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Nutritional Principles in Nursing |
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Question:
Which is the primary feature of the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension
(DASH) eating plan?
Answer:
Eating diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products.
Question:
Which nutrient delays gastric emptying time creating more optimal
saturation rates for drug absorption?
Answer:
Fat
,Question:
Which term refers to elevated blood glucose?
Answer:
Hyperglycemia
Question:
Which type of drug may result in a potassium deficiency?
Answer:
Diuretics
Question:
Why are dietary carbohydrates and fats important for clients with chronic
renal failure?
Answer:
They provide energy and spare dietary protein.
Question:
Your client has a peanut allergy. Which statement from the client indicates
that your education has been effective?
Answer:
I need to check any restaurant for a list of ingredients, and ask about cross-
contamination.
, Question:
Your client has been diagnosed with celiac disease. The nutritionist was in
and reviewed dietary needs for this diagnosis. The family asks which of the
following items is ok for the client to eat.
Answer:
Corn Bread
Question:
Your client has been diagnosed with congestive heart failure (CHF). Which of
the following dietary suggestions is appropriate?
Answer:
Limit Sodium intake to 2 - 3 g per day
Question:
Your client has been diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
You are reviewing the discharge instructions with the client and family.
Which of the following statements verifies that the client understood his
discharge instructions?
Answer:
"I should sleep with the head of my bed elevated and eat frequent small
meals."