Health Promotion and MaintenanceQuestion 186 of 2368
A client asks which snack is the most nutrient-dense. Which choice should the nurse identify?
- Fruit-flavored hard candies
- Potato chips
- Regular soda
- Raw carrots and an apple
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Correct answer: Raw carrots and an apple
Nutrient-dense foods have high nutritional value relative to their calories, such as fruits and vegetables.
Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Nutrition: Choose MyPlate Food Guide. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Health Promotion and Maintenance"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026