Question 1

The registered dietitian may recommend which of the following additions to PT's diet to help decrease the absorption of lipids?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​nuts 
B)  ​magnesium 
C)  ​folate 
D)  ​soluble fiber 
E)  ​protein 
A)  ​nuts 
B)  ​magnesium 
C)  ​folate 
D)  ​soluble fiber 
E)  ​protein

Question 2

The components of metabolic syndrome include elevated triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, insulin resistance, elevated blood pressure, and:​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​abdominal obesity. 
B)  ​cerebral edema. 
C)  ​low exercise tolerance. 
D)  ​muscle tetany. 
E)  ​early-onset dementia. 
A)  ​abdominal obesity. 
B)  ​cerebral edema. 
C)  ​low exercise tolerance. 
D)  ​muscle tetany. 
E)  ​early-onset dementia.

Question 3

A dietitian is using the CAGE questions to assess for intakes of saturated fat and cholesterol in a client's diet. The "C" in CAGE stands for:​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​convenience. 
B)  ​calories. 
C)  ​calcium. 
D)  ​caffeine. 
E)  ​cheese. 
A)  ​convenience. 
B)  ​calories. 
C)  ​calcium. 
D)  ​caffeine. 
E)  ​cheese.

Question 4

Research recommends how much daily intake from saturated fat food sources?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​No more than 15% of total kcal 
B)  ​No more than 12% of total kcal 
C)  ​No more than 10% of total kcal 
D)  ​No more than 7% of total kcal 
E)  ​0% to no more than 5% of total kcal 
A)  ​No more than 15% of total kcal 
B)  ​No more than 12% of total kcal 
C)  ​No more than 10% of total kcal 
D)  ​No more than 7% of total kcal 
E)  ​0% to no more than 5% of total kcal

Question 5

Uncontrolled contractions of the heart ventricle that are often associated with myocardial infarction are known as:​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​ventricular tachycardia. 
B)  ​ventricular fibrillation. 
C)  ​ventricular shock arrhythmias. 
D)  ​atrial fibrillation. 
E)  ​complete heart block. 
A)  ​ventricular tachycardia. 
B)  ​ventricular fibrillation. 
C)  ​ventricular shock arrhythmias. 
D)  ​atrial fibrillation. 
E)  ​complete heart block.

Question 6

PT's diet is high in which element?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​polyunsaturated fat 
B)  ​saturated fat 
C)  ​vitamin D 
D)  ​monounsaturated fat 
E)  ​potassium 
A)  ​polyunsaturated fat 
B)  ​saturated fat 
C)  ​vitamin D 
D)  ​monounsaturated fat 
E)  ​potassium

Question 7

List the classifications of complications that can occur after a myocardial infarction.

Accepted Answer

Complications may include dist

Question 8

Which is an example of a loop diuretic used in the treatment of hypertension?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​furosemide 
B)  ​hydrochlorothiazide 
C)  ​acetazolamide 
D)  ​spironolactone 
E)  ​methazolamide 
A)  ​furosemide 
B)  ​hydrochlorothiazide 
C)  ​acetazolamide 
D)  ​spironolactone 
E)  ​methazolamide

Question 9

Since the intakes of magnesium and calcium can directly impact the progression and management of HF, accurate assessment of both of these nutrients is essential.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A(n) _______________ is a surgical procedure in which a person's failing heart is replaced with a healthy heart from a suitable deceased donor.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) _______________ is a surgical procedure in...

Question 11

What best describes how ACE inhibitors work to control hypertension?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Decreasing blood volume by increasing urinary output 
B)  ​Blocking beta-receptors in the heart to decrease heart rate and cardiac output 
C)  ​Decreasing peripheral vascular resistance by interfering with the production of angiotensin II from angiotensin I 
D)  ​Reducing stroke volume 
E)  ​Affecting the movement of calcium, which causes the blood vessels to relax 
A)  ​Decreasing blood volume by increasing urinary output 
B)  ​Blocking beta-receptors in the heart to decrease heart rate and cardiac output 
C)  ​Decreasing peripheral vascular resistance by interfering with the production of angiotensin II from angiotensin I 
D)  ​Reducing stroke volume 
E)  ​Affecting the movement of calcium, which causes the blood vessels to relax

Question 12

Which describes a non-invasive test used in patients with symptoms of PAD that measures the blood pressure in the upper and lower extremities at rest and after exercise?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​magnetic resonance angiography 
B)  ​radionucleotide imaging 
C)  ​positron emission tomography 
D)  ​ankle-brachial index 
E)  ​CT angiography 
A)  ​magnetic resonance angiography 
B)  ​radionucleotide imaging 
C)  ​positron emission tomography 
D)  ​ankle-brachial index 
E)  ​CT angiography

Question 13

Immediate nutrition goals after a heart transplant are to supply adequate nutrients so the body can heal and to:​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​reduce fluid buildup. 
B)  ​prevent potassium loss. 
C)  ​increase energy intake. 
D)  ​prepare for cardiac rehabilitation. 
E)  ​fight infections. 
A)  ​reduce fluid buildup. 
B)  ​prevent potassium loss. 
C)  ​increase energy intake. 
D)  ​prepare for cardiac rehabilitation. 
E)  ​fight infections.

