Nutrition U1

The asked about introducing solid to her infant. Which of the following is the nurse's best response?

- "Introduce plain new foods one at a time for 5-7 day"

The nurse has read the admission assessment of a Hispanic client and notes that some cultureal food practices place the client at risk for cardiovascular disease. Which suggestion by the nurse is appropriate for this client?

- "Try to bake some foods instead of frying them"

In adults, activity typically accounts for 25% to 30% total energy used. The actual amount of energy used for physical activity depends on the duration and intensity of the activity. Indicate which one of the individuals use the least amount of energy?

- A 20-year-old thin secretary for medical office

The nurse is teaching the client to read nutrition labels. Which the following should the as the building blocks of protein?

- Amino Acids

Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching plan for caregivers of adolescents?

- Be alert to the presence of eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia

A nurse caring for a Jewish client who follows a kosher diet. Which food, when prepared according to kosher law, can be included in the of in of increased protein?

- Beef

The nurse is preparing to feed the client. Which of the following actions should the nurse follow? .

- If the client is not hungry, remove the items from the tray and set the over bed table as a regular table with napkins, utensils and plate

Which of the following nursing actions provide a sense of social Involvement during meals?

- Letting the clients meet in the dining area

When discussing dietary recommendations, the nurse shows the client choices from a menu selection. The nurse correctly identifies an example of monosaccharide as which of the following?

- Levulose

What is the benefit of a diet high in essential amino acids?

- Maintains normal growth

Which of the following is appropriate in helping clients during meal times?

- Make sure that the client's name band matches the name on the food tray before serving.

. Which common dietary practice does the nurse needs to consider when caring for a African American from the Caribbean?

- May consume cooked starchy tubers from tropical fruits

Which of the following nutrients help maintain muscle tone, regulate body processes, and maintain acid-base balance?

- Minerals

The nurse is preparing a diet teaching plan for the client during a wound care visit. Which of the following concepts about adequate protein consumption should the nurse consider in the discussion?

- Plant sources of protein can be adequate if caloric intake is also adequate considerable variety

The nurse reviewing dietitian's notes on the chart. The dietary recommendation has been modified based on the average daily dietary level sufficient to meet the nutrient requirement of nearly all healthy Individuals in a particular life stage or gender group. Which of the following is the basis for this recommendation?

- Recommended daily allowances

Which of the following factors that influence eating patterns explain why most patients prefer to eat with others like family co-workers?

- Social aspects of eating

. A Puerto Rican woman is admitted to a healthcare facility in her 38th week of pregnancy. Being culturally sensitive, what food should the nurse omit from the client's diet chart?

- Sour Food

. What should the nurse consider when serving supplemental nourishment or between -meal snacks?

- Supplemental nourishment must be served on time.

Which of the following food items would be appropriate for a Jewish client who follows a kosher diet?

- Tuna and Salmon

During an assessment of Orthodox Jewish client, the nurse should keep in mind that most people of this religious group follow a Kosher diet, what is a requirement of this diet?

Food is not cooked during the Sabbath, which is sundown Friday to Sundown Saturday

During the assessment of an Orthodox Jewish client, the nurse should keep in mind that most people of this religious group follow a Kosher diet. What is requirement of this diet?

Food is not cooked during the Sabbath, which is sundown Friday to sundown Saturday

Which statement indicates a correct dietary response to the condition listed?

Increased fluid intake for fever

What information should the nurse include when presenting on the Nutrition Facts Label to a group of teens?

The label can help the client to understand how to control the intake of specific nutrients

A nurse has to help an elderly client feel comfortable during his meals and provide for a secure and safe environment. Which of the following mealtime interventions are most appropriate for the nurse to perform when caring for this client? Select all that apply.

Visit the client for a few minutes - Encourage the client to telephone home - Turn on television or radio

Which of the following common Dietary practice for Hispanic Americans?

- Belief that a balance of "hot" and "cold" food is required for health

Which common dietary practice does the nurse needs to consider when caring for a Latino American?

- Believes that a balance of "hot" and "cold" food is required for health

The nurse is preparing instructions for the mother of a newborn. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching plan?

- Breast milk contains DHA that promotes cognitive brain development in infants

A nurse is preparing to deliver a food tray to a Jewish client. The nurse checks the food on the tray and notes that the client has received hamburger and whole milk as a beverage. Which is the appropriate action for the nurse?

- Call the Dietary department and ask for a new meal tray

When planning meals, the nurse considers all aspects the client's care Which of the following should be excluded in the plan if the nurse's priority consideration is the client's physical condition?

- Client is Muslim

Which characteristic of the African American diet pose a nutritional concern?

- Diet is higher in fat, sodium and sugar

The nurse is preparing a meal plan for the client. Which of the following terms best describe the substances that must be obtained through dietary intake since insufficient quantities cannot be manufactured in the body?

- Essential Nutrients

The nurse identifies which of the following special considerations for consumption in children?

- Fat is important source of energy for children

During the assessment of an Orthodox Jewish client, the nurse should keep in mind that most people of this religious group follow a Kosher diet. What is requirement of this diet?

- Food is not cooked during the sabbath, which is sundown Friday to sundown Saturday

Which common dietary practice does the nurse needs to consider when caring for a Cuban American client?

- Fried Foods, especially fish, poultry; eggs; rice and many varieties of beans

A nurse is assessing a South American client regarding her dietary practices. What food is the nurse more likely to notice in the diet of such a client, compared with a client from North America?

- Fruits

. The nurse is discussing cholesterol, LDL, and HDL with a client diagnosed with high cholesterol. What information concerning saturated fatty acids should the nurse include?

- The Fat is sold at room temperature

What information should the nurse include in a review about polysaccharides being presented to young adults?

- This form of carbohydrate is usually insoluble in water

A client's BMI is 43. What does this number reveal about the client's health related to weight?

- Very Obese

Which trace mineral deficiency should the nurse identify as possibly being responsible for a client's stunted growth?

- Zinc

. Wthnic dietary practices may play different roles in the health and illness of a client. What potential health problems can occur with a diet with low intake of milk and dairy products? -

Rickets or Osteoporosis

The nurse is reviewing macronutrients and micronutrients with a client.which items should the nurse include in the list of micronutrients?

vitamins,minerals