Question 1:
A nurse is teaching a client with type 2 diabetes about nutrition.
Which of the following recommendations should the nurse include in
the teaching?
A) Choose foods high in simple carbohydrates, such as candy
B) Include more fiber in the diet to help control blood glucose levels
C) Increase protein intake to 40% of total daily calories
D) Avoid foods that contain potassium
Answer: B) Include more fiber in the diet to help control blood glucose
levels.
Rationale:
Fiber, especially soluble fiber, can help control blood glucose levels by
slowing the absorption of sugar and improving insulin sensitivity. Foods
high in fiber include fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Simple
carbohydrates, like candy (A), can cause rapid spikes in blood sugar and
are not recommended for clients with diabetes. Increasing protein
intake (C) to 40% of total calories is excessive and not typically
recommended for diabetes management. Potassium (D) should not be
avoided unless there is a specific contraindication (e.g., renal disease).
Question 2:
A nurse is preparing to teach a client about the importance of vitamin
D. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the
teaching?
A) Vitamin D promotes absorption of calcium and phosphorus
B) Vitamin D is mainly found in fruits and vegetables
A nurse is teaching a client with type 2 diabetes about nutrition.
Which of the following recommendations should the nurse include in
the teaching?
A) Choose foods high in simple carbohydrates, such as candy
B) Include more fiber in the diet to help control blood glucose levels
C) Increase protein intake to 40% of total daily calories
D) Avoid foods that contain potassium
Answer: B) Include more fiber in the diet to help control blood glucose
levels.
Rationale:
Fiber, especially soluble fiber, can help control blood glucose levels by
slowing the absorption of sugar and improving insulin sensitivity. Foods
high in fiber include fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Simple
carbohydrates, like candy (A), can cause rapid spikes in blood sugar and
are not recommended for clients with diabetes. Increasing protein
intake (C) to 40% of total calories is excessive and not typically
recommended for diabetes management. Potassium (D) should not be
avoided unless there is a specific contraindication (e.g., renal disease).
Question 2:
A nurse is preparing to teach a client about the importance of vitamin
D. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the
teaching?
A) Vitamin D promotes absorption of calcium and phosphorus
B) Vitamin D is mainly found in fruits and vegetables
