CNA Nutrition & Hydration Practice Test

1. Question 1
   • The breakdown of food by acidic gastric juices
   • The condensation of waste products in the large intestine
   • The absorption of nutrients in the small intestine
   • The chewing of food in the mouth
2. Question 2
   • Carbohydrates
   • Fiber
   • Proteins
   • Fats
3. Question 3
   • Limiting intake of all plant-based oils and avocados
   • Increasing consumption of saturated fats found in butter
   • Consuming more trans fats to extend the shelf life of snacks
   • Replacing saturated fats with polyunsaturated fats like those from fish
4. Question 4
   • Whole foods are always cheaper than processed alternatives
   • Whole foods allow for more rapid digestion and absorption
   • Whole fruit usually retains more fiber and is digested more slowly than juice
   • Whole foods contain fewer total calories than juice
5. Question 5
   • To secrete gastric juices into the small intestine
   • To reabsorb water from the large intestine
   • To emulsify fats for better absorption
   • To move food through the esophagus into the stomach
6. Question 6
   • Switch the resident to a liquid-only diet without consulting the nurse
   • Encourage the resident to continue chewing slowly with their gums
   • Report the concerns regarding teeth and mouth pain to the nurse immediately
   • Use only finger foods during the next meal to bypass the need for teeth
7. Question 7
   • Whole grains
   • Protein sources
   • Fruits and vegetables
   • Dairy products
8. Question 8
   • Speak loudly across the room to ensure they can hear the menu choices
   • Avoid talking to the resident during the meal to prevent them from choking
   • Turn up the television in the dining area to keep the resident entertained
   • Ensure hearing aids are in place, charged, and functioning during meals
9. Question 9
   • Three cups
   • Ten cups
   • One cup
   • Five cups
10. Question 10
    • Increased bone density
    • Enhanced tissue repair
    • Improved immune response
    • Chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease
11. Question 11
    • To ensure food is served at the correct consistency
    • To reduce the amount of dishes that need to be washed
    • To save time during service
    • To stimulate the resident's appetite through the aroma of cooking
12. Question 12
    • Growth, tissue repair, and white blood cell production
    • Providing the immediate energy source for blood sugar
    • Insulation and hormone production
    • Primarily serving as a source of soluble fiber
13. Question 13
    • Kidneys
    • Hypothalamus
    • Stomach lining
    • Heart
14. Question 14
    • Increased appetite
    • Skin that immediately returns to its shape when pinched
    • Excessive saliva production
    • Dark, concentrated urine or a marked decrease from the resident's usual urine output
15. Question 15
    • They are naturally more active and sweat more
    • Their stomach processes water faster
    • Their thirst mechanism becomes less responsive over time
    • They absorb more water through solid food intake
16. Question 16
    • Increased energy levels
    • High blood pressure
    • Flushed, moist skin
    • Rapid heart rate
17. Question 17
    • The conscious thought to consume fluids is stimulated
    • The body stops producing urine immediately
    • The stomach releases acids to prepare for fluid ingestion
    • The digestive system immediately begins to break down proteins
18. Question 18
    • Increased bone strength
    • Improved digestion of solid foods
    • Bladder infections and falls
    • Heightened mental alertness
19. Question 19
    • Force the resident to drink a large amount of water quickly
    • Report the observations to the nurse and offer only fluids allowed by the current order and care plan
    • Document the observations and notify the family
    • Restrict fluids to see if the symptoms improve overnight
20. Question 20
    • They are zero percent water and require extra fluid to digest
    • They act as a diuretic, increasing water loss
    • They provide water content in addition to liquids
    • They replace the need for drinking water entirely
21. Question 21
    • Living in a temperate climate with high humidity
    • An active social life with many friends
    • Physical or cognitive challenges in obtaining fluids independently
    • Consuming highly seasoned food
22. Question 22
    • Mainly through sweating during sleep
    • Through the skin via evaporation only
    • Only through urine and stool
    • Urine, stool, sweat, and water vapor lost through skin and breathing
23. Question 23
    • To calculate the caloric intake for weight loss
    • To ensure the resident drinks enough to stay hydrated and/or adheres to restrictions
    • To verify the specific type of thickener used in their beverages
    • To train the resident on how to use the bathroom unassisted
24. Question 24
    • Because residents usually refuse to drink water anyway
    • Because water is toxic in large amounts for everyone
    • Because fluid needs vary based on climate, activity, and kidney function
    • Because the nurse always prefers to calculate fluid needs manually
25. Question 25
    • After receptors in the mouth and stomach detect the ingestion of fluids
    • When the heart rate returns to its baseline rate
    • Once the temperature reaches 37 Celsius
    • When the stomach is completely empty
26. Question 26
    • It works exclusively when the resident is sitting upright
    • It is a reliable indicator of optimal hydration at any age
    • It is entirely dependent on social and cultural habits
    • It is regulated primarily by the liver
27. Question 27
    • The symptoms are normal aging and don't need reporting
    • The person requires an immediate increase in sodium
    • Report the resident's symptoms and objective observations promptly without diagnosing the cause
    • The person has signs of a fever and needs to be isolated
28. Question 28
    • A diet based purely on personal likes and dislikes
    • A diet that is exclusively liquid-based
    • A diet designed only for rapid weight loss
    • A diet altered to include or exclude certain components
29. Question 29
    • To increase the concentration of minerals in the urine
    • To stimulate the appetite for more protein
    • To decrease blood pressure and fluid retention
    • To improve the flavor of bland hospital food
30. Question 30
    • The resident must only have nutrition via a tube
    • The resident requires a low-sodium diet
    • The resident cannot have anything by mouth
    • The resident is only allowed clear liquids

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