RMA Nutrition and Patient Education 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which lab value is most directly used to assess long-term blood glucose control?
- Hemoglobin A1c (Correct answer)
- Fasting potassium
- Serum albumin
- White blood cell count
Correct answer: Hemoglobin A1c
Hemoglobin A1c reflects average blood glucose over roughly three months.
Question 2: Which type of fiber helps lower cholesterol by binding bile acids?
- Soluble fiber (Correct answer)
- Insoluble fiber
- Trans fat
- Saturated fat
Correct answer: Soluble fiber
Soluble fiber binds bile acids and helps reduce LDL cholesterol.
Question 3: A pregnant patient should increase intake of which nutrient to help prevent neural tube defects?
- Folic acid (Correct answer)
- Vitamin A
- Sodium
- Caffeine
Correct answer: Folic acid
Adequate folic acid before and during pregnancy reduces neural tube defect risk.
Question 4: When providing patient education, which factor most affects health literacy?
- Reading and comprehension level (Correct answer)
- Patient's eye color
- Time of the appointment
- Room temperature
Correct answer: Reading and comprehension level
Health literacy depends on the patient's ability to read and understand information.
Question 5: Which deficiency is most commonly associated with microcytic anemia?
- Iron (Correct answer)
- Calcium
- Vitamin D
- Sodium
Correct answer: Iron
Iron deficiency is the most common cause of microcytic anemia.
Question 6: What should an RMA do first when a non-English-speaking patient needs dietary education?
- Arrange a qualified interpreter (Correct answer)
- Use only hand gestures
- Skip the education
- Have a family child translate
Correct answer: Arrange a qualified interpreter
A qualified medical interpreter ensures accurate communication of instructions.
Question 7: Which beverage choice best supports hydration for most patients?
- Water (Correct answer)
- Sweetened soda
- Energy drinks
- Sugary fruit punch
Correct answer: Water
Water hydrates without added sugars or excess calories.
RMA Nutrition and Patient Education 3
Which lab value is most directly used to assess long-term blood glucose control?