The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a
client who was recently diagnosed with
type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). What in- Portion-controlled, heart healthy diet se-
formation is most important for the PN lectiions
to reinforce with the client about life-style
changes
The practical nurse (PN) suspects that
a male client is altering his own dia-
betic journals to please his healthcare
provider. Which laboratory test should Hemoglobin A1c.
the PN review to evaluate the clients
compliance with self management for
type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM)?
The Practical nurse (PN) is evaluating
a client for an increased need of B12
after undergoing a subtotal gastrectomy. Cheese, eggs, and fish.
Which foods should the PN recommend
that the client include in the diet.
The home health practical nurse (PN) is
caring a client with a stage III pressure
ulcer. Which food groupthat contains zinc Meats and shellfish
should be added to the client's dietto
aide in wound healing?
The practical nurse (PN) receives four
new admissions in an assisted living
community. After reviewing the clients' A client with bacterial pneumonia.
medical histories, which client should the
PN evaluate for a higher caloric diet?
The practical nurse (PN) is assisting and
Orthodox Jewish client who has demen-
tia make weekly dinner choices in an
Lamb chops with mint jelly.
assisted living community. Which main
course selections should the PN suggest
that are suitable for a kosher diet?
The practical nurse (PN) is evaluating
the client's knowledge of low-sodium
menu selections. Which food items listed
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, CUREENT HESI PN Nutrition Practice Exam with ANS 2025 FLASHCARD
by the client confirm appropriate choic- A. White rice with steamed vegetables.
es? (select all that apply.) B. Cottage cheese with sliced tomatoes.
A client who is lactose intolerant asks
the practical nurse (PN) for suggestions
about different food sources that are en- Fortified soy products.
riched in calcium and vitamin D. Which
foods should the PN suggest?
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing
guidelines to manage stress inconti-
nence with a female client. Which dietary Avoid alcohol and caffeine.
change should the PN emphasize that
will benefit the client?
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing
the dietary recommendations with the
client who had a partial gastrectomy and Fluids should be limited to eight ounces
experienced dumping syndrome. Which with meals.
statement by the client indicates that the
recommendations were understood?
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing a
list of foods with the family that are rec-
ommended for an older client who re-
cently had a total colectomy and colosto- Chicken noodle soup.
my. Which food item should the PN dis-
cuss about including in the client's post-
operative diet?
The practical nurse (PN) interviews a
client who had a total colectomy 2 weeks
ago. The client claims to be confident
in the management of the new colosto- A. Eat foods containing yogurt.
my, but is having problems managing the C. Drink a glass of buttermilk.
odor. What suggestions should the PN D. Eat sprigs of parsley.
provide the client to help decrease odor
in the colostomy bag? (select all that ap-
ply)
The practical nurser (PN) reviews
self-care with a male client who is newly
diagnosed with cirrhosis. Which vitamin
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