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Question 1 of 3
Which potential nutritional deficiencies may occur with a vegetarian diet?
Select all that apply.
Protein
Iron
Vitamin B12
Zinc
Calcium
Vitamin D - CORRECT ANSWER-Protein
A vegetarian diet has potential nutritional deficiencies of protein because protein is
largely found in animal products that are missing from a vegetarian diet.
Iron
A vegetarian diet has potential nutritional deficiencies of iron because iron is commonly
found in red meat, fish, and poultry. Vegetarians do not eat these products.
Zinc
A vegetarian diet has potential nutritional deficiencies of zinc because good sources of
zinc are meat and shellfish, which are not consumed by vegetarians.
Question 2 of 3
A patient being seen in the outpatient setting 2 weeks after abdominal surgery reports to
the nurse that the surgical incision does not seem to be healing well. The patient
describes sleeping well, having minimal discomfort, ambulating as directed
postoperatively, and tolerating a normal vegan diet. Which foods will the nurse
recommend?
Leafy green vegetables and oranges
Lobster and shrimp
Soybeans and flaxseeds
Greek yogurt and goat cheese
NOT SURE - CORRECT ANSWER-Soybeans and flaxseeds
Adding soybeans and flaxseeds to the postoperative patient's diet will provide increased
protein, which is critical for wound healing, which is what this patient needs.
Question 3 of 3
Which Healthy People 2030 Core Objective will the nurse consider when planning
interventions and establishing patient outcomes specific to nutrition and weight
management?
Select all that apply.
Reduce consumption of polyunsaturated fat in the population aged 2 years and older.
Increase consumption of calcium in the population aged 2 years and older.
, Increase consumption of vitamin D in the population aged 2 years and older.
Decrease consumption of potassium in the population aged 2 years and older.
Reduce iron deficiency among females aged 12 to 49 years - CORRECT ANSWER-
ncrease consumption of calcium in the population aged 2 years and older.
Increase consumption of vitamin D in the population aged 2 years and older.
Reduce iron deficiency among females aged 12 to 49 years
Question 1 of 4
Which interventions related to mouth care would the nurse take for a patient who is
NPO (nothing by mouth)?
Select all that apply.
Providing small sips of water
Brushing teeth
Rinsing the mouth with water
Providing hard candy
Using mouthwash - CORRECT ANSWER-Brushing teeth
Rinsing the mouth with water
Using mouthwash
Question 2 of 4
Which items are included in a clear liquid diet?
Milk, juices with pulp, popsicles
Gelatin, chicken broth, apple juice
Strained soup, milk, cranberry juice
Yogurt, gelatin, apple juice - CORRECT ANSWER-Gelatin, chicken broth, apple juice
A clear liquid diet includes gelatin, clear juices, popsicles, and clear broths.
Question 3 of 4
Foods with a high glycemic index should be avoided in which diet?
Cardiac
Diabetic
Mechanical soft
Renal - CORRECT ANSWER-Question 3 of 4
Foods with a high glycemic index should be avoided in which diet?
Cardiac
Diabetic
Mechanical soft
Renal
Question 4 of 4
Assistance in feeding is appropriate to use for patients with which conditions?
Select all that apply.
Limited mobility of hands and arms
Limited mobility of feet and legs
Poor activity tolerance
Poor cognitive state
Immobile
NOT SURE - CORRECT ANSWER-Limited mobility of hands and arms
Poor activity tolerance
Poor cognitive state