Practice from Past Nutrition ATI's!

Which statement is true? a) carbs transport nutrient throughout the body b) fats prevent ketosis c) protein builds and repairs body tissue d) carbs help regulate body temp

c) protein builds and repairs body tissue

pt has a trachea and requires suctioning. which actions should nurse take A) hyper oxygenate pt before suctioning B) insert catheter during exhalation C) apply suction during insertion D) apply suction for no more than 15 seconds

A) hyper oxygenate pt before suctioning

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who has gout and urolithiasis. The client asks how to prevent further uric acid stones. Which of the following suggestions should the nurse include? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY A) take allopurinol as prescribed B) exercise several times a week C) limit intake of foods high in purine D) decrease daily fluid intake E) avoid citrus juices

A) take allopurinol as prescribed B) exercise several times a week C) limit intake of foods high in purine

Older adults need an increased amount of...

Calcium

A nurse is caring for a pt who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN). Which of the following actions should the nurse take? A) admin 0.9% sodium chloride until TPN is available B) check pt's capillary blood glucose level every 4 hr C) obtain pt's weight each week D) change iv tubing every 3 days

B) Check pt's capillary glucose level every 4 hours

A nurse is teaching a pt who has HF and is prescribed 2g sodium diet. Which of the following statements indicates understanding of the teaching? A) I should use salt sparingly while cooking B) I can have yogurt as a dessert C) I should use baking soda when I bake D) I should use canned veggies instead of frozen

B) I can have yogurt as dessert

Pt w/ NG tube in place and script of continuous enteral feedings. which of the following should nurse do to reduce risk of aspiration A) irrigate tubing w/ 30mL sterile water B) elevated HOB to 30 or 45 C) suggest changing feeding to lactose free D) warm formula to room temp before feeding

B) elevated HOB to 30 or 45

A nurse is teaching a pt w/ chronic renal failure. Which of the following foods choices shows understanding? A) canned soup B) grilled fish C) pastrami D) peanut butter

B) grilled fish

pt on mechanical vent via trac tube and has gastro tube for feeding, what needs to be given to next nurse, select all A) room temp B) new scripts C) number of visitors D) ABG results E) trach secretions characteristics

B) new scripts D) ABG results E) trach secretions characteristics

A nurse is planning care for a pt with a single lumen NG tube for gastric decompression. Which of the following actions should the nurse take in the plan of care-select all that apply! A) set suction machine @ 120mmHg B) provide oral hygiene frequently C) measure amount of draining from NG tube every shift D) secure NG tube to pt's gown E) apply petroleum jelly to pt's nares

B) provide oral hygiene frequently C) measure amount of draining from NG tube every shift D) secure NG tube to pt's gown

Clear liquid diet. Which is correct choice by pt: A) cream of rice B) cottage cheese C) Gelatin D) ice cream

C) Gelatin

A nurse is planning care for pt who has anorexia and nausea due to cancer trt. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include? A) serve foods at warm or hot temp B) offer low density foods C) make sure pt lies supine after meals D) limit drinking liquids with food

D) Limit drinking liquids with food!

A nurse is creating a plan of care for a pt who follows Kosher law. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend? A) baked pork chop B) cheeseburger C) ham and cheese omelet D) grilled salmon

D) grilled salmon

A nurse is reviewing a pt's labs and notes a WBC count of 3,600. the nurse should identify this results as which of the following A) leukoplakia B) leukemia C) leukocytosis D) leukopenia

D) leukopenia

nutrition teaching to middle aged pt who has sedentary job, which should nurse consider A) limit fish intake once a week to prevent cardio issues B) risk of eating disorder is high C) daily vitamins are needed D) pt's basal metabolic rate could decrease

D) pt's basal metabolic rate could decrease

Which enzyme plays role in digestions of protein?

Pepsin

A 10 month old infant can...

Pull up to a standing position

Scurvy is a deficiency in which vitamin?

Vitamin C

Promotes Wound Healing

Vitamin C and Zinc!

When dealing with NG tubes....

When in doubt of tube placement, X ray it out!

Which disorders increase pt's metabolic needs: SELECT ALL a) COPD b) hypothyroidism c) cancer d) Parkinson's disease e) major burns

a) COPD c) cancer d) Parkinson's disease e) major burns

Low Cholesterol diet for a pt with MI a) chicken breast and corn on the cob b) shrimp and rice c) cheese omelet and turkey bacon d) liver and onions

a) chicken breast and corn on the cob

Calcium source for pt that is lactose intolerant: a) collard greens b) cottage cheese c) orange juice d) broccoli

a) collard greens

Pt has end stage renal disease and has hemoglobin level of 8. what will they get a script for: a) erythropoietin b) erythromycin c) filgrastim d) calcitriol

a) erythropoietin

Pt w/ osteoporosis and new script of calcium supplements, which food promotes calcium absorption: a) fortified milk b) ripe bananas c) steamed broccoli d) green leafy veggies

a) fortified milk

Recommendation for pt w/ cirrhosis: a) grilled chicken b) potato soup c) fish sticks d) baked ham

a) grilled chicken

Which foods increase risk of choking in toddlers? SELECT ALL: a) hot dogs b) grapes c) bagels d) marshmallows e) graham crackers

a) hot dogs b) grapes c) bagels d) marshmallows

Script of low sodium diet for hypertension. Pt statement showing understanding: a) i can snack on fresh fruit b) i can continue to eat lunchmeat sandwiches c) i can have cottage cheese with my meals d) caned soup is a good lunch option

a) i can snack on fresh fruit

Increase in daily diet when pregnant: a) iron b) calcium c) Vit E d) Vit K

a) iron

Pt has chemotherapy and has protein deficiency. Which should the nurse include? SELECT ALL a) mix powdered skim milk into liquid milk b) add a raw egg to fruit smoothie c) add slice of cheese to hot veggies d) add honey to hot tea e) mix yogurt into fresh fruit

a) mix powdered skim milk into liquid milk c) add slice of cheese to hot veggies e) mix yogurt into fresh fruit

