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Question 1

A DTR is working with a patient who has end-stage renal disease (ESRD) on hemodialysis. Which nutrient restriction is typically required?

Accepted Answer

Potassium, phosphorus, and sodium

Answer

Patients on hemodialysis typically require restriction of potassium, phosphorus, sodium, and fluid due to impaired renal excretion.

Question 2

The Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) is defined as the nutrient intake level that meets the needs of what percentage of healthy individuals?

Accepted Answer

50%

Answer

The EAR is the intake level that meets the estimated nutrient requirements of 50% of healthy individuals in a group.

Question 3

A DTR counseling a patient with celiac disease should advise avoidance of which grains?

Accepted Answer

Wheat, barley, and rye

Answer

Celiac disease requires strict avoidance of wheat, barley, and rye, as these contain gluten that triggers an autoimmune intestinal response.

Question 4

In a HACCP plan, a Critical Control Point (CCP) is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A step where control can be applied to prevent or eliminate a food safety hazard

Answer

A CCP is a step in the food production process where control measures can be applied to prevent, eliminate, or reduce a food safety hazard to an acceptable level.

Question 5

A DTR is calculating the food cost percentage for a school lunch program. If the food cost is $1.20 and the meal is reimbursed at $3.00, what is the food cost percentage?

Accepted Answer

40%

Answer

$1.20 ÷ $3.00 × 100 = 40% food cost percentage.

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Practice Test

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Practice Test

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Registered Dietetic Technician 4