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  • April 28, 2024
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What lab test is used to evaluate the success of the regimen of an insulin-dependent diabetic client?
A) serum glucose
B) glycosylated hemoglobin
C) serum ketones
D) transferrin saturation
B.) glycosylated hemoglobin
Which of these dietary modifications should a nurse anticipate for a client who has a diagnoses of cirroses of the liver?
A) vitamin E supplements
B) restrict carbs
C) restrict protein
D) potassium supplements
C) Restriction of protein-due to the ef fects of ammonia on the development of hepatic encephalopathy . HOWEVER-this is no longer recommended, as pts
with liver problems actually need higher intake of protein.
which of these laboratory findings should indicate to a nurse that a client who has been diagnosed with AIDs has a
compromised nutritional status?
A) elevated BUN
B) elevated glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase
C) decreasesd serum albumin
D) decreased eosinophils
C.) decreasesd serum albumin
What puts you at risk for gout?
High uric acid intake
When instructing a client who has been diagnosed with fat malabsorption, a nurse should explain that the reason for
including medium chain triglyceride (MCT) oil in the diet is that MTC oil is
an easily digestible form of fat.
An insulin-dependent client begins to experience dizziness, palpitations, and sweaty palms in the early afternoon, which of
these foods should the client consume first?
a.) glass of orange juice
b.) candy bar
c.) glass of diet soda
d.) peanut butter sandwich
A.) glass of orange juice
of these foods, which would be inappropriate to have for a client who is receiving a bone marrow transplant?
A.) apple juice
b.)raw apple
c.) applesauce
d.)apple pie
B.) raw apple-anti microbial diet; this would be because the raw apple is the only one that could be dangerous if not washed thoroughly or peeled. Which of these dietary recommendations should a nurse make to reduce the symptoms of a client who has a hiatal
hernia?
A.) "lie down for a half hour following meals"
b.)"consume your fluids between meals"
c.)"eat a snack at bed time"
d.)"follow large meals with a peppermint"
b.)"consume your fluids between meals"
A 23-year old woman who has phenylketonuria(PKU) and has not been on a PKU diet since adolescence tells a nurse
that she is planning to become pregnant. IN order to respond appropriately to the client , the nurse should have which of
these understandings?
High phenylalanine levels impair fetal development
A nurse should advise a client that mineral oil should not be used as a laxative because mineral oil
decreases absorption of V itamins A, D, E, and K.
A community-based nurse is discussing calcium intake with a group of senior clients who are at risk for osteoporosis.
Which of these statements should the nurse include when explaining why milk products are considered the preferred
source of calciium?
A) "Milk products are the most economical source of calcium."
B) "Milk is an important component of the Food Pyramid."
C) "The calcium in milk products is in solution."
D) "The calcium in milk products is well-absorbed and utilized."
D) "The calcium in milk products is well-absorbed and utilized."
Foods to avoid in a bland diet:
- alcohol
- caffeine
- pepper
- spices
- tea
- fried foods
- high-fat foods
A nurse is making a home visit to a mother of a 2-month-old baby . The baby has shown signs of failure to thrive. Which of
these assessments by the nurse would provide the most useful data?
A) inquire about the family's eating habits.
B) Obtain information about the route of the baby's delivery .
C) Ask the mother about her weight gain during pregnancy .
D) Observe the mother feeding the infant.
D) Observe the mother feeding the infant
When planning nursing care for a client who has been diagnosed with renal failure, a nurse should determine the amount
of fluid that the client is allowed to consume daily , based on which of these calculations?
A) 10 mL per kg of body weight
B) volume suf ficient to maintain normal central venous pressure.
C) 500 mL, plus 250 mL per kilogram of weight loss.
D) Urine output, plus insensible water loss.
D) Urine output, plus insensible water loss.

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