answers
The nurse is instructing a client with hypertension about foods that are
low in sodium. Which menu selections by the client indicate to the nurse
that the client understands what has been taught? Correct Answer-
Spaghetti with fresh tomatoes
Grilled chicken with turnip greens
A nurse has provided dietary instructions to a client with a new
diagnosis of gout. Which menu suggestions by the client indicate to the
nurse that the client needs additional instruction? Correct Answer-
Scallops
Chicken Liver
A clear liquid diet has been prescribed for client who has just undergone
surgery. Which foods should the nurse offer to the client? Correct
Answer-Apple juice
Chicken broth
Orange gelatin
,Triamterene has been prescribed for a client with a history of
hypertension. Which fruits should the nurse tell the client are acceptable
to eat while taking this medication? Correct Answer-Prunes
Avocados
Nectarines
Triamterene is a potassium-retaining diuretic, so the client should avoid
foods high in potassium. Fruits that are naturally high in potassium
include dried prunes, avocado, bananas, fresh oranges and mangoes,
nectarines, and papayas.
Diverticulitis has been diagnosed in a client who has been experiencing
episodes of gastrointestinal cramping. The nurse should tell the client to
maintain which type of diet, during the asymptomatic period? Correct
Answer-High in Fiber
When a client's diverticulitis is asymptomatic, a soft high-fiber diet
containing fruits, vegetables, and whole grains is recommended. The
client is also instructed to consume a small amount of bran daily and to
take bulk-forming laxatives, if prescribed, to increase stool mass and
softness. Increasing fluid intake to 2500 to 3000 mL daily (unless
contraindicated) is also important. A low-fat diet may be healthy but is
not specific to this disorder. A high-carbohydrate diet is not helpful for
the client with this condition.
,A nurse is teaching a client with heart disease about a low-fat diet.
Which foods should the nurse tell the client are acceptable to eat? Select
all that apply. Correct Answer-Avocados
Green olives
Cream cheese
A client with atrial fibrillation has been placed on warfarin sodium. As
part of the instructions for the medication, which foods does the nurse
tell the client are acceptable to eat? Correct Answer-Spinach
Broccoli
Cabbage
in vitamin K.
A regular diet has been prescribed for a client with a leg fracture who
has been placed in skeletal traction. Which foods that will promote
wound healing does the nurse encourage the client to select from the
hospital menu? Correct Answer-Chicken breast, broccoli, strawberries,
milk
Protein and vitamin C are necessary for wound healing. Poultry and milk
are good sources of protein. Broccoli and strawberries are good sources
, of vitamin C. Peanut butter is a source of niacin. Gelatin, jelly, tea, and
ginger ale have no nutritional value. Pasta, rice, and bread deliver
complex carbohydrates. Spare ribs may contain some protein but are
high in fat.
A client who experienced a stroke (brain attack) is experiencing residual
dysphagia. Which foods should the nurse remove from the client's meal
tray? Correct Answer-Peas
In general, flavorful, warm, or well-chilled foods with texture stimulate
the swallow reflex. Moist pastas, casseroles, egg dishes, and potatoes are
usually well tolerated. Raw vegetables, chunky vegetables such as diced
beets, stringy vegetables, and those with skin, such as corn and peas are
foods commonly excluded from the diet of a client with dysphagia.
A client recovering from acute renal failure is being discharged home.
The nurse knows that the client understands the therapeutic dietary
regimen when the client states that he will plan to eat foods that are low
in which nutrient? Correct Answer-potassium
A client is resuming eating after undergoing partial gastrectomy. What
measures should the nurse tell the client to take to minimize the risk of
complications? Correct Answer-Drinking liquids with meals
A client with renal calculi is instructed to follow an alkaline ash diet.
Which menu choice by the client indicates to the nurse that the client
understands the prescribed regimen? Correct Answer-Spinach salad,
milk, and a banana