NURS 6540 WEEK 7 QUIZ – QUESTION AND
ANSWERS
Question 1
Which of the following nutritional parameters is an indicator for functional decline among
older adults?
a Fasting blood glucose of 100 mg
.
b A body mass index greater than or equal to 35
.
c Total serum cholesterol of 175 mg
.
d A planned weight loss of 1 pound per week as a result of healthy dietary
. changes
Which two laboratory test results provide evidence of malnutrition in hospitalized older
adults?
a Low albumin and cholesterol
.
b Elevated hemoglobin and hematocrit
.
c Low sodium and potassium
.
d Elevated liver enzymes and CRP
.
Strict adherence to therapeutic diets in hospitalized frail older adults is
a Essential to control disease states until the end of life
.
b Essential to conform to nursing home regulations
.
c Not essential if the patient is at risk for malnutrition or diet results in poor quality
. of life
d Not essential because old people don't eat that much anyway
.
Question 4
In what way does functional disability contribute to malnutrition?
a The functionally disabled stomach does not absorb nutrients adequately from the
. food
b Dietary restrictions of functionally disabled individuals cause low caloric intake
.
c The person with functional disability has little money to buy food
ANSWERS
Question 1
Which of the following nutritional parameters is an indicator for functional decline among
older adults?
a Fasting blood glucose of 100 mg
.
b A body mass index greater than or equal to 35
.
c Total serum cholesterol of 175 mg
.
d A planned weight loss of 1 pound per week as a result of healthy dietary
. changes
Which two laboratory test results provide evidence of malnutrition in hospitalized older
adults?
a Low albumin and cholesterol
.
b Elevated hemoglobin and hematocrit
.
c Low sodium and potassium
.
d Elevated liver enzymes and CRP
.
Strict adherence to therapeutic diets in hospitalized frail older adults is
a Essential to control disease states until the end of life
.
b Essential to conform to nursing home regulations
.
c Not essential if the patient is at risk for malnutrition or diet results in poor quality
. of life
d Not essential because old people don't eat that much anyway
.
Question 4
In what way does functional disability contribute to malnutrition?
a The functionally disabled stomach does not absorb nutrients adequately from the
. food
b Dietary restrictions of functionally disabled individuals cause low caloric intake
.
c The person with functional disability has little money to buy food
