2,000-calorie diet asks how many grams of fat they should consume if fat should make up 30% of their intake. What is the correct answer?

Accepted Answer

67 grams

Answer

30% of 2,000 calories = 600 fat calories; 600 ÷ 9 calories per gram = ~67 grams of fat.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a fat-soluble vitamin?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin E

Answer

Vitamins A, D, E, and K are fat-soluble; Vitamins C and the B vitamins are water-soluble.

Question 3

A client says they feel hungry an hour after eating. Which food choice would BEST improve satiety at their next meal?

Accepted Answer

Brown rice with grilled chicken and broccoli

Answer

Combining complex carbohydrates, lean protein, and fiber-rich vegetables creates a more satiating meal that slows digestion.

Question 4

When educating a client about sodium intake, the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting sodium to no more than:

Accepted Answer

2,300 mg per day

Answer

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting sodium to less than 2,300 mg per day for most adults.

Question 5

A client has a habit of stress-eating sweets in the afternoon. Which behavior modification technique would MOST directly address this trigger?

Accepted Answer

Identify the stress trigger and replace the behavior with a non-food coping strategy

Answer

Identifying the trigger and substituting an alternative coping behavior targets the root cause of stress-eating rather than just restricting food.

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NCCPT Nutrition and Client Habits 3