If a food is labeled as being reduced Calorie, then it provides 50 fewer Calories per serving than the original product made by the same manufacturer.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 2You are working with a patient whose ability to digest and absorb food is impaired, but whose nutrient needs are not elevated. Which formula would you select for this patient?
a. a standard formula
b. a micronutrient formula
c. a combination of modular formulas
d. a disease-specific formula
e. an elemental formula
Q. 3Food package label heart health claims exist for omega-3 fatty acids and olive oil.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 4An ideal formula for a patient is one that _____.
a. meets his/her medical and nutrient needs
b. is the least expensive
c. provides fiber
d. contains lactose
e. is easiest to administer
Q. 5The consumption of too much trans fatty acids can be biologically harmful.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 6Which type of enteral formula usually has the highest osmolality?
a. standard formulas
b. modular formulas
c. specialized formulas
d. elemental formulas
e. macronutrient formulas
Q. 7The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) are designed to minimally prevent nutrient deficiency.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 8A formula that approximates the osmolality of normal blood serum _____.
a. is called a hypertonic formula
b. is referred to as an isotonic formula
c. has an osmolality of approximately 500 milliosmoles per liter
d. is usually a hydrolyzed formula
e. is used only in special cases
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