Question 14

Though many myocardial cells have the capability of generating spontaneous electrical activity, electrical activity is initiated at the atrioventricular (AV) node.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Hypothyroidism leading to obesity has also been identified as a risk factor for coronary atherosclerosis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which compound, when consumed twice daily, can have therapeutic effects on cholesterol?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​nuts 
B)  ​folate 
C)  ​vitamin B6 
D)  ​plant stanols 
E)  ​vitamin B12 
A)  ​nuts 
B)  ​folate 
C)  ​vitamin B6 
D)  ​plant stanols 
E)  ​vitamin B12

Question 17

A comprehensive approach that addresses multiple lifestyle factors has the most significant effect on blood pressure control for hypertensive individuals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Signs of right-sided heart failure include distended neck veins, flushing, and:​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​dry mouth. 
B)  ​ascites. 
C)  ​sunken eyes. 
D)  ​decreased urine output. 
E)  ​constipation. 
A)  ​dry mouth. 
B)  ​ascites. 
C)  ​sunken eyes. 
D)  ​decreased urine output. 
E)  ​constipation.

Question 19

Explain the components of the guide to therapeutic lifestyle changes (TLC), listing examples from each of the segments.

Accepted Answer

Foods to choose more often: Increase ser

Question 20

_______________ hypertension occurs as a result of another primary problem, such as kidney disease, other cardiovascular diseases, endocrine disorders, or neurogenic disorders.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______________ hypertension occurs as a result of...

Exam 13: Diseases of the Cardiovascular System

The registered dietitian may recommend which of the following additions to PT's diet to help decrease the absorption of lipids?​

The components of metabolic syndrome include elevated triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, insulin resistance, elevated blood pressure, and:​

A dietitian is using the CAGE questions to assess for intakes of saturated fat and cholesterol in a client's diet. The "C" in CAGE stands for:​

Research recommends how much daily intake from saturated fat food sources?​

Uncontrolled contractions of the heart ventricle that are often associated with myocardial infarction are known as:​

PT's diet is high in which element?​

List the classifications of complications that can occur after a myocardial infarction.

Which is an example of a loop diuretic used in the treatment of hypertension?​

Since the intakes of magnesium and calcium can directly impact the progression and management of HF, accurate assessment of both of these nutrients is essential.

A(n) _______________ is a surgical procedure in which a person's failing heart is replaced with a healthy heart from a suitable deceased donor.

What best describes how ACE inhibitors work to control hypertension?​

Which describes a non-invasive test used in patients with symptoms of PAD that measures the blood pressure in the upper and lower extremities at rest and after exercise?​

Immediate nutrition goals after a heart transplant are to supply adequate nutrients so the body can heal and to:​

Though many myocardial cells have the capability of generating spontaneous electrical activity, electrical activity is initiated at the atrioventricular (AV) node.

Hypothyroidism leading to obesity has also been identified as a risk factor for coronary atherosclerosis.

Which compound, when consumed twice daily, can have therapeutic effects on cholesterol?​

A comprehensive approach that addresses multiple lifestyle factors has the most significant effect on blood pressure control for hypertensive individuals.

Signs of right-sided heart failure include distended neck veins, flushing, and:​

Explain the components of the guide to therapeutic lifestyle changes (TLC), listing examples from each of the segments.

_______________ hypertension occurs as a result of another primary problem, such as kidney disease, other cardiovascular diseases, endocrine disorders, or neurogenic disorders.

Role of the Dietitian in the Health Care System

The Nutrition Care Process

Nutrition Assessment - Foundation of the Nutrition Care Process

Nutrition Intervention and Nutrition Monitoring and Evaluation

Enteral and Parental Nutrition Support

Documentation of the Nutrition Care Process

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Acid Base Balance

Cellular and Physiological Response to Injury - the Role of the Immune System

Nutritional Genomics

Pharmacology

Diseases and Disorders of Energy Imbalance

Diseases of the Upper Gastrointestinal Tract

Diseases of the Lower Gastrointenstinal Tract

Diseases of the Liver - Gallbladder - and Exocrine Pancreas

Diseases of the Endocrine System

Diseases of the Renal System

Diseases of the Hematological System

Diseases and Disorders of the Neurological System

Diseases of the Respiratory System

Metabolic Stress and the Critically Ill

Neoplastic Disease

HIV and Aids

Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System

Metabolic Disorders

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The registered dietitian may recommend which of the following additions to PT's diet to help decrease the absorption of lipids?

The components of metabolic syndrome include elevated triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, insulin resistance, elevated blood pressure, and:

A dietitian is using the CAGE questions to assess for intakes of saturated fat and cholesterol in a client's diet. The "C" in CAGE stands for:

Research recommends how much daily intake from saturated fat food sources?

Uncontrolled contractions of the heart ventricle that are often associated with myocardial infarction are known as:

PT's diet is high in which element?

Which is an example of a loop diuretic used in the treatment of hypertension?

What best describes how ACE inhibitors work to control hypertension?

Which describes a non-invasive test used in patients with symptoms of PAD that measures the blood pressure in the upper and lower extremities at rest and after exercise?

Immediate nutrition goals after a heart transplant are to supply adequate nutrients so the body can heal and to:

Which compound, when consumed twice daily, can have therapeutic effects on cholesterol?

Signs of right-sided heart failure include distended neck veins, flushing, and: