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. Baked Beans 

3. Which of the following foods would you recommend for a patient with a non-healing wound?

a. Kiwi

b. Potato

c. Oatmeal

d. Mushrooms 

We finish with some filling smoothies for a solid summer. 

Instagram: @zak_snacks

Youtube: Zak Kaesberg MS, RDN

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 months and his wife completes all his bolus feedings for him. What should the dietitian’s first step be?

a. Increase volume of feedings

b. Changing his formula

c. Switching him to continuous feedings

d. Speak with his wife and discuss their home regiment

3. Commercially prepared tube feeding formula administered through an open-hang system should be replaced after _____ hours.

a. 4

b. 10

c. 12

d. 16

We finish with a European-favorite soup, known as Borscht. 

Instagram: @zak_snacks

Youtube: Zak Kaesberg MS, RDN

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. Organizing

c. Staffing

d. Controlling

3. Using problem solving and decision making to ensure proper utilization of all resources.

a. Planning

b. Organizing

c. Staffing

d. Controlling

We finish with me talking though my carbohydrate control as I train for my first Sprint Triathlon 

Instagram: @zak_snacks

Youtube: Zak Kaesberg MS, RDN

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?

A patient is admitted to the hospital following toxicity to Metformin causing an Acute Kidney Injury (AKI). Her pH=7.0, Bicarbonate=11, and CO2 value=40. Which condition does he likely present with?

We finished with a morning starter of Chia Seed Pudding and its benefits. 

Instagram: @zak_snacks

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 of preparation. Their instructions are to place a cast-iron skillet on the stovetop and cook 5 oz of shrimp in oil on the stovetop until finishes. This is an example of _________. 

a. Braising

b. Convection

c. Stewing

d. Conduction

We finish with my favorite version of a Vietnamese Pho Soup! My go-to on a zero degree evening. 

Instagram: @zak_snacks

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 amino acid?

a. Threonine

b. Tyrosine

c. Methionine

d. Valine

2. In a patient with acute kidney injury who receives continuous renal replacement therapy, energy needs are _______, and protein needs are ________.

a. Increased, Increased

b . Increased, Decreased

c. Decreased, Increased

d. Decreased, Decreased

3. Which of the following would cause metabolic alkalosis?

a. Intractable vomiting

b. COPD

c. Hyperventilation

d. Kidney failure

We lastly finish discussing recommended munchies and drunk snacks for a late night out. 

Instagram: @zak_snacks

Episode 4: Poor Appetite, Leptin vs. Ghrelin, and Turkey Tacos 

The most read headline of an RD's career? Poor appetite persists. Today we discuss physiology of poor appetite, possible interventions, and the sometimes hungry hormone team of Leptin and Ghrelin. 

We also practice an RD exam question about poor appetite. 

1. An obese patient reports they graze on meals and snacks throughout the day and are never hungry before meals. Which of the following would describe their hormone balance? 

We lastly finish with my quest for perfecting a tasty ground turkey taco. Listen in. 

Instagram: @zak_snacks

Episode 3: Proud as a Male RD, Cultural Competence, and Over-rising Breads 

What is it like being a male RD in a female-dominated field? How your gender can be your greatest advantage. And how having female mentors has been so beneficial for me. 

We also practice Domain 1 Questions for Cultural Competence (8:00) 

1. The Camphina-Bacote model suggests that consciousness and understanding of one’s own beliefs, values and norms is known as __________.

a. Process

2. After each day, dietitians will submit a daily productivity report on how many patients they assessed and how much time it took. This is known as a _________ objective.

a. Process

We finish by talking about why my significant other over-rises the bread, and what the end-product is. 

Instagram: @zak_snacks 

How can AVERAGE students pass the RD Exam? Let me tell you! 

Today I tell RDs2be how I passed the RD Exam. Learn how much time it takes, what resources I used, and my not-so-secret technique for test taking that coverts bad test takers to positive ones. 

Hear my opinion on the Pork Tenderloin, an UGLY but not BAD staple for over-worked Midwestern family. 

Open introduction about purpose of this podcast and who this is meant for. Anyone with an interest in nutrition and dietetics may benefit from listening. Weekly discussions with a CDR exam question connected! This week I discuss Anabolism vs. Catabolism and review a CRD Exam question, in addition to give you my tips for a quality Eggplant Parmesan. 

Today's Question: Which of the following inhibits gluconeogenesis?

a.  Glycolysis

b.  Glucagon

c.  Insulin

d.  Glucocorticoids

Listen in to see the correct answer and why.