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NUR 209 EXAM 2 | QUESTIONS & 100%CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED) | LATEST UPDATE | GRADE A+
The patient reports to the nurse that she feels as if her eyes are persistently dry. Thissymptom is
consistent with a deficiency in which of the following dietary elements?
A) Protein
B) Vitamin D
C) Calcium
D) Vitamin A
➹➹➹: Vitamin A- dry eyes
The nurse is providing an education program to teens. When discussing the role of fat inour
bodies, which of the following functions can be attributed to fat? Select all that apply.
A) Vitamin absorption
B) Protection from injury
C) Absorption of water soluble vitamins
D) Energy
E) Cellular transport
➹➹➹: A B D E
During an annual physical examination, the patient reports feeling a lack of muscle energy when
walking and doing simple chores around the house. When reviewing thepatient's diet,
deficiencies in which of the following would be associated with the symptoms reported? Select
all that apply.
A) Vitamin C
B) Vitamin D
,C) Folic acid
D) NiacinE)
Thiamine
➹➹➹: D E Vitamins in the B complex such as niacin and thiamine are associated withconfusion
and motor weakness.
The nurse is caring for a patient who has been experiencing prolonged wound healingfrom a
surgical procedure. A deficiency in which of the following nutrients would be associated with
this condition?
A) Vitamin B1
B) Calcium
C) Folic acid
D) Vitamin C
➹➹➹: D
The nurse should include which of the following in the plan of care for the patientreceiving
enteral feedings? Select all that apply.
A) Position head of bed in semi-Fowler's during feeding.
B) Check placement of tube before initiating feeding.
C) Maintain head of bed elevated between 30 and 45 degrees at least 30 minutes afterfeeding.
D) Allow at least 90 minutes for each feeding.
E) Notify primary care physician for gastric residuals of 100 to 200 cc.
➹➹➹: B C
The nurse is assessing the gastric residual volume of a patient receiving enteral feedings. The
nurse notes there is a residual of 250 cc. Which of the following actions by the nurse is most
appropriate?
A) Reduce the amount of the next feeding by 250 cc.
,B) Contact the primary care physician.
C) Document the findings.
D) Slow the next feeding to promote improved absorption.
➹➹➹: C
The nurse is reviewing a patient's laboratory report. The report indicates the patient's albumin
level is 2.89g/dL. Which of the following inferences can the nurse make aboutthe laboratory
result?
A) The patient has an infection.
B) The patient has been taking steroids.
C) The patient has likely been on a high protein diet.
D) The patient may be overhydrated.
➹➹➹: D -Serum albumin values reflect protein intake or absorption. Values of less than 3.5
g/dL (35 g/L) may indicate nutritional deficits. Such protein changes take more than 2 weeks to
appear in serum albumin values because the half-life of albumin is about 18 days. A low albumin
level also can be related to overhydration and may not necessarily indicate malnutrition.
The nurse is caring for a patient on a telemetry unit following a myocardial infarction. The
patient has undergone numerous medication changes since the event. Which of thefollowing
foods should be avoided when a patient is taking Coumadin following a myocardial infarction?
A) Spinach
B) Milk
C) Orange juice
D) Wheat bread
➹➹➹: Spinach is rich in vit K which is essential for clotting which should be usedsparingly
when on an anticoagulant
, You are the nurse caring for a patient with an enlarged thyroid. What nutritionaldeficiency is
linked to an enlarged thyroid?
A) Potassium
B) Sodium
C) Magnesium
D) Iodine
➹➹➹: D
The nurse is providing education to a patient concerning calcium intake. During thediscussion the
nurse addresses a potential health concern related to inadequate calcium intake. Which of the
following conditions is most impacted by inadequate calcium intake?
A) Dental caries
B) Anemia
C) Osteoporosis
D) Dry eyes
➹➹➹: C - Osteoporosis is a condition in which there is a reduction in bone density. Factors
contributing to the development of osteoporosis may include chronically insufficient calcium
intake, decreased estrogens, heredity factors, smoking, race, anddecreased physical activity.
.
A woman complains of cracking fissures in the corner of her mouth. Which of thefollowing
instructions should the nurse include in the information provided to the patient?
A) Increase intake of eggs and milk
B) Avoid citrus fruits for the next few weeks.
C) Nuts and legume intake should be increased.
D) Potatoes and other starch containing foods should be restricted.
