NUR 1172 Exam 3 Nutritional Principles In Nursing.
A client calls into the nurse help line asking questions about his new diagnosis of a peptic
ulcer.
... [Show More] The client asks what might be possible causes of a peptic ulcer.
Selected
Answer: H-pylori and intake of NSAIDS
Correct
Answer: H-pylori and intake of
NSAIDS
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Question 2
A client is admitted with acute pancreatitis. What diet can the nurse expect to be initially
prescribed?
Selected
Answer: Nothing by mouth
Correct
Answer: Nothing by mouth
Question 3
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A client is admitted with urolithiasis (kidney stones). What prescription can the nurse expect
from the health care provider?
Selected
Answer: Intravenous
fluids
Correct
Answer: Intravenous
fluids
Question 4
client recently placed on lipid-lowering statins brings you her food log.
Which of the following breakfasts would indicate a need to re-educate her?
Selected
Answer: 1 cup grapefruit juice, 4 slices of bacon, coffee with milk
Correct
Answer: 1 cup grapefruit juice, 4 slices of bacon, coffee with milk
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Question 5
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A client who has recently been placed on oral medication for his type 2 diabetes asks if he may
continue to drink alcohol with his friends on the weekends. What is the nurse’s best response?
Selected
Answer: Alcohol may increase the effect of your medication, so you need to drink small
amounts, and keep an eye on your blood sugar.
Correct
Answer: Alcohol may increase the effect of your medication, so you need to drink small
amounts, and keep an eye on your blood sugar.
Question 6
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A client with chronic kidney disease consumes an excessive amount of sodium. What symptoms
will this client likely exhibit?
Selected
Answer: edema and
hypertension
Correct
Answer: edema and
hypertension
Question 7
At least twenty percent of women will experience a urinary tract infection (UTI) in their
lifetime. Regular consumption of which food may help prevent the occurrence of a UTI?
Selected
Answer: Cranberry
juice
Correct
Answer: Cranberry
juice
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Question 8
Carbohydrate counting is a useful tool in diabetes meal planning. How many grams of
carbohydrate equals one carbohydrate serving?
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Selected
Answer: 15
Correct
Answer: 15
grams
grams
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Question 9
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Diet for a patient on kidney dialysis is a vital aspect of maintaining biochemical control. What is
one of the basic objectives in planning a diet for these patients?
Selected
Answer: Prevent dehydration and fluid overload
Correct
Answer: Prevent dehydration and fluid overload
Question 10
During a client’s recent colonoscopy, the health care provider found “pockets” in the
colon and diagnosed diverticular disease. Based on the recent evidence, what dietary
advice does the nurse give to the client?
Selected
Answer: Increase the fiber in the diet
Correct
Answer: Increase the fiber in the diet
Question 11
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During an episode of acute exacerbation of inflammatory bowel disease, the client is unable to
tolerate oral intake. What would be an appropriate form of nutrition?
Selected
Answer: Enteral feedings or total parenteral nutrition
Correct
Answer: Enteral feedings or total parenteral nutrition
Question 12
During your clinical rotation at the nursing home, your client is complaining of being
constipated on a regular basis. You discuss with your client how to prevent constipation.
What would you advise your client to avoid?
Selected
Answer: Frequent use of laxatives and enemas
Correct
Answer: Frequent use of laxatives and enemas [Show Less]