Galen College of Nursing NUR 155 Exam 2 Review: Nutrition &
Cultural Considerations 2026 | Practice Questions & Verified Answers
Nutrition
Cultural Considerations
● Judaism (Kosher): No pork, shellfish, mixing meat and dairy, specific slaughter
requirements.
● Islam (Halal): No pork, alcohol, specific slaughter requirements.
● Hinduism: No beef (cow is considered sacred)
● Asian cultures: High prevalence of lactose intolerance, reliance on soy products as
a protein source
● Mediterranean cultures: Emphasis on olive oil, fish, legumes, and fresh produce
● Indigenous cultures: Traditional foods may be based on locally available plants
and animals
● Holidays : Ramadan (Fasting)
● If a patient is unable to eat food provided, ask the family.
Protein
Protein is an important part of a healthy diet. Proteins are made up of chemical
'building blocks' called amino acids. Your body uses amino acids to build and
repair muscles and bones and to make hormones and enzymes. They can also be
used as an energy source.
6.0 to 8.3 grams per deciliter (g/dL)
A doctor may order a total protein test to help diagnose diseases that affect protein
levels. Some reasons a doctor may order a total protein test include:
- Unexpected weight loss
- Loss of appetite
- Fatigue
- Edema, or swelling from excess fluid
- Difficulty urinating
- Nausea or vomiting
- Symptoms of nutritional deficiency
Factors that can affect protein levels include: dehydration, intense exercise, diet,
stress, and pregnancy.
Abduction Vs. Adduction
, Abduction is the movement of a body part away from the midline of the body,
while adduction is the movement of a body part toward the midline
● Less than 18.5 : Increase
● 18.5 - 24.9 : Maintain healthy weight
● 25 - 29.9 : Exercise and eat healthy
● 30- 34.9 : Seek specialist ( Cardiac, Nutrition)
● 35< : Weight Loss medication, surgery
Foodborne Illnesses
Cultural Considerations 2026 | Practice Questions & Verified Answers
Nutrition
Cultural Considerations
● Judaism (Kosher): No pork, shellfish, mixing meat and dairy, specific slaughter
requirements.
● Islam (Halal): No pork, alcohol, specific slaughter requirements.
● Hinduism: No beef (cow is considered sacred)
● Asian cultures: High prevalence of lactose intolerance, reliance on soy products as
a protein source
● Mediterranean cultures: Emphasis on olive oil, fish, legumes, and fresh produce
● Indigenous cultures: Traditional foods may be based on locally available plants
and animals
● Holidays : Ramadan (Fasting)
● If a patient is unable to eat food provided, ask the family.
Protein
Protein is an important part of a healthy diet. Proteins are made up of chemical
'building blocks' called amino acids. Your body uses amino acids to build and
repair muscles and bones and to make hormones and enzymes. They can also be
used as an energy source.
6.0 to 8.3 grams per deciliter (g/dL)
A doctor may order a total protein test to help diagnose diseases that affect protein
levels. Some reasons a doctor may order a total protein test include:
- Unexpected weight loss
- Loss of appetite
- Fatigue
- Edema, or swelling from excess fluid
- Difficulty urinating
- Nausea or vomiting
- Symptoms of nutritional deficiency
Factors that can affect protein levels include: dehydration, intense exercise, diet,
stress, and pregnancy.
Abduction Vs. Adduction
, Abduction is the movement of a body part away from the midline of the body,
while adduction is the movement of a body part toward the midline
● Less than 18.5 : Increase
● 18.5 - 24.9 : Maintain healthy weight
● 25 - 29.9 : Exercise and eat healthy
● 30- 34.9 : Seek specialist ( Cardiac, Nutrition)
● 35< : Weight Loss medication, surgery
Foodborne Illnesses
