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Nutrition WGU

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1. A situation where a person who consumes many calories, but without adequate nutrients can be considered:

Undernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungryLDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per daySupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)examples of proteins

2. Health Maintenance in reducing risk of heart disease/stroke

Undernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungryexamples of proteinsSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)LDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per day

3. -helps low income families acquire food. -helps low-income individuals and families purchase food. More than half of food stamp recipients are children. Formerly known as Food Stamps.

Undernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungrySupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)LDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per dayexamples of proteins

4. (Legumes)Garbanzo beans (chickpea), egg, chicken breast, yogurt, cheese, ground beef, peanut butter, tofu

LDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per daySupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)examples of proteinsUndernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungry

5. Obesity is now considered a ________ by the American Medical Association

diseaseUndernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungrySupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)LDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per day

6. What are some strategies to AVOID when teaching high school students about nutrition.

Focus on how good nutrition will make them pretty -Explain ways to skip or replace meals - - Right and GOOD -Provide recommendations and the reason behind them -Encourage attainable goal setting -Focus on healthy weight maintenance and healthful, and gradual weight lossSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)Undernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungryLDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per day

7. -It burns extra calories, and can promote a return to pre pregnancy weight -It requires extra fluid consumption -It promotes oxytocin release -It may reduce the risk of childhood obesity.

8. Used for digestive problems

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)Undernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungryLDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per dayProbiotics

9. 60g/day or 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight

Undernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungryLDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per dayRecommended daily amount of protein intake?Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

10. How can a pregnant mother minimize the risk of preterm delivery?

LDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per day-Abstain from tobacco and drugs prior to conception and through pregnancy -Discontinue use of all alcohol -Maintain a healthy weight -Maintain a healthy diet to help prevent gestational diabetesUndernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungrySupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

11. What is TRUE of food waste and overpopulation?

12. 'Family Name' - Food labeling must include information about them. - They differ depending on age and gender.

Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)Undernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungrySupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)LDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per day

13. Protective against heart disease

LDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per dayFiber and HDL cholesterol (good)Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)Undernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungry

14. How might you advise a patient about adapting to older adulthood?

15. What is NOT a primary consideration when addressing nutritional needs for a homeless patient?

Is the food fair trade certified?Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)Undernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungryLDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per day

16. Health risks clearly Increased with BMI?

Heart disease, Type2 DM, premature death, Osteoarthritis, sleep apneaUndernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungryLDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per daySupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

17. Poultry like chicken should be cooked or _______within 2 days of purchase

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)Undernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungryfrozen (under 20F) LDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per day

18. Obese children and teenagers are at increased risk of __________

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)coronary heart diseaseUndernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungryLDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per day

19. What is False about breastfeeding?

Reliable form of birth controlUndernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungryLDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per daySupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

20. almost exclusively from animal products - microwave inactivates b12

vitamin b12 rich foodsSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)Undernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungryLDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per day

21. What does Household Food Security Status refer to?

LDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per dayAn outcome measurement to examine the publics ability to secure foodSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)Undernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungry

22. Serve separate meals to different family members

Undernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungryLDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per dayInappropriate advice to a family of a 14year old with anorexiaSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

23. When working with a patient who speaks limited English, what should be avoided?

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)-Using text only to teach -Using only traditional American foods - - May use pictures to teach and may use foods from the persons cultureUndernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungryLDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per day

24. Molds

LDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per daySupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)MycotoxinsUndernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungry

25. How should you counsel a patient about providing information about the supplements they take to the health care team?

LDL levels below - 120 mg/dl | | Limit cholesterol intake less than 30 mg per day | | Saturated fat less than 7 % of total daily calories | | At least 30minutes of activity in DAILY routine | | Sodium levels below 1600mg per day - varies - | | Increase intake of fiber, especially insoluble fiber | | Limit alcohol intake to 1-2 drinks per dayUndernutrition, which also includes the chronically hungry'Supplements can interact with medicine and make the medicines effect too strong. This can cause a life threatening event.'Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

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