D440 Health and Wellness EAQ
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Which statement best describes the role of nutrients?
• Nutrients have specific metabolic functions
• Nutrients provide energy only
• Nutrients are only needed in large quantities
Rationale: Nutrients play specific roles in metabolic processes, including energy
production, growth, and maintenance of bodily functions.
The nurse is providing nutrition education to a patient with high blood pressure.
Which nutrient will the nurse recommend to offset sodium intake?
• Potassium
• Calcium
• Iron
Rationale: Potassium helps counteract the effects of sodium and can help lower blood
pressure.
Why is the intake of dietary foods that contain amino acids essential in a patient's
diet?
• The amino acids are required for the synthesis of protein
• Amino acids provide immediate energy
, • Amino acids are stored as fat
Rationale: Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, which are necessary for
tissue repair, enzyme production, and other vital functions.
The nurse is assessing the diet of a family who is having trouble adhering to the
MyPlate food guidelines. Which factor most limits their food choices?
• The family makes monthly trips to the food pantry
• The family prefers fast food
• The family dislikes vegetables
Rationale: Limited access to a variety of foods (e.g., relying on food pantries) can
restrict adherence to dietary guidelines.
The nurse is helping a new mother plan menus for her growing family. Which
recommendation most facilitates adding variety to the family's diet?
• Eating foods from all food groups and subgroups
• Eating only organic foods
• Avoiding processed foods
Rationale: Consuming foods from all food groups ensures a balanced and varied
nutrient intake.
The nurse is discussing folate with a pregnant patient. What will the nurse tell her?
, • Folic acid is a synthetic supplement
• Folate is only found in meat
• Folate is not important during pregnancy
Rationale: Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate, which is crucial for preventing neural
tube defects in pregnancy.
The nurse is evaluating the supplements a patient reports taking. What resource
will aid in the nurse's assessment?
• Tolerable upper intake level
• Daily recommended intake
• Food labels
Rationale: The tolerable upper intake level (UL) helps determine safe maximum limits
for nutrient intake, including supplements.
Which vitamin nutrient is most important in the promotion of postoperative
wound healing?
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin D
• Vitamin B12
Rationale: Vitamin C is essential for collagen synthesis, which aids in wound healing.
, What is the priority potential risk factor for the patient admitted to the hospital
with uncontrolled chronic hypertension and a blood clot in the lower left leg?
• Drug-nutrient interactions
• High sugar intake
• Lack of exercise
Rationale: Medications for hypertension and blood clots can interact with nutrients,
affecting treatment efficacy.
The nurse is reviewing a food diary with a patient. Which food should be limited?
• Partially hydrogenated oils
• Fresh fruits
• Whole grains
Rationale: Partially hydrogenated oils contain trans fats, which increase cardiovascular
risk.
Which patient is at highest risk for harmful overnutrition?
• The patient who takes multiple vitamin supplements
• The patient who eats fast food occasionally
• The patient who follows a vegetarian diet
Rationale: Excessive vitamin supplementation can lead to toxicity and adverse health
effects.
Questions & Answers Already Graded
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Which statement best describes the role of nutrients?
• Nutrients have specific metabolic functions
• Nutrients provide energy only
• Nutrients are only needed in large quantities
Rationale: Nutrients play specific roles in metabolic processes, including energy
production, growth, and maintenance of bodily functions.
The nurse is providing nutrition education to a patient with high blood pressure.
Which nutrient will the nurse recommend to offset sodium intake?
• Potassium
• Calcium
• Iron
Rationale: Potassium helps counteract the effects of sodium and can help lower blood
pressure.
Why is the intake of dietary foods that contain amino acids essential in a patient's
diet?
• The amino acids are required for the synthesis of protein
• Amino acids provide immediate energy
, • Amino acids are stored as fat
Rationale: Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, which are necessary for
tissue repair, enzyme production, and other vital functions.
The nurse is assessing the diet of a family who is having trouble adhering to the
MyPlate food guidelines. Which factor most limits their food choices?
• The family makes monthly trips to the food pantry
• The family prefers fast food
• The family dislikes vegetables
Rationale: Limited access to a variety of foods (e.g., relying on food pantries) can
restrict adherence to dietary guidelines.
The nurse is helping a new mother plan menus for her growing family. Which
recommendation most facilitates adding variety to the family's diet?
• Eating foods from all food groups and subgroups
• Eating only organic foods
• Avoiding processed foods
Rationale: Consuming foods from all food groups ensures a balanced and varied
nutrient intake.
The nurse is discussing folate with a pregnant patient. What will the nurse tell her?
, • Folic acid is a synthetic supplement
• Folate is only found in meat
• Folate is not important during pregnancy
Rationale: Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate, which is crucial for preventing neural
tube defects in pregnancy.
The nurse is evaluating the supplements a patient reports taking. What resource
will aid in the nurse's assessment?
• Tolerable upper intake level
• Daily recommended intake
• Food labels
Rationale: The tolerable upper intake level (UL) helps determine safe maximum limits
for nutrient intake, including supplements.
Which vitamin nutrient is most important in the promotion of postoperative
wound healing?
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin D
• Vitamin B12
Rationale: Vitamin C is essential for collagen synthesis, which aids in wound healing.
, What is the priority potential risk factor for the patient admitted to the hospital
with uncontrolled chronic hypertension and a blood clot in the lower left leg?
• Drug-nutrient interactions
• High sugar intake
• Lack of exercise
Rationale: Medications for hypertension and blood clots can interact with nutrients,
affecting treatment efficacy.
The nurse is reviewing a food diary with a patient. Which food should be limited?
• Partially hydrogenated oils
• Fresh fruits
• Whole grains
Rationale: Partially hydrogenated oils contain trans fats, which increase cardiovascular
risk.
Which patient is at highest risk for harmful overnutrition?
• The patient who takes multiple vitamin supplements
• The patient who eats fast food occasionally
• The patient who follows a vegetarian diet
Rationale: Excessive vitamin supplementation can lead to toxicity and adverse health
effects.
