PCT PCT Nutrition and Diet 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which diet modification is most appropriate for a patient with dysphagia?
- Regular unrestricted diet
- Mechanical soft or pureed diet (Correct answer)
- High-fiber diet with raw vegetables
- Unrestricted clear liquids only
Correct answer: Mechanical soft or pureed diet
Patients with dysphagia need mechanically altered textures such as soft or pureed foods to reduce the risk of aspiration during swallowing.
Question 2: A clear liquid diet includes which of the following?
- Milk, yogurt, and pudding
- Broth, gelatin, and clear fruit juice (Correct answer)
- Mashed potatoes and soft cereals
- Scrambled eggs and applesauce
Correct answer: Broth, gelatin, and clear fruit juice
A clear liquid diet consists only of transparent, easily digested liquids such as broth, gelatin, apple juice, and water.
Question 3: Which nutrient is most critical for wound healing?
- Carbohydrates
- Fat
- Protein (Correct answer)
- Insoluble fiber
Correct answer: Protein
Protein provides the essential amino acids needed to build and repair tissue, making it the most critical nutrient for wound healing.
Question 4: A patient on a low-sodium diet should be advised to avoid:
- Fresh fruits and vegetables
- Canned soups and processed meats (Correct answer)
- Plain baked chicken breast
- Plain drinking water
Correct answer: Canned soups and processed meats
Canned soups and processed meats are extremely high in added sodium and must be avoided on a sodium-restricted diet.
Question 5: BMI is used in clinical settings to:
- Screen weight status using height and weight (Correct answer)
- Measure muscle mass with imaging
- Calculate daily caloric needs precisely
- Determine fluid balance in patients
Correct answer: Screen weight status using height and weight
BMI (Body Mass Index) is calculated from height and weight to screen patients for underweight, healthy weight, overweight, or obesity.
Question 6: Which food is well known for its high potassium content?
- White rice
- Banana (Correct answer)
- White bread
- Butter
Correct answer: Banana
Bananas are among the most potassium-rich foods and are commonly recommended for patients needing to increase their potassium intake.
PCT PCT Nutrition and Diet 1
Which diet modification is most appropriate for a patient with dysphagia?