Nutrition and Elimination Module
Which of the following is NOT part of the assistant's role during bladder and bowel training?
Developing a training plan based on a patient's needs
What is a function of vitamins and minerals?
Help the body function properly
Which of these statements about emptying a urinal is true?
Hold the urinal close to the toilet bowl while pouring.
Which type of diet is typically used first for patient following surgery or stomach-upset?
Ice chips or sips of water
What is the term that means a person is unable to predict and control elimination?
Incontinent
What is Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)?
Infusing concentrated amounts of nutrients directly into a large vein in the upper chest.
How should a drainage bag be emptied?
Into a graduated container and then poured into a toilet
What is the term for giving fluids directly into a vein?
Intravenous therapy
What is the main advantage of a commode over other methods of assisted elimination?
It allows the patient to have a natural position for elimination.
Which of the following is true of using bedpans?
It must be covered while taking it to the bathroom.
Why should a catheter drainage bag be kept below the level of the bladder?
It prevents urine from flowing back into the bladder and causing an infection.
In which type of feeding is a tube inserted into the middle part of the small intestine through a small surgical opening on the abdomen?
Jejunostomy
Which of the following is true?
Many religions have rules for cooking, serving and eating foods.
Which of the following is true of providing indwelling catheter care?
Observe the area for any signs of irritation or problems with the tubing.
Ismael wants to eat well. Which is the healthiest fat that he can use to sauté chicken?
Olive oil
Which of the following is NOT true?
One bowel movement per week is sometimes normal.
Which of the following is true of intake?
Oral intake may need to be estimated
What is a procedure in which a surgical opening is made into the body?
Ostomy
Which of the following is true?
Patients with dementia may not recognize the signs of hunger.
What source do oils come from?
Plants and fish
Which of these foods are permitted on a clear liquid diet?
Popsicles
Which of the following is true of an ostomy?
Proper skin care can help prevent skin irritation and breakdown.
What does the body use to build, maintain, and repair cells?
Proteins
What is the term for the backward flow of food from the stomach to the mouth?
Regurgitation
What is the purpose of a rectal tube?
Relieve flatulence and intestinal pressure
What should be limited in a sodium-restricted diet?
Salt
What is contained in a saline solution for an enema?
Salt and water
Which type of feeding is given at regular times, usually four times a day?
Scheduled
Which position should be used for a patient receiving an enteral feeding?
Semi-Fowler's
Ideally, what position should the patient be placed in when giving an enema?
Sims'
The physician explains to Audrey that she must change what she eats in order to lower her cholesterol. What is the physician recommending that Audrey do?
Start a therapeutic diet.
What type of catheter drains the bladder and is then removed right away?
Straight
What is the name for liquids or foods ordered by a physician to improve a patient's nutrition?
Supplements
What is a cone-shaped, semisolid substance that melts at body temperature?
Suppository
What do patients with dysphagia have difficulty with?
Swallowing
Which of the following is NOT true?
The body can live longer without water than it can without food.
Which of the following is NOT true of incontinent patients?
The condition is almost always permanent.
Which of the following is true of an Intake and Output chart?
The daily intake should be almost the same as the daily output.
Which of the following describes one way that the digestive system changes with age?
The movement of food through the digestive system slows.
Which of the following is NOT true of catheter tubing?
The tubing should have kinks or bends that stop the flow of urine.
Why is it important to face patients while feeding them?
To interact and make the patient the focus of attention.
What does the term calorie count mean?
To keep a record of the patient's food intake.
What is the goal of a diabetic diet?
To keep the patient's blood sugar level within normal limits.
Why are Intake and Output charts important?
To prevent dehydration or over-hydration
In which case would a high-protein diet typically be ordered?
To promote healing in a patient with a severe wound.
What does it mean to "force fluids?"
To remind the patient to drink each time you are in the room
What is the goal of bladder and bowel training?
To restore normal control of elimination
Why is it important to give the patient privacy for elimination and not show reactions to smells or products?
To show sensitivity to the patient and avoid causing embarrassment.
Which of the following toileting methods is appropriate for patients who are able to ambulate to the bathroom with help?
Toilet
Which of these types of fat are liquid at room temperature?
