Episode 28: Management Theories | I'm a Little Chai This week, Zak give shares the basics you need to know about our motivational theories of management. Come have a listen and enjoy some Chai on this one! 1. Under Herzberg’s Two-Factor Model, which of the following would be considered a hygiene-maintenance factor?  A. Annual cost of living increase B. Promotion  C. Employee of the Month posting  D. Growth opportunities 2. Based on McClelland’s Model, employees have a desire...

Episode 27: Eating Disorders MNT | Wildin' Wings This week, Zak give shares the basics you need to know about Eating Disorders as a nutrition professional. We apply it to some practice questions and talk some wings! 1. Anorexia Nervosa would be most characteristic of: A. Overweight, binging, and purging B. Underweight, selective eating, normal period C. Underweight, Ammenorrheic, Anemic D. Obese, Binging, Emotional Eating 2. Which of the following would be the nutrition priority...

Episode 26: Baking Basics | Farmer's Market Dinners This week, Zak give you the ins and outs of baking concepts you need to know for the RD Exam. Confused about the purpose of eggs? This one is for you! 1. A production line produced a dozen cakes for a party that all ended up having a fallen center. What was the likely cause?  A. Too little baking powder  B. Overcooking  C. Too much mixing  D. Excess sugar and fat  2. What purpose does glute provide in baking properties?  A. Causes...

Episode 25: Lung Disease MNT | Let Them Eat Cake! This week, Zak hits MNT for Pulmonary Conditions and explains Respiratory Quotient. e rundown on how to plan a menu for your big event, or the RD Exam. Come get better on your MNT for a sweet treat after. 1. Which of the following nutrients would have the lowest RQ?  A) Protein B) Carbs C) Fats D) Amylose  2. Which diet would be recommended for a patient with COPD?  A) Small frequent meals, low calorie B) Large meals, high...

Episode 24: Menu Planning Essentials with Practice Questions This week, Zak gives you the rundown on how to plan a menu for your big event, or the RD Exam. Come have a listen as we work on this concept together and prepare for any questions to come our way! 1. Food habits could be best characterized by ______ A) Nutritional content of the meal  B) Satisfaction by the customer  C) Sustainability costs  D) Practices and attitudes for what a person will eat 2. Which is an example...

Episode 23: Community Program Development and Flexible Lentils This week, Zak checks in on situational practice questions and developing community programs. Come have a listen as we work on this concept together and prepare for any questions to come our way! 1. A group of people living independently in a senior citizens residence asks the community dietitian for information about shopping and cooking for one. What action should the dietitian take first?  A) Discuss with the residents...

Episode 22: Hormones, Practice Questions, and Treats of the Past  This week, Zak celebrates a new job as a campus dietitian, discusses a treat from his old job that will be missed, and reviews the major hormones to know for the RD Exam with some practice questions. Listen in!  Which of the following hormones an increase in reabsorption of water and sodium: A. Vitamin D B. Aldosterone C. Ghrelin D. Somatostatin 2. Secretion of hydrochloric acid from stomach parietal cells is triggered...

Episode 21: Food Borne Illness and Garlic Mashed Potatoes  This week, Zak celebrates Thanksgiving with giving you the run down on each food borne illness to know for the exam. We also discuss a hearty recipe for garlic mashed potatoes.  Food Borne Illnesses Reviewed:  Salmonella Campylobacteria Jejuni  Shigella Bacillus Cereus  Listeria Staphylococcus  Botulsim  E. Coli  Streptococcus Any many more!  DM for your RD Exam tutoring needs! Instagram: @zak_snacks Youtube:...

Episode 20: Lab Values and Homemade Pizza  This week, Zak celebrates 20 Episodes with a special Lab Values review and gives his favorite Homemade Pizza recipe.  Anemia Labs:  Hemoglobin Hematocrit Mean Corpuscular Volume  Transferrin  TIBC Ferritin  Cholesterol Labs:  Total Cholesterol  HDL LDL TAG Diabetes Labs: Blood Glucose Hgb A1C  Kidney Labs:  GFR Creatinine BUN Minerals & Electrolytes:  Sodium Potassium Phosphorus Calcium ...

Episode 19: EN vs. PN, Practice Questions, and Halloween Treats  This week, Zak talks about when to eat orally, use enteral, or go with parenteral. He pairs these up with some great questions and tells you about some spooky treats.  1. A 45 y/o female arrives to the hospital with intractable vomiting. She has had poor oral intake and abdominal pain for 1 week. She is found to have a short-bowel obstruction. What would be your FIRST step? A. Start the patient on an oral diet B. Place an NG...

Episode 18: Beer Bonged Feeding Tubes, Plant Pigments, and Pumpkin Pie Shakes This week, Zak talks about his best tips for exam day, HACCP plans, and homemade hummus!  1. A written document based on HACCP principles that outline procedures to be followed is known as a _______. A. HACCP Plan B. HACCP System C. HACCP Team D. Critical Point  2. Critical control points are:  A. a step at which control can be applied and is essential to prevent or eliminate a food safety hazard or reduce...

Episode 17: Beer Bonged Feeding Tubes, Plant Pigments, and Pumpkin Pie Shakes  This week, Zak talks about odd things patients do with their tubes, plant pigments for the RD Exam, and Pumpkin Pie shakes  1. Which of the following foods will not react in an acid or base solution? A. Broccoli B. Red Cabbage C. Onions D. Tomatoes 2. When overcooked or exposed to an acid, chlorophyll will change to a _______ color. A. Bright Green B. Olive-Brown C. No Change D. Blue  3. White plant...