NUR 209 EXAM 2 | QUESTIONS & 100%CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED) | LATEST UPDATE | GRADE A+
The patient reports to the nurse that she feels as if her eyes are persistently dry. Thissymptom is
consistent with a deficiency in which of the following dietary elements?
A) Protein
B) Vitamin D
C) Calcium
D) Vitamin A
➹➹➹: Vitamin A- dry eyes
The nurse is providing an education program to teens. When discussing the role of fat inour
bodies, which of the following functions can be attributed to fat? Select all that apply.
A) Vitamin absorption
B) Protection from injury
C) Absorption of water soluble vitamins
D) Energy
E) Cellular transport
➹➹➹: A B D E
During an annual physical examination, the patient reports feeling a lack of muscle energy when
walking and doing simple chores around the house. When reviewing thepatient's diet,
deficiencies in which of the following would be associated with the symptoms reported? Select
all that apply.
A) Vitamin C
B) Vitamin D
,C) Folic acid
D) NiacinE)
Thiamine
➹➹➹: D E Vitamins in the B complex such as niacin and thiamine are associated withconfusion
and motor weakness.
The nurse is caring for a patient who has been experiencing prolonged wound healingfrom a
surgical procedure. A deficiency in which of the following nutrients would be associated with
this condition?
A) Vitamin B1
B) Calcium
C) Folic acid
D) Vitamin C
➹➹➹: D
The nurse should include which of the following in the plan of care for the patientreceiving
enteral feedings? Select all that apply.
A) Position head of bed in semi-Fowler's during feeding.
B) Check placement of tube before initiating feeding.
C) Maintain head of bed elevated between 30 and 45 degrees at least 30 minutes afterfeeding.
D) Allow at least 90 minutes for each feeding.
E) Notify primary care physician for gastric residuals of 100 to 200 cc.
➹➹➹: B C
The nurse is assessing the gastric residual volume of a patient receiving enteral feedings. The
nurse notes there is a residual of 250 cc. Which of the following actions by the nurse is most
appropriate?
A) Reduce the amount of the next feeding by 250 cc.
,B) Contact the primary care physician.
C) Document the findings.
D) Slow the next feeding to promote improved absorption.
➹➹➹: C
The nurse is reviewing a patient's laboratory report. The report indicates the patient's albumin
level is 2.89g/dL. Which of the following inferences can the nurse make aboutthe laboratory
result?
A) The patient has an infection.
B) The patient has been taking steroids.
C) The patient has likely been on a high protein diet.
D) The patient may be overhydrated.
➹➹➹: D -Serum albumin values reflect protein intake or absorption. Values of less than 3.5
g/dL (35 g/L) may indicate nutritional deficits. Such protein changes take more than 2 weeks to
appear in serum albumin values because the half-life of albumin is about 18 days. A low albumin
level also can be related to overhydration and may not necessarily indicate malnutrition.
The nurse is caring for a patient on a telemetry unit following a myocardial infarction. The
patient has undergone numerous medication changes since the event. Which of thefollowing
foods should be avoided when a patient is taking Coumadin following a myocardial infarction?
A) Spinach
B) Milk
C) Orange juice
D) Wheat bread
➹➹➹: Spinach is rich in vit K which is essential for clotting which should be usedsparingly
when on an anticoagulant
, You are the nurse caring for a patient with an enlarged thyroid. What nutritionaldeficiency is
linked to an enlarged thyroid?
A) Potassium
B) Sodium
C) Magnesium
D) Iodine
➹➹➹: D
The nurse is providing education to a patient concerning calcium intake. During thediscussion the
nurse addresses a potential health concern related to inadequate calcium intake. Which of the
following conditions is most impacted by inadequate calcium intake?
A) Dental caries
B) Anemia
C) Osteoporosis
D) Dry eyes
➹➹➹: C - Osteoporosis is a condition in which there is a reduction in bone density. Factors
contributing to the development of osteoporosis may include chronically insufficient calcium
intake, decreased estrogens, heredity factors, smoking, race, anddecreased physical activity.
.
A woman complains of cracking fissures in the corner of her mouth. Which of thefollowing
instructions should the nurse include in the information provided to the patient?
A) Increase intake of eggs and milk
B) Avoid citrus fruits for the next few weeks.
C) Nuts and legume intake should be increased.
D) Potatoes and other starch containing foods should be restricted.
