WGU C787 Health and Wellness through Nutritional Science

Which statement is an appropriate nutritional recommendation when planning a balanced meal? a. Whole milk is recommended for the increased calcium and nutrient value b. Shortening is used instead of soft margarine when preparing food. c. Spices or herbs are added to season food without adding salt. d. Red meat should be the main protein on your plate throughout the week. - Correct Answer-c. Spices or herbs are added to season food without adding salt. Which recommendation is appropriate for a nurse to suggest to a client who wants to start cooking healthy on a budget? a. Buy frozen dinners b. Buy nonperishable food in bulk. c. Buy fresh vegetables in bulk d. Buy pre-cut vegetables - Correct Answer-b. Buy nonperishable food in bulk. Which Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) value provides information to assist in developing recommendations for populations? a. Recommended dietary allowance (RDA) b. Adequate Intake (AI) c. Tolerable upper intake level (UL) d. Estimated average requirement (EAR) - Correct Answer-d. Estimated average requirement (EAR) Which statement is appropriate about adequate intake (AI) for infants? a. Human milk does not supply the adequate intake of nutrients for term infants C787 C787 b. Adequate intakes of protein have not been established for infants 7 through 12 months of age c. Infant formula always requires additional sources of nutrient intake d. Adequate intakes for all nutrients have not been established for infants younger than 7 months - Correct Answer-b. Adequate intakes of protein have not been established for infants 7 through 12 months of age When discussing a diet for weight loss, a patient asks if a snack with 240 calories, 120 calories from fat, is appropriate. How should the nurse respond? a. A snack with 240 calories is an appropriate choice b. This snack would be considered too high in calories c. This snack would be considered too high in fat d. It depends on the amount of other nutrients in the snack - Correct Answer-d. It depends on the amount of other nutrients in the snack Based on a 2000-calorie diet, what is the recommended percent daily value for calcium for a healthy adolescent girl? a. 200% of daily value b. 70% of daily value c. 130% of daily value d. 100% of daily value - Correct Answer-c. 130% of daily value A nurse is designing a diet to meet the nutritional needs of a client with a BMI of 31 kg/m 2, a history of hypertension, and a low albumin level. Which three interventions should the nurse include in the teaching plan for this client? Choose 3 answers a. Increasing the intake of protein-rich foods b. Outlining the components of a weight loss diet plan c. Incorporating the components of the DASH diet d. Limiting the amount of dairy products consumed C787 C787 e. Choosing foods with 20% or less of the daily value of sodium f. Decreasing the intake of potassium-rich foods - Correct Answer-a. Increasing the intake of protein-rich foods b. Outlining the components of a weight loss diet plan c. Incorporating the components of the DASH diet Which menu items are appropriate for a patient with early chronic kidney disease? a. Oatmeal, whole grain toast, blueberries, and coffee b. Scrambled eggs, bacon, banana, and milk c. Pancakes and syrup, sausage, strawberries, and orange juice d. Ham and cheese omelet, potatoes, oranges, and tea - Correct Answer-a. Oatmeal, whole grain toast, blueberries, and coffee Which food is appropriate for a patient on a low-sodium diet? a. Hard-boiled egg b. White bread c. Canned vegetables d. Cottage cheese - Correct Answer-a. Hard-boiled egg When assessing a 36-year-old dancer the nurse notes a body mass index of 16 kg/m 2. For which three conditions are the patient at increased risk? Choose 3 answers a. Food allergies b. Infertility c. Type 2 diabetes d. Osteoporosis e. Premature death C787 C787 f. Coronary artery disease - Correct Answer-c. Infertility e. Osteoporosis f. Premature death The occupational health nurse is starting a weight management program for employees. Several employees have stated goals for the class. Which employee goal is appropriate and realistic? a. I want to increase my energy level so I can have fun with my kids b. I want you to provide me with a plan to lose two dress sizes by next month c. I want my friends to envy how I look after I lose weight in this class d. I want to lose 20 pounds by my high school reunion in two weeks - Correct Answer-a. I want to increase my energy level so I can have fun with my kids Which two patients have effectively reduced their risk of complications associated with overweight or obesity after implementing a diet and exercise program? Choose 2 answers a. A patient with initial weight: 342 pounds (155 kg); weight lost: 10 pounds (4.5 kg) b. A patient with initial weight: 295 pounds (134 kg); weight lost: 6 pounds (2.7 kg) c. A patient with initial weight: 180 pounds (81 kg); weight lost: 18 pounds (8.1 kg) d. A patient with initial weight: 439 pounds (199 kg); weight lost: 50 pounds (22 kg) - Correct Answer-c. A patient with initial weight: 180 pounds (81 kg); weight lost: 18 pounds (8.1 kg) d. A patient with initial weight: 439 pounds (199 kg); weight lost: 50 pounds (22 kg) A nurse is evaluating a 12-year-old patient who has a body mass index (BMI) of 32 kg/m 2 and his family. Which two parental statements indicate a behavior linked to childhood obesity? Choose 2 answers a. "We give our child a cookie during stressful situations." b. "We plan for our family to eat most meals together." C787 C787 c. "Our culture expects children to eat a variety of foods." d. "Our child is expected to study, limiting