Pt has new script for pravastatin to treat hyperlipidemia. Which piece of info should the nurse include? a) pravastatin can be taken w/ grapefruit juice b) pravastatin can be continued during pregnancy c) pravastatin should be taken w/ PM meal d) lab testing to monitor the pt's WBC is required

a) pravastatin can be taken w/ grapefruit juice

A pt w/ chorine kidney disease is being taught on predialysis diet recommendations. The patient should restrict: a) protein b) carbs c) calcium d) mono fats

a) protein

PT w/ AIDS and stomatitis: a) suck on popsicles to numb mouth b) season w/ spice instead of salt c) avoid use of straw d) eat foods at hot temp

a) suck on popsicles to numb mouth

Pt is starting vegan diet and worries about protein intake. Which food is high in protein: a) 1/2 cup tomato soup b) 1/2 cup of hummus c) 2 tablespoons of peanut butter d) 1 cup penne pasta

b) 1/2 cup of hummus

How many amino acids must be obtained from dietary intake? a) 6 b) 9 c) 11 d) 15

b) 9

Nurse is teaching a pt w/ a history of calcium oxalate renal calculi. Which should nurse include? a) drink fruit punch or juice w/ every meal b) consume 1000 mg of dietary calcium daily c) take 1g of Vit C supplement daily d) increase your daily bran intake

b) consume 1000mg of dietary calcium daily

teaching for pt w/ history of renal calculi: a) consume foods in Vit C b) drink 3.8L of water through day c) suggest almonds as snack d) limit sodium intake to 3g/day

b) drink 3.8L of water through day

Pt w/ COPD showing understanding on nutrition: a) i will increase my fluid intake when I eat a meal b) i will eat more cold foods at meals rather than hot foods c) i will avoid high fat foods like butter and gravies d) i will cook my meals instead of eating convenience foods

b) i will eat more cold foods at meals rather than hot foods

Which mineral is involved in oxygen transport? a) zinc b) iron c) phosphorus d) magnesium

b) iron

Which clients are at risk for iron deficiency? SELECT ALL a) pt who is menopause b) pt who is vegetarian c) middle adult male pt d) pt who is pregnant e) toddler that is overweight

b) pt who is vegetarian d) pt who is pregnant e) toddler that is overweight

Lactose intolerance recommendation: a) bread b) soy cheese c) luncheon meats d) instant mashed potatoes

b) soy cheese

Daily calcium intake for pt who is breastfeeding: a) 800mg b) 400 mg c) 1,000 mg d) 2,000 mg

c) 1,000 mg

Pt on enteral feeding, which lab shows complication that should be reported: a) sodium 143 b) potassium 4.2 c) BUN 25 d) Glucose 185

c) BUN 25

Pt w/ pernicious anemia will be prescribed: a) ferrous sulfate b) epoetin alfa c) Vit B12 d) folic acid

c) Vit B12

Pt w/ constipation should be instructed to: a) use bismuth subaslicylate regularly b) consume a low fiber diet c) eat yogurt w/ live cultures d) use bisacodyl suppositories regularly

c) eat yogurt with live cultures

Pt w/ chronic pancreatitis should avoid: a) white rice b) broiled cod c) ice cream d) canned peaches

c) ice cream

What places a infant at a higher risk of electrolyte imbalance? a) less extracellular fluid b) reduced body surface area c) longer intestinal tract d) decreased rate of metabolism

c) longer intestinal tract

Pt has AIDS and stomatitis. What should care plan include: a) rinse mouth w/ chlorhexidine solution every 2 hrs b) limit fluid intake w/ meals c) provide oral hygiene w/ firm toothbrush after each meal d) avoid salty foods

d) avoid salty foods

Teaching for pt w/ dumping syndrome and partial gastrectomy: a) consume at least 4oz of fluid with meals b) take a short walk after each meal c) use honey to flavor foods such as cereal d) eat protein w/ each meal

d) eat protein w/ each meal

Pt on radiation reports metallic taste in mouth. The nurse should: a) eat w/ metal utensils b) limit coffee c) avoid citrus foods d) offer mints

d) offer mints

Diabetes Mellitus education understanding: a) eliminate sweet desserts from diet b) avoid Sucralose in coffee c) consume alcohol between meals in moderation d) replace white bread with whole grain bread

d) replace white bread with whole grain bread

Caring for pt receiving radiation and reports dry mouth. Nurse should... a) offer graham crackers b) avoid citrus foods c) rinse mouth with alcohol based mouthwash before eating d) use gravies or sauces to soften food

d) use gravies or sauces to soften food

what should be omitted from celiac disease diet: a) cornflakes b) reduced fat milk c) canned fruits d) wheat bread

d) wheat bread

The purpose of bile is to

digest fats

Pt post gastrectomy should ___ to prevent dumping syndrome

eliminate simple sugars and sugar alcohols from diet

Pt w/ dysphagia, tell them to think of....

foods that produce salivation

Position for pt w/ dumping syndrome after meals....

supine