Nutrition NUR 152 UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and
CORRECT Answers
The client reports to the nurse that she feels as if her eyes d
are persistently dry. This symptom is consistent with a
deficiency in which dietary element?
(a) Protein
(b) Vitamin D
(c) Calcium
(d) Vitamin A
A nurse documents a client's hemoglobin as 80 g/L. What d--normal = 12 to 18 g/dL; 120 to 180 g/L
nutritional condition does this biochemical data signify?
(a) Dehydration
(b) Malnutrition
(c) Malabsorption
(d) Anemia
The nurse is performing a nutritional assessment of an c--One pound of body fat is equal to approximately 3,500 calories. To lose 1
obese client who visits a weight control clinic. What pound/week, the daily intake should be decreased by 500 calories per day.
information should the nurse take into consideration Obesity can be difficult to treat due to various factors.
when planning a weight reduction plan for this client?
(a) To lose 1 pound/week, the daily intake should be
decreased by 200 calories.
(b) One pound of body fat equals approximately 5,000
calories.
(c) Psychological reasons for overeating should be
explored, such as eating as a release for boredom.
(d) Obesity is very treatable, and 50% of obese people
who lose weight maintain the weight loss for 7 years.
A 16-year-old adolescent informs her nurse that she b
became a vegetarian 1 year ago. Lately she is reporting
fatigue and has trouble concentrating. A quick blood test
ordered by her licensed provider informs the nurse that
she has pernicious anemia. This is a deficiency of what
vitamin?
(a) vitamin C
(b) vitamin B12
(c) folic acid
(d) vitamin A
A client with diabetes mellitus must monitor carbohydrate c--A client monitoring carbohydrate intake should be mindful of the intake of
intake. Which client statement requires nursing extra sugar
intervention?
(a) "I like to eat eggs for breakfast."
(b) "I'll monitor my intake of fruit juice."
(c) "My favorite drink is coffee with sugar."
(d) "At every meal, I eat a small portion of lean meat."
, The charge nurse is observing a new nurse care for a a
client who is receiving a continuous feeding through a
nasogastric feeding tube. Which action by the new nurse
would require intervention by the charge nurse?
(a) The new nurse places the client in the left lateral
recumbent position.
(b) The new nurse changes gloves before preparing the
feeding bag.
(c) The new nurse interrupts the feeding every 4 hours
and aspirates gastric contents.
(d) The new nurse asks the client whether nausea or
abdominal pain is present.
A nurse is reviewing a client's laboratory values. Which b
laboratory value would be indicative of a client's level of
malnutrition?
(a) Hemoglobin
(b) Serum albumin
(c) Creatinine
(d) Oxygen saturation
An older adult client informs the nurse that foods don't a
taste or smell the same and eating is a chore. What
suggestion can the nurse provide to the client to address
this age-related change?
(a) Try eating foods that are attractive and at the proper
temperature.
(b) Try eating 2 to 3 foods at a time.
(c) Try eating foods with the same textures and aromas.
(d) Use spicy condiments to add flavor.
The nurse is teaching the caregiver of a toddler about the b
importance of calcium to help a child's teeth and bones
develop properly. Which client statement reflects that
nursing teaching has been effective?
(a) "Vitamin A helps calcium absorption."
(b) "Vitamin D helps calcium absorption."
(c) "Too much calcium can cause bone softening."
(d) "Muscles store excess calcium."
The nurse is caring for a client with malnutrition due to a,b,c,d,e
protein deficiency. Which information should the nurse
teach family members about protein? Select all that
apply.
(a) Protein can be found in meat and fish.
(b) Recommended daily allowance of protein is 0.8 g/kg.
(c) Protein should be baked, boiled or grilled to lessen
fat intake.
(d) A mix of unsalted nuts, seeds and dried fruit make a
good protein snack.
(e) A serving of protein is about the size of the palm of
your hand.
CORRECT Answers
The client reports to the nurse that she feels as if her eyes d
are persistently dry. This symptom is consistent with a
deficiency in which dietary element?
(a) Protein
(b) Vitamin D
(c) Calcium
(d) Vitamin A
A nurse documents a client's hemoglobin as 80 g/L. What d--normal = 12 to 18 g/dL; 120 to 180 g/L
nutritional condition does this biochemical data signify?
(a) Dehydration
(b) Malnutrition
(c) Malabsorption
(d) Anemia
The nurse is performing a nutritional assessment of an c--One pound of body fat is equal to approximately 3,500 calories. To lose 1
obese client who visits a weight control clinic. What pound/week, the daily intake should be decreased by 500 calories per day.
information should the nurse take into consideration Obesity can be difficult to treat due to various factors.
when planning a weight reduction plan for this client?
(a) To lose 1 pound/week, the daily intake should be
decreased by 200 calories.
(b) One pound of body fat equals approximately 5,000
calories.
(c) Psychological reasons for overeating should be
explored, such as eating as a release for boredom.
(d) Obesity is very treatable, and 50% of obese people
who lose weight maintain the weight loss for 7 years.
A 16-year-old adolescent informs her nurse that she b
became a vegetarian 1 year ago. Lately she is reporting
fatigue and has trouble concentrating. A quick blood test
ordered by her licensed provider informs the nurse that
she has pernicious anemia. This is a deficiency of what
vitamin?
(a) vitamin C
(b) vitamin B12
(c) folic acid
(d) vitamin A
A client with diabetes mellitus must monitor carbohydrate c--A client monitoring carbohydrate intake should be mindful of the intake of
intake. Which client statement requires nursing extra sugar
intervention?
(a) "I like to eat eggs for breakfast."
(b) "I'll monitor my intake of fruit juice."
(c) "My favorite drink is coffee with sugar."
(d) "At every meal, I eat a small portion of lean meat."
, The charge nurse is observing a new nurse care for a a
client who is receiving a continuous feeding through a
nasogastric feeding tube. Which action by the new nurse
would require intervention by the charge nurse?
(a) The new nurse places the client in the left lateral
recumbent position.
(b) The new nurse changes gloves before preparing the
feeding bag.
(c) The new nurse interrupts the feeding every 4 hours
and aspirates gastric contents.
(d) The new nurse asks the client whether nausea or
abdominal pain is present.
A nurse is reviewing a client's laboratory values. Which b
laboratory value would be indicative of a client's level of
malnutrition?
(a) Hemoglobin
(b) Serum albumin
(c) Creatinine
(d) Oxygen saturation
An older adult client informs the nurse that foods don't a
taste or smell the same and eating is a chore. What
suggestion can the nurse provide to the client to address
this age-related change?
(a) Try eating foods that are attractive and at the proper
temperature.
(b) Try eating 2 to 3 foods at a time.
(c) Try eating foods with the same textures and aromas.
(d) Use spicy condiments to add flavor.
The nurse is teaching the caregiver of a toddler about the b
importance of calcium to help a child's teeth and bones
develop properly. Which client statement reflects that
nursing teaching has been effective?
(a) "Vitamin A helps calcium absorption."
(b) "Vitamin D helps calcium absorption."
(c) "Too much calcium can cause bone softening."
(d) "Muscles store excess calcium."
The nurse is caring for a client with malnutrition due to a,b,c,d,e
protein deficiency. Which information should the nurse
teach family members about protein? Select all that
apply.
(a) Protein can be found in meat and fish.
(b) Recommended daily allowance of protein is 0.8 g/kg.
(c) Protein should be baked, boiled or grilled to lessen
fat intake.
(d) A mix of unsalted nuts, seeds and dried fruit make a
good protein snack.
(e) A serving of protein is about the size of the palm of
your hand.
