RMA Nutrition and Patient Education

Question 1

A patient with Type 2 diabetes asks about dietary carbohydrate management. Which of the following is the best advice?

Accepted Answer

Focus on consistent carbohydrate intake, choosing complex carbohydrates over simple sugars

Answer

For Type 2 diabetes management, consistent carbohydrate intake distributed throughout the day and choosing complex carbohydrates (whole grains, vegetables) over simple sugars helps maintain stable blood glucose levels.

Question 2

Which vitamin is synthesized by the body when the skin is exposed to sunlight?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D

Answer

Vitamin D is synthesized in the skin from 7-dehydrocholesterol when exposed to ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation from sunlight. It is essential for calcium absorption and bone health.

Question 3

What does BMI stand for and what does it measure?

Accepted Answer

Body Mass Index — a calculation of body fat based on height and weight

Answer

BMI (Body Mass Index) is a numerical value calculated from a person's weight and height (weight in kg divided by height in meters squared) that is used as a screening tool for weight categories associated with health risks.

Question 4

Which mineral is essential for the synthesis of hemoglobin and oxygen transport in red blood cells?

Accepted Answer

Iron

Answer

Iron is an essential component of the hemoglobin molecule in red blood cells and of myoglobin in muscle. Without adequate iron, the body cannot produce sufficient hemoglobin, leading to iron deficiency anemia.

Question 5

When educating a patient about the DASH diet, which of the following best describes its primary purpose?

Accepted Answer

To manage hypertension by emphasizing fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy

Answer

The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet is specifically designed to lower blood pressure by emphasizing nutrient-dense foods rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium, and fiber while limiting sodium, saturated fats, and added sugars.

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RMA Nutrition and Patient Education