Episode 16: MNT Tips, Kidney Disease, and Fall Carrot Soup  This week, Zak gives you tips on how to learn MNT concepts, lacing this together with all the kidney diseases you need to know for the RD Exam. We finish off talking Pureed Carrot Soup with a creamy finish.  1. Which of the following would be an appropriate diet for a patient with an acute kidney injury is not on dialysis? A. High Protein, High Sodium Diet B. Low Sodium, High Potassium diet C. Fluid restricted diet with...

Episode 15: Van Conversion, Food Allergies, and Oatmeal Evolution  This week, Zak talks about converting a sprinter van, food allergies for the RD Exam, and the first (and latest) food he has cooked, Oatmeal!  1. Which of the following contains one of the top 8 food allergens? A. Oatmeal B. Rye C. Tomatoes D. Pork Loin 2. Which of the following is an example of cross-contact? A. Using a spoon to mix a spinach salad and serve potatoes B. Cooking french fries in the same corn oil...

Episode 14: Football Season, Vitamin Sources, and Swedish Meatballs  This week, Zak talks about happiness in the football season, food sources of vitamins, and meatballs of Sweden.  1. Which of the following would be the best source of Vitamin D? A. Asparagus B. Sardines C. Oranges D. Edamame 2. Which of the following vitamins is essential for energy metabolism? A. Vitamin A B. Vitamin D C. Vitamin E D. Vitamin B2 DM for your RD Exam tutoring needs! Instagram:...

EPISODE 13: Panama City, Dietary Religious Practices, and Ugly Desserts  Today Zak talks about his recent visit to Panama, the different dietary religious practices, and his ugly after-school desserts.  1. Which of the following foods would not acceptable for dietary jewish law? A. Grilled Sirloin with Onions  B. Tofu Stir Fry C. Cheese-Stuffed Portabello Mushrooms D. Chicken Alfredo  2. A patient is practicing Hindu dietary laws. Which of the following foods is the best source of thiamin...

EPISODE 12: Dissecting Practice Questions, Foodservice Systems, and Poached Eggs  Today Zak talks about his method for dissecting practice questions and putting the odds in your favor. We dissect these practice questions and discuss some foodservice systems that are common for the exam.  1. What is secreted in the bloodstream in amounts equal to insulin secretion and thus can be used as a clinical indicator of endogenous insulin production? A. Glucose B. C-peptide C. Glutamic acid D....

EPISODE 11: How do you get Movie Star Jacked? Biochem Practice and Stuffing Crepes  Today Zak talks about the physiology behind celebrities who get fit for their role, reinforce our biochem basics, and make crepes!  1. Which of the following hormones would be excreted the MOST in a ketogenic or very-low carbohydrate diet? a. Insulin b. Glucagon c. Leptin d. Testosterone 2. ________ is the substrate required for gluconeogenesis. a. Glucose b. Glycogen c. Acetyl CoA d. HDL 3....

Episode 10: Can I eat my way to Good Immunity? Practice Questions and Smoothies  Today Zak reviews some essential vitamins for supporting immunity. We also go through 3 Vitamin practice questions for the RD exam.  1. Xerophthalmia, is a condition most closely associated with ________ deficiency: a. Vitamin B6  b. Vitamin E c. Vitamin B12  d. Vitamin A  2. Which of the following foods would be the best source of Vitamin D? a. Spinach b. Non-Fortified Orange Juice c. Sardines d....

EPISODE 9: Tube Feeding Tolerance, MNT Practice Questions, and European Borscht  Today Zak talks about how he likes to manage his tube feedings intolerance and gives you a few practice questions to apply it.  1. Which of the following formula osmolality would be closest to that of normal body osmolality? a. 350 mOsm/L b. 450 mOsm/L c. 500 mOsm/L d. 750 mOsm/L 2. A 45-year old male arrived at the hospital with severe dehydration and constipation. He has been on tube feeding for 3...

Episode 8: The 5 Functions of Management, Domain 3 Practice Questions, Carb-Control for Triathletes Today Zak talks the 5 Functions and of Management and attaches 3 solid practice questions to master this concept.  1. The management function in which efficiency and performance standard are measured is known as: a. Organizing b. Controlling c. Directing d. Forecasting 2. Using problem solving and decision making to ensure proper utilization of all resources. a. Planning b....

Episode 7: Acidosis vs. Alkalosis, MNT Practice Questions, and Chia Seed Puddin'  Today Zak discusses a challenging battle with knowing Acidosis vs. Alkalosis.  We also analyze 2 MNT Practice Questions related to Acidosis and Alkalosis.  A 40 year old male presents to the hospital with hypoxia. He has a past history of COPD and is O2 dependent at home. His lab values show CO2=65, bicarbonate = 25, and pH=6.5. Which condition does he likely present with? Respiratory acidosis Respiratory...

Episode 6: Learn Cooking Methods, Domain 4 Practice Questions, and a Vietnamese Pho Favorite  Today we discuss common cooking methods in case you didn't train at the CIA or knew Anthony Bourdain personally.  We also analyze 2 Domain 4 Practice Questions about cooking methods using the process of elimination strategy!  1. Which of the following cooking methods involves dry-method cooking? a. Roasting b. Braising c. Boiling d. Blanching 2. A food science class is learning about methods...

Episode 5: What a dietitian considers “HEALTHY”, clinical practice questions, perfect munchies.  Today we're talking "HEALTHY" diets and what that term actually means. Learn what an average healthful individual should be eating for a wellful diet.  We also analyze 3 Clinical Practice Questions and I give you tips and tricks of how to eliminate answers.  **Hint: Are you smart enough to find my error during my practice questions?**  1. A child with PKU requires supplementation of which...