ATI nutrition
a nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing digestive issues. which of the following
findings should the nurse expect? (select all that apply) - ANS-nausea
abdominal pain
diarrhea
reports of bloating
a nurse is assessing a clients hair and notes that it is brittle. which of the following should the
nurse determine about the clients nutritional intake? - ANS-the client has insufficient protein
in their diet
a nurse is caring for a client who has a high phosphorus level. which of the following
instructions regarding food should the nurse provide? - ANS-you should eat white bread
a nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for a clear liquid diet. the client asks
the nurse, "how long will i have to be on this type of diet?" which of the following responses
should the nurse make? - ANS-you should not be on this diet for more than a few days
a nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for parenteral nutrition. the client
states "i am scared that i will be on this therapy for the rest of my life" which of the following
responses should the nurse make? - ANS-this type of nutrition can be lifelong but it can also
be temporary depending on how your nutritional needs change
a nurse is caring for a client who has renal disease and must limit potassium intake. which of
the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid because they are high in
potassium? (select all that apply) - ANS-bananas
dried beans
spinach
tomatoes
a nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed a low glycemic index diet. the client states "i
dont understand what this means" which of the following responses should the nurse make?
(select all that apply) - ANS-"The glycemic index of a food relates to its ability to increase the
blood glucose level."
"You should eat foods such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables."
"Try to limit or avoid potatoes due to their high glycemic index."
"Foods with a high glycemic index will cause your blood glucose to increase rapidly."
a nurse is caring for a client who is receiving tube feds via PEG. which of the following
actions should the nurse implement in order to help prevent the client from aspirating? -
ANS-keep the clients head elevated to at least 30degrees for a minimum of 1 hr after a
feeding
a nurse is caring for a client who routinely eats a regular diet and is scheduled to have
surgery with sedation in the morning. the nurse receives a new NPO diet prescription for the
client. which of the following should the nurse identify as the rationale for the providers
prescription? - ANS-the client is at risk for aspiration due to the upcoming surgery
a nurse is caring for a client who states "i only eat a diet high in protein and carbohydrates"
which of the following responses should the nurse make? - ANS-a nutritious diet should
include carbohydrates, protein, fiber, and healthy fats
a nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing digestive issues. which of the following
findings should the nurse expect? (select all that apply) - ANS-nausea
abdominal pain
diarrhea
reports of bloating
a nurse is assessing a clients hair and notes that it is brittle. which of the following should the
nurse determine about the clients nutritional intake? - ANS-the client has insufficient protein
in their diet
a nurse is caring for a client who has a high phosphorus level. which of the following
instructions regarding food should the nurse provide? - ANS-you should eat white bread
a nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for a clear liquid diet. the client asks
the nurse, "how long will i have to be on this type of diet?" which of the following responses
should the nurse make? - ANS-you should not be on this diet for more than a few days
a nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for parenteral nutrition. the client
states "i am scared that i will be on this therapy for the rest of my life" which of the following
responses should the nurse make? - ANS-this type of nutrition can be lifelong but it can also
be temporary depending on how your nutritional needs change
a nurse is caring for a client who has renal disease and must limit potassium intake. which of
the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid because they are high in
potassium? (select all that apply) - ANS-bananas
dried beans
spinach
tomatoes
a nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed a low glycemic index diet. the client states "i
dont understand what this means" which of the following responses should the nurse make?
(select all that apply) - ANS-"The glycemic index of a food relates to its ability to increase the
blood glucose level."
"You should eat foods such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables."
"Try to limit or avoid potatoes due to their high glycemic index."
"Foods with a high glycemic index will cause your blood glucose to increase rapidly."
a nurse is caring for a client who is receiving tube feds via PEG. which of the following
actions should the nurse implement in order to help prevent the client from aspirating? -
ANS-keep the clients head elevated to at least 30degrees for a minimum of 1 hr after a
feeding
a nurse is caring for a client who routinely eats a regular diet and is scheduled to have
surgery with sedation in the morning. the nurse receives a new NPO diet prescription for the
client. which of the following should the nurse identify as the rationale for the providers
prescription? - ANS-the client is at risk for aspiration due to the upcoming surgery
a nurse is caring for a client who states "i only eat a diet high in protein and carbohydrates"
which of the following responses should the nurse make? - ANS-a nutritious diet should
include carbohydrates, protein, fiber, and healthy fats