Unsaturated fat
These fats can have positive effects on health when eaten in moderation.
Unsaturated fats
Which of the following is true?
Use the term "clothing protector" instead of "bib".
Kaylie wants to increase her fiber intake. What should Kaylie eat?
Vegetables
People should eat a variety of which type of food?
Vegetables and fruits
What nutrient can the body live only a few days without?
Water
Which of the following is NOT true?
Whenever possible, it is best to keep patients in their individual rooms for meals.
What must you do if the connection end of the catheter accidentally touches the bed?
Wipe the tube with an antiseptic wipe and then plug the tube.
How should the sheath of a condom catheter be secured in place?
With elastic tape in a spiral wrap
Where should a urinal be stored?
Within reach
When feeding a patient, how full should the spoon be?
1/3
What is the minimum amount of water that an average sized adult requires daily?
1500 mL
How many cubic centimeters are equal to 6 ounces?
180 mL
How many milliliters are equal to 1 ounce?
30 mL
How many milliliters are equal to 10 ounces?
300 mL
In which situation is it unlikely that a catheter would be used?
A 18-year-old female having stitches applied to a laceration on her forearm
Which of these statements about leg bags is true?
A patient may walk around while wearing a leg bag.
An assistant is responsible for which of the following?
All of the above
For which type of training is it important for assistants to offer patients fluids frequently?
All of the above
What do nutrients do?
All of the above
What may be given through IV therapy?
All of the above
When should a patient be in an upright position for feeding?
All of the above
Which of the following is a correct position for using a urinal?
All of the above
Which of these foods are permitted on a full liquid diet?
All of the above
Which of these foods should be avoided on a sodium-restricted diet?
All of the above
Which of these patients may be placed on a high-calorie diet?
All of the above
How can you apply a condom catheter to avoid irritating the patient's skin?
Allow space between the drainage tip and glans of the penis.
What is the purpose of an ostomy?
Allows waste to be expelled
Which foods are part of the Protein group and the Vegetable group?
Beans
Where may a bedpan be placed before giving it to a patient?
Bed
When is the best time to give an enema?
Before breakfast or morning care
Which of the following is NOT an example of output?
Blood platelet IV
For which type of training is it important for assistants to urge patients to eat foods high in fiber?
Bowel training
What foods are usually high in calories and low in other nutrients?
Candy, sodas, baked goods, and jellies
Which of these foods are permitted on a soft diet?
Canned fruit
What is the body's main source of energy?
Carbohydrates
What is a tube used to drain fluid through a body opening?
Catheter
Which food is part of the Dairy group?
Cheese
What kinds of carbohydrates are found in whole-grain bread, pasta, cereal, wild rice, legumes, sweet potato, butternut squash, beets, beans, and nuts?
Complex carbohydrates
Which of the following is true of a diabetic diet?
Complex carbohydrates are a better choice for diabetes.
Which of the following is NOT an example of intake that should be counted on an Intake and Output chart?
Crackers
What is the purpose of an enema?
Cleanse the lower bowel
What kind of proteins are found in animal sources such as meat, poultry, fish, eggs, milk, and cheese?
Complete proteins
What does the term defecation mean?
Discharge solid waste from the body
What does the term void mean?
Empty the bladder of liquid waste
What is the term for tube feeding?
Enteral
What is the key to bladder and bowel training success?
Establish a regular schedule of toileting.
A catheter drainage bag should be emptied at least how often?
Every 8 hours
During a feeding procedure, what does the term pocketing refer to?
Food remaining in the cheeks or under the tongue
What is another term for an orthopedic pan, or a special bedpan used for patients who have difficulty moving?
Fracture pan
According to ChooseMyPlate.gov, half your plate should consist of what?
Fruits and vegetables
All foods that are liquid at room temperature or melt at body temperature are permitted on which type of diet?
Full liquid diet
How is output measured?
Graduated containers or bags
Any food that is made from wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley, or rye is classified as what?
Grain
In which type of diet is food ground to the consistency of hamburger?
Mechanical soft
In which type of feeding is a tube is inserted into the stomach through the nose?
Nasogastric (NG)
Which of these foods should be avoided on a calorie-restricted diet?
Noodles
Who records intake from IV fluids?
Nurse
