Nutrition and Renal Health Questions And
Answers
Tim is at risk for chronic kidney disease and is at his favorite restaurant. Which type of protein
would be a kidney-friendly choice? Select all that apply. Grilled chicken breast
Broccoli and cauliflower
Pinto beans
Regina is on dialysis and...
Tim is at risk for chronic kidney disease and is at his favorite restaurant. Which type of protein
would be a kidney-friendly choice? Select all that apply. Grilled chicken breast
Broccoli and cauliflower
Pinto beans
Regina is on dialysis and suddenly complains of chest pain. The nurse discovers she has an
irregular heartbeat. This can be caused by an imbalance of which electrolyte? Potassium
The nurse is educating a client about fluid restrictions. What are some signs of fluid overload that
the nurse should review with the client? Select all that apply. Difficulty breathing laying
down
Fatigue
Peripheral edema
The nurse is assigned to Brad Thompson who was diagnosed today with acute renal failure and
will need dialysis. What interventions should the nurse expect to perform? Monitor intake
and output closely
, Nutrition and Renal Health Questions And
Answers
Brad has been coming in three times a week for his dialysis treatments. Today, he complains to
the nurse about itchy skin. The nurse notices areas of crystallized white deposits on his arms.
What is this caused by? High amounts of urea
Brad is hungry for a snack and is reading the food label. Which of the following ingredients are
of concern for someone on a renal diet? Select all that apply. Monocalcium phosphate
Cheddar cheese
A nurse is planning care for a client who has repeat kidney stones. Which of the following
actions should the nurse include in the plan of care? Encourage client to drink at least 2
liters of water per day
The nurse is educating Brad about limiting sodium in his diet due to his renal failure. Which of
the following information should the nurse include in the instructions? Look for 5% or
less sodium on food labels
Marla has a history of calcium oxalate stone formation. Which of the statement by Marla
indicates she needs further education by the nurse? "I need to decrease my intake of
calcium."
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