, The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a client who was recently diagnosed with type 2
diabetes mellitus (DM). What information is most important for the PN to reinforce with
the client about life-style changes - CORRECT ANSWERS-Portion-controlled, heart
healthy diet selectiions
The practical nurse (PN) suspects that a male client is altering his own diabetic journals
to please his healthcare provider. Which laboratory test should the PN review to
evaluate the clients compliance with self management for type 1 diabetes mellitus
(DM)? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Hemoglobin A1c.
The Practical nurse (PN) is evaluating a client for an increased need of B12 after
undergoing a subtotal gastrectomy. Which foods should the PN recommend that the
client include in the diet. - CORRECT ANSWERS-Cheese, eggs, and fish.
The home health practical nurse (PN) is caring a client with a stage III pressure ulcer.
Which food groupthat contains zinc should be added to the client's dietto aide in wound
healing? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Meats and shellfish
The practical nurse (PN) receives four new admissions in an assisted living community.
After reviewing the clients' medical histories, which client should the PN evaluate for a
higher caloric diet? - CORRECT ANSWERS-A client with bacterial pneumonia.
The practical nurse (PN) is assisting and Orthodox Jewish client who has dementia
make weekly dinner choices in an assisted living community. Which main course
selections should the PN suggest that are suitable for a kosher diet? - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Lamb chops with mint jelly.
The practical nurse (PN) is evaluating the client's knowledge of low-sodium menu
selections. Which food items listed by the client confirm appropriate choices? (select all
that apply.) - CORRECT ANSWERS-A. White rice with steamed vegetables.
B. Cottage cheese with sliced tomatoes.
A client who is lactose intolerant asks the practical nurse (PN) for suggestions about
different food sources that are enriched in calcium and vitamin D. Which foods should
the PN suggest? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Fortified soy products.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing guidelines to manage stress incontinence with a
female client. Which dietary change should the PN emphasize that will benefit the
client? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Avoid alcohol and caffeine.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing the dietary recommendations with the client who
had a partial gastrectomy and experienced dumping syndrome. Which statement by the
client indicates that the recommendations were understood? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Fluids should be limited to eight ounces with meals.
diabetes mellitus (DM). What information is most important for the PN to reinforce with
the client about life-style changes - CORRECT ANSWERS-Portion-controlled, heart
healthy diet selectiions
The practical nurse (PN) suspects that a male client is altering his own diabetic journals
to please his healthcare provider. Which laboratory test should the PN review to
evaluate the clients compliance with self management for type 1 diabetes mellitus
(DM)? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Hemoglobin A1c.
The Practical nurse (PN) is evaluating a client for an increased need of B12 after
undergoing a subtotal gastrectomy. Which foods should the PN recommend that the
client include in the diet. - CORRECT ANSWERS-Cheese, eggs, and fish.
The home health practical nurse (PN) is caring a client with a stage III pressure ulcer.
Which food groupthat contains zinc should be added to the client's dietto aide in wound
healing? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Meats and shellfish
The practical nurse (PN) receives four new admissions in an assisted living community.
After reviewing the clients' medical histories, which client should the PN evaluate for a
higher caloric diet? - CORRECT ANSWERS-A client with bacterial pneumonia.
The practical nurse (PN) is assisting and Orthodox Jewish client who has dementia
make weekly dinner choices in an assisted living community. Which main course
selections should the PN suggest that are suitable for a kosher diet? - CORRECT
ANSWERS-Lamb chops with mint jelly.
The practical nurse (PN) is evaluating the client's knowledge of low-sodium menu
selections. Which food items listed by the client confirm appropriate choices? (select all
that apply.) - CORRECT ANSWERS-A. White rice with steamed vegetables.
B. Cottage cheese with sliced tomatoes.
A client who is lactose intolerant asks the practical nurse (PN) for suggestions about
different food sources that are enriched in calcium and vitamin D. Which foods should
the PN suggest? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Fortified soy products.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing guidelines to manage stress incontinence with a
female client. Which dietary change should the PN emphasize that will benefit the
client? - CORRECT ANSWERS-Avoid alcohol and caffeine.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing the dietary recommendations with the client who
had a partial gastrectomy and experienced dumping syndrome. Which statement by the
client indicates that the recommendations were understood? - CORRECT ANSWERS-
Fluids should be limited to eight ounces with meals.
