Nutrition

What are the elements that are found in foods, and necessary for good health, but the body cannot make by itself?

Essential nutrients

Which of the following facts should the nurse include when teaching a patient how to obtain adequate protein intake on a vegetarian diet?

A diet of plants alone can provide adequate amounts of protein when beans and other grains are included

Desirable total cholesterol for an adult client is less than_______________ mg/dl. Use numbers only for answer. *FILL IN THE BLANK*

200

The nurse attempts to explain the importance of stored fat to insulate the body and serve as a cushion to protect organs. This form of stored fat is called:

Adipose tissue

A young adult is trying to substitute unsaturated fats in place of saturated fats in their diet. The client states, "How do I know what an unsaturated fat is?" Which of the following nursing statements is most accurate in answering the client's question?

"They are from plant sources and are liquid at room temperature."

The suggested intake of calcium for adults over 51 years of age is _____________. Enter numbers only. **FILL IN THE BLANK ANSWER**

1200

To reduce the risk of developing hypertension, sodium intake should be limited to how many milligrams per day in an older adult?

1200mg/day

The nurse understands that a Catholic religion client observing lent will not be able to eat which of the following foods?

Beef

Which of the following foods are a good source of calcium? * Select all that apply *

Broccoli Legumes Yogurt

The nurse caring for a Muslim patient recognizes that appropriate dietary suggestions to offer this patient include:

Chicken Rice

The physician has recommended that the client increase the amount of fiber in her diet to help with blood cholesterol control. Which guidelines are most appropriate for increasing water-soluble fiber in the diet?

Choose foods that are closer to their whole state rather than refined or processed, including more fruits, oats, and legumes to increase soluble fiber, drink plenty of water

The physician has recommended that their client increases the amount of fiber in her diet, to help with blood cholesterol control. Which guidelines are the most appropriate for increasing water-soluble fiber in the diet?

Choose foods that are closer to their whole state rather than refined or processed, including more fruits, oats, and legumes to increase soluble fiber, drink plenty of water.

Which of the following enhances the absorption of iron?

Citrus foods (fruits)

A Seventh Day Adventist may not have which of the following drinks?

Coca-Cola

Which type of oil is an example of a polyunsaturated fatty acid?

Corn

A newly married female is planning pregnancy. She has heard that some experts recommend folic acid supplements for women of child-bearing age. What is the reason for this recommendation?

Folic acid may prevent neural tube defects in the developing fetus.

At approximately 4 - 6 months of age, solid food is introduced to the weaning baby. Foods with a high iron content are recommended by the nurse, such as:

Fortified cereals

What is the body's storage form of carbohydrates, usually found in the liver with some storage in the muscles?

Glycogen

The nurse makes nutrition one of the focus areas in a patient's care plan. Where does nutrition play the most important role when it comes to health maintenance and/or prevention?

Health maintenance

Which of the following foods are the most likely to raise cholesterol levels?

High in saturated fats

Nutrition among adolescents is frequently deficient due to eating fast food. The school nurse encourages intake of food containing:

Iron Calcium

Which of the following statements by the nurse explains to the patient the reason for the doctor prescribing Vitamin A?

It helps night blindness and your skin.

Which of the following statements by the nurse explains to the patient the reason for the doctor prescribing vitamin A?

It helps your skin and night blindness

A nurse is educating a client with low a immune system on foods high in Vitamin C. Which of the following food will the nurse encourage the client to consume?

Kiwis Oranges

Select the food item that is a best source of Zinc.

Liver

Which of the following foods are highest in Iron? * Select all that apply *

Liver Fortified foods Ground beef

The nurse stresses that nutrients are part of a combination of all chemical processes that take place in the body to regulate body processes. This basic process is called:

Metabolism

The nurse is caring for a patient who fasts during daylight hours during Ramadan. The nurse recognizes that the patient is adhering to the cultural beliefs of which culture?

Muslims

Which of the following foods is a source of protein?

Nuts

Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend to a patient to reduce triglycerides?

Soybeans green vegetables fruit

When teaching a patient about preparing fresh foods, the nurse will discuss that the best (COOKING) method to preserve nutrients is:

Steaming

Which dietary source is an example of a simple disaccharide?

Table sugar

The nurse is educating a group of high school students regarding nutrition. How should the nurse respond when the students ask what occurs when protein, mineral, iron, and fat combine?

Tissue is built and repaired

To simplify food values, the measurement of energy obtained by food is defined as the ________________. **FILL IN THE BLANK ANSWER** (lower case only)

kilocalorie

A nurse caring for an Orthodox Jewish patient should recognize that the dietary requirements for this patient include:

Use of separate utensils for meat and milk products.

The elderly may have decreased taste and smell. Which action would be appropriate to make foods more appealing?

Vary food flavors; utilizing seasoning and spices.

Which nutrient is most vital to life?

Water