NUR 3480 EXAM 4 MED SURG MODULES 8-10
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTION | NEW UPDATE 2026
What is the core marker for fluid balance? - ANSWERS intake and output
What are forms of output? - ANSWERS -oral fluids
-IV
-solids that turn liquid at room temperature
-drains
-sotomies
-NG tube output
-foley
Regular diet - ANSWERS -general or normal diet
-purpose to provide a well balanced diet and ensure that individuals who do not
require dietary modifications receive adequate nutrition
NPO - ANSWERS -ensure no stomach contents will be present to prevent
aspiration
-nothing by mouth
Clear liquid diet - ANSWERS -leave little residue in GI tract, but supplies fluid
and calories
, -ex: coffee, tea, popsicles, clear juices, jello, broth
Full liquid diet - ANSWERS -between clear liquid and regular diet
-ex: milk, strained/creamed soups, pudding, ice cream, and everything from clear
liquid diet
GI soft diet - ANSWERS -between full liquid and regular diet
-ex: lean meats, fish, most potato forms, white breads, and everything from clear
liquid and full liquid diet
Mechanical soft diet - ANSWERS -foods soft in texture, low fiber, processed by
chopping, grinding, or pureeing
-ex: milk products, tender meats, mashed potatoes, tender vegetables, fruits, and
juices
Low residue/low fiber diet - ANSWERS -10 grams of fiber daily and minimizes
frequenting and volume of residue in intestinal tract
Salt-restricted diet - ANSWERS -prescribed Pt with HT or excess fluid
Fat-restricted diet - ANSWERS -prescribed Pt with GI or cardiac disorders
Cholesterol-restricted diet - ANSWERS -works to lower blood cholesterol and
risk of heart disease
Fluid restrictions - ANSWERS per day mL targets fluid intake as if Pt was in HF
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTION | NEW UPDATE 2026
What is the core marker for fluid balance? - ANSWERS intake and output
What are forms of output? - ANSWERS -oral fluids
-IV
-solids that turn liquid at room temperature
-drains
-sotomies
-NG tube output
-foley
Regular diet - ANSWERS -general or normal diet
-purpose to provide a well balanced diet and ensure that individuals who do not
require dietary modifications receive adequate nutrition
NPO - ANSWERS -ensure no stomach contents will be present to prevent
aspiration
-nothing by mouth
Clear liquid diet - ANSWERS -leave little residue in GI tract, but supplies fluid
and calories
, -ex: coffee, tea, popsicles, clear juices, jello, broth
Full liquid diet - ANSWERS -between clear liquid and regular diet
-ex: milk, strained/creamed soups, pudding, ice cream, and everything from clear
liquid diet
GI soft diet - ANSWERS -between full liquid and regular diet
-ex: lean meats, fish, most potato forms, white breads, and everything from clear
liquid and full liquid diet
Mechanical soft diet - ANSWERS -foods soft in texture, low fiber, processed by
chopping, grinding, or pureeing
-ex: milk products, tender meats, mashed potatoes, tender vegetables, fruits, and
juices
Low residue/low fiber diet - ANSWERS -10 grams of fiber daily and minimizes
frequenting and volume of residue in intestinal tract
Salt-restricted diet - ANSWERS -prescribed Pt with HT or excess fluid
Fat-restricted diet - ANSWERS -prescribed Pt with GI or cardiac disorders
Cholesterol-restricted diet - ANSWERS -works to lower blood cholesterol and
risk of heart disease
Fluid restrictions - ANSWERS per day mL targets fluid intake as if Pt was in HF
