Gerontology Nutrition Exam (A+ Guaranteed)

A speech-language pathologist: Select one: A. evaluates denture fit. B. evaluates the patient's ability to swallow. C. is not involved in the nutrition assessment. D. examines the oral cavity for sores or lesions. correct answers B. evaluates the patient's ability to swallow. A weight gain or loss of _____ or _____ over a 6-month period requires investigation into nutritional and health status that may be related to weight change Select one: A. 20 lbs; 15% B. 20 lbs; 20% C. 15 lbs; 10% D. 10 lbs; 10% correct answers D. 10 lbs; 10% Height should be measured how frequently in the older adult? Select one: A. Every year B. Never after their maximum height has been established. C. Every 10 years D. Every 5 years correct answers A. Every year Older adults using folate supplements to reduce elevated homocystine levels should be encouraged to also supplement with which other vitamin? Select one: A. Iron B. Vitamin C C. Vitamin B6 D. Vitamin B12 correct answers D. Vitamin B12 The Folstein Mini Mental Examination (MME) is a screening tool commonly used to detect what? Select one: A. Depression B. Dementia C. Ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) D. Alcoholism correct answers B. Dementia What does the mnemonic "ABCD" in nutrition assessment stand for? Select one: A. Anthropometrics; Biochemical data; Clinical assessment; Dietary history B. Assessment; Background; Chemistry; Diet C. Anthropometrics; Background; Chemistry; Diet