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Nutrition Rasmussen Exam 3 • Question 1
A client calls into the nurse help line asking questions about his new
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diagnosis of a peptic ulcer. The client asks what might be possible causes of a peptic ulcer.Selected
Answer:
H-pylori and intake of
NSAIDS
Correct
Answer:
H-pylori and intake of
NSAIDS
• Question 2
A client is admitted with acute pancreatitis. What diet can the nurse expect to be initially prescribed?Selected
Answer:
Nothing by mouth
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Correct
Answer:
Nothing by mouth • Question 3
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A client is admitted with urolithiasis (kidney stones). What prescription can the nurse expect from the health care provider?Selected
Answer:
Intravenous fluids Correct
Answer:
Intravenous fluids • Question 4
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A client recently placed on lipid-lowering statins brings you her food log.Which of the following breakfasts would indicate a need to re-educate her?Selected
Answer:
- cup grapefruit juice, 4 slices of bacon, coffee
with milk Correct
Answer:
- cup grapefruit juice, 4 slices of bacon, coffee
with milk
• Question 5
A client who has recently been placed on oral medication for his type 2 diabetes asks if he may continue to drink alcohol with his friends on the weekends. What is the nurse’s best response?Selected
Answer:
Alcohol may increase the effect of your medication, so you need to drink small amounts, and keep an eye on your blood sugar.
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Correct
Answer:
Alcohol may increase the effect of your medication, so you need to drink small amounts, and keep an eye on your blood sugar.• Question 6
A client with chronic kidney disease consumes an excessive amount of sodium. What symptoms will this client likely exhibit?Selected
Answer:
edema and hypertension
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Correct
Answer:
edema and hypertension • Question 7
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At least twenty percent of women will experience a urinary tract infection (UTI) in their lifetime. Regular consumption of which food may help prevent the occurrence of a UTI?Selected
Answer:
Cranberry juice Correct
Answer:
Cranberry juice • Question 8
Carbohydrate counting is a useful tool in diabetes meal planning. How many grams of carbohydrate equals one carbohydrate serving?Selected
Answer:
15
grams
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Correct
Answer:
15
grams • Question 9
Diet for a patient on kidney dialysis is a vital aspect of maintaining
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biochemical control. What is one of the basic objectives in planning a diet for these patients?Selected
Answer:
Prevent dehydration and fluid overload Correct
Answer:
Prevent dehydration and fluid overload • Question 10
During a client’s recent colonoscopy, the health care provider found “pockets” in the colon and diagnosed diverticular disease. Based on the recent evidence, what dietary advice does the nurse give to the client?Selected
Answer:
Increase the fiber in the diet
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Correct
Answer:
Increase the fiber in the diet • Question 11
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During an episode of acute exacerbation of inflammatory bowel disease, the client is unable to tolerate oral intake. What would be an appropriate form of nutrition?Selected
Answer:
Enteral feedings or total parenteral nutrition Correct
Answer:
Enteral feedings or total parenteral nutrition • Question 12
During your clinical rotation at the nursing home, your client is
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complaining of being constipated on a regular basis. You discuss with your
client how to prevent constipation. What would you advise your client to avoid?Selected
Answer:
Frequent use of laxatives and enemas Correct
Answer:
Frequent use of laxatives and enemas • Question 13
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Flatulence is the condition of having excessive stomach or intestinal gas.Which foods are generally responsible for excess gas production?Selected
Answer:
Carbohydrat es Correct
Answer:
Carbohydrat es • Question 14
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Food intolerance can represent another type of reaction to certain foods.Select the correct answer that describes a common food intolerance listed below.Selected
Answer:
Inability to digest lactose Correct
Answer:
Inability to digest lactose • Question 15
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How many grams of carbohydrate are covered by one unit of short acting insulin?Selected
Answer:
15 g
carbohydrate Correct
Answer:
15 g
carbohydrate • Question 16
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