HESI PN NUTRITION PRACTICE
EXAM /GRADED ANSWERS
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
- ANSWER-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)? - ANSWER-
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. - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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.) - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-Fortified
soy products.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing guidelines to manage stress
incontinence with a female client. Which dietary change should the PN
EXAM /GRADED ANSWERS
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
- ANSWER-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)? - ANSWER-
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. - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-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.) - ANSWER-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? - ANSWER-Fortified
soy products.
The practical nurse (PN) is reviewing guidelines to manage stress
incontinence with a female client. Which dietary change should the PN