ATI NUTRITION PRACTICE B
Antepartum pt, nutritional recommendations that should be made during pregnancy, which
statement by the pt indicates an understanding of the teaching? - ANS-"I should take a daily
iron supplement during my pregnancy"
-increase protein intake
-reduce fat intake
-wt gain is based off of its BMI
Cancer prevention - ANS-eat 5 servings of fruits/vegetables each day
Celiac disease - dietary teaching - ANS--can have tapioca pudding for desert (this starch
does not contain gluten)
-life long dietary restrictions
-no foods containing gluten, such as whole wheat bread
-avoid processed foods, including canned soups
Crohn's disease - recommended dietary practices during exacerbation (acute episodes) -
ANS--high protein, high calorie
Diet modifications for pt at high risk of cardiovascular disease - ANS--use canola oil
-increase intake of raw & cooked vegetables
-fat-free or low-fat cows milk
Dietary instructions for pt who has cirrhosis & ascites? - ANS--limit sodium intake to 2000
mg/day
Dietary teaching for pt with COPD - ANS-consume foods that are soft in texture & easy to
swallow - will decrease SOB while eating
Expected findings of DKA? - ANS-increased urination (also: fruity breath, Kussmaul
respirations, excessive thirst, & orthostatic hypotension)
Expected weight gain during pregnancy - ANS-total of 25-35 pounds
ferrous sulfate (medication) - food interactions? - ANS--take between meals with juice (can
take w meals if gastric upset occurs)
Lab results of pt receiving TPN - what result should be reported to the HCP? - ANS-Elevated
glucose
Lipid panal reports - what is within the expected reference range? - ANS--HDL >45 (M) >55
(F)
-total cholesterol - <200
-triglycerides - 35-160 (around)
-LDL - <130
Low-residue diet - food choices - ANS-two poached eggs & a banana
Management of IBS - ANS--take peppermint oil during exacerbation of manifestations
mechanical soft diet for pt with dysphagia, what foods can the nurse tell the pt to eat -
ANS-mashed potatoes.
-cooked fruits & veggies, foods that are softened with liquids, & foods that are thickened for
consistency
NG tube - aspiration prevention - ANS-place pt in a semi-fowlers position
NG tube administering continuous enteral feedings has stopped infusing, what action is the
nurse's priority? - ANS-Flush the tube with warm water
Antepartum pt, nutritional recommendations that should be made during pregnancy, which
statement by the pt indicates an understanding of the teaching? - ANS-"I should take a daily
iron supplement during my pregnancy"
-increase protein intake
-reduce fat intake
-wt gain is based off of its BMI
Cancer prevention - ANS-eat 5 servings of fruits/vegetables each day
Celiac disease - dietary teaching - ANS--can have tapioca pudding for desert (this starch
does not contain gluten)
-life long dietary restrictions
-no foods containing gluten, such as whole wheat bread
-avoid processed foods, including canned soups
Crohn's disease - recommended dietary practices during exacerbation (acute episodes) -
ANS--high protein, high calorie
Diet modifications for pt at high risk of cardiovascular disease - ANS--use canola oil
-increase intake of raw & cooked vegetables
-fat-free or low-fat cows milk
Dietary instructions for pt who has cirrhosis & ascites? - ANS--limit sodium intake to 2000
mg/day
Dietary teaching for pt with COPD - ANS-consume foods that are soft in texture & easy to
swallow - will decrease SOB while eating
Expected findings of DKA? - ANS-increased urination (also: fruity breath, Kussmaul
respirations, excessive thirst, & orthostatic hypotension)
Expected weight gain during pregnancy - ANS-total of 25-35 pounds
ferrous sulfate (medication) - food interactions? - ANS--take between meals with juice (can
take w meals if gastric upset occurs)
Lab results of pt receiving TPN - what result should be reported to the HCP? - ANS-Elevated
glucose
Lipid panal reports - what is within the expected reference range? - ANS--HDL >45 (M) >55
(F)
-total cholesterol - <200
-triglycerides - 35-160 (around)
-LDL - <130
Low-residue diet - food choices - ANS-two poached eggs & a banana
Management of IBS - ANS--take peppermint oil during exacerbation of manifestations
mechanical soft diet for pt with dysphagia, what foods can the nurse tell the pt to eat -
ANS-mashed potatoes.
-cooked fruits & veggies, foods that are softened with liquids, & foods that are thickened for
consistency
NG tube - aspiration prevention - ANS-place pt in a semi-fowlers position
NG tube administering continuous enteral feedings has stopped infusing, what action is the
nurse's priority? - ANS-Flush the tube with warm water
