Final Exam: NR324 / NR 324 (Latest 2025
/ 2026 Update) Adult Health I |
Questions with Well Detailed Answers |
100% Correct | Grade A+ Chamberlain
Impact of malnutrition -CORRECTANSWER Low mood
Weight loss
Low energy
Muscle wasting
Increased risk of fractures
Increased risk of hospital admissions
Confusion
Infections
Reduced independence
Increased risk for falls
Reduced mobility
Risks associated with obesity -CORRECTANSWER Type 2 DM
Dyslipidemia
Cancer
Mood disorders
Heart disease
Reproductive disorders
,Liver disease
Hypertension
Promotion of normal elimination -CORRECTANSWER (POOPER SCOOP)
Position (upright, sitting)
Outpput (adequate hydration)
Offer fluids
Privacy
Exercise
Report results
Size (amount)
Consistency
Occult blood
Odor
Peristalsis
Foods that prevent constipation -CORRECTANSWER Fresh fruit
Whole wheat toast
Expected findings with prolonged diarrhea -CORRECTANSWER Hypotension
Elevated temperature
Poor skin turgor
,GERD -CORRECTANSWER Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Acid splashing in esophagus, burning tissue
Risks for GERD -CORRECTANSWER Obesity
Smoking
Pregnancy
Drinking alcohol
Acidic foods
Gastric reflux -CORRECTANSWER Lower esophageal sphincter open allowing acid
reflux
GERD ssx -CORRECTANSWER Heart burn
Abdominal cramping
Nausea/vomiting
Tooth decay
GERD trigger foods -CORRECTANSWER Foods difficult to digest
Gas forming foods
GMO foods
Things that relax LES (spicy, acidic, ETOH)
Refined carbohydrates
, Food additives
Acid containing foods
Mint
Sugar alcohols
Too much sugar
Goals for tx of GERD -CORRECTANSWER Eliminate symptoms
Heal esophageal mucosa
Maintain remission for a lifetime
Manage or prevent complications
Nursing care for GERD -CORRECTANSWER Sit patient up during and after meals
Tums/Antacids
H2 receptor blockers
PPIs
Tums/Antacids -CORRECTANSWER Neutralize pH
H2 receptor blockers -CORRECTANSWER Pepcid
Decreases acid production
PPIs -CORRECTANSWER Blocks proton pumps to block acid
Stronger than H2 receptor blocker
/ 2026 Update) Adult Health I |
Questions with Well Detailed Answers |
100% Correct | Grade A+ Chamberlain
Impact of malnutrition -CORRECTANSWER Low mood
Weight loss
Low energy
Muscle wasting
Increased risk of fractures
Increased risk of hospital admissions
Confusion
Infections
Reduced independence
Increased risk for falls
Reduced mobility
Risks associated with obesity -CORRECTANSWER Type 2 DM
Dyslipidemia
Cancer
Mood disorders
Heart disease
Reproductive disorders
,Liver disease
Hypertension
Promotion of normal elimination -CORRECTANSWER (POOPER SCOOP)
Position (upright, sitting)
Outpput (adequate hydration)
Offer fluids
Privacy
Exercise
Report results
Size (amount)
Consistency
Occult blood
Odor
Peristalsis
Foods that prevent constipation -CORRECTANSWER Fresh fruit
Whole wheat toast
Expected findings with prolonged diarrhea -CORRECTANSWER Hypotension
Elevated temperature
Poor skin turgor
,GERD -CORRECTANSWER Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Acid splashing in esophagus, burning tissue
Risks for GERD -CORRECTANSWER Obesity
Smoking
Pregnancy
Drinking alcohol
Acidic foods
Gastric reflux -CORRECTANSWER Lower esophageal sphincter open allowing acid
reflux
GERD ssx -CORRECTANSWER Heart burn
Abdominal cramping
Nausea/vomiting
Tooth decay
GERD trigger foods -CORRECTANSWER Foods difficult to digest
Gas forming foods
GMO foods
Things that relax LES (spicy, acidic, ETOH)
Refined carbohydrates
, Food additives
Acid containing foods
Mint
Sugar alcohols
Too much sugar
Goals for tx of GERD -CORRECTANSWER Eliminate symptoms
Heal esophageal mucosa
Maintain remission for a lifetime
Manage or prevent complications
Nursing care for GERD -CORRECTANSWER Sit patient up during and after meals
Tums/Antacids
H2 receptor blockers
PPIs
Tums/Antacids -CORRECTANSWER Neutralize pH
H2 receptor blockers -CORRECTANSWER Pepcid
Decreases acid production
PPIs -CORRECTANSWER Blocks proton pumps to block acid
Stronger than H2 receptor blocker
