The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a client who was recently diagnosed with
type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). What information is most important for the PN to
reinforce with the client about life-style changes
( ANS >> Portion-controlled, heart healthy diet selectiions
The practical nurse (PN) suspects that a male client is altering his own diabetic
journals to please his healthcare provider. Which laboratory test should the PN
review to evaluate the clients compliance with self management for type 1 diabetes
mellitus (DM)?
( ANS >> Hemoglobin A1c.
The Practical nurse (PN) is evaluating a client for an increased need of B12 after
undergoing a subtotal gastrectomy. Which foods should the PN recommend that
the client include in the diet.
( ANS >> Cheese, eggs, and fish.
The home health practical nurse (PN) is caring a client with a stage III pressure
ulcer. Which food groupthat contains zinc should be added to the client's dietto
aide in wound healing?
( ANS >> Meats and shellfish
The practical nurse (PN) receives four new admissions in an assisted living
community. After reviewing the clients' medical histories, which client should the
PN evaluate for a higher caloric diet?
( ANS >> A client with bacterial pneumonia.
, The practical nurse (PN) is assisting and Orthodox Jewish client who has dementia
make weekly dinner choices in an assisted living community. Which main course
selections should the PN suggest that are suitable for a kosher diet?
( ANS >> Lamb chops with mint jelly.
The practical nurse (PN) is evaluating the client's knowledge of low-sodium menu
selections. Which food items listed by the client confirm appropriate choices?
(select all that apply.)
( ANS >>
A. White rice with steamed vegetables.
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 enriched in calcium and vitamin D. Which
foods should the PN suggest?
( ANS >> Fortified soy products.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing guidelines to manage stress incontinence
with a female client. Which dietary change should the PN emphasize that will
benefit the client?
( ANS >> Avoid alcohol and caffeine.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing the dietary recommendations with the client
who had a partial gastrectomy and experienced dumping syndrome. Which
statement by the client indicates that the recommendations were understood? (
ANS >> Fluids should be limited to eight ounces with meals.
type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM). What information is most important for the PN to
reinforce with the client about life-style changes
( ANS >> Portion-controlled, heart healthy diet selectiions
The practical nurse (PN) suspects that a male client is altering his own diabetic
journals to please his healthcare provider. Which laboratory test should the PN
review to evaluate the clients compliance with self management for type 1 diabetes
mellitus (DM)?
( ANS >> Hemoglobin A1c.
The Practical nurse (PN) is evaluating a client for an increased need of B12 after
undergoing a subtotal gastrectomy. Which foods should the PN recommend that
the client include in the diet.
( ANS >> Cheese, eggs, and fish.
The home health practical nurse (PN) is caring a client with a stage III pressure
ulcer. Which food groupthat contains zinc should be added to the client's dietto
aide in wound healing?
( ANS >> Meats and shellfish
The practical nurse (PN) receives four new admissions in an assisted living
community. After reviewing the clients' medical histories, which client should the
PN evaluate for a higher caloric diet?
( ANS >> A client with bacterial pneumonia.
, The practical nurse (PN) is assisting and Orthodox Jewish client who has dementia
make weekly dinner choices in an assisted living community. Which main course
selections should the PN suggest that are suitable for a kosher diet?
( ANS >> Lamb chops with mint jelly.
The practical nurse (PN) is evaluating the client's knowledge of low-sodium menu
selections. Which food items listed by the client confirm appropriate choices?
(select all that apply.)
( ANS >>
A. White rice with steamed vegetables.
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 enriched in calcium and vitamin D. Which
foods should the PN suggest?
( ANS >> Fortified soy products.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing guidelines to manage stress incontinence
with a female client. Which dietary change should the PN emphasize that will
benefit the client?
( ANS >> Avoid alcohol and caffeine.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing the dietary recommendations with the client
who had a partial gastrectomy and experienced dumping syndrome. Which
statement by the client indicates that the recommendations were understood? (
ANS >> Fluids should be limited to eight ounces with meals.
