NUTRITION & BOWEL ELIMINATION EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS 100% SOLVED
Which findings are used to describe bulimia nervosa? Select all that apply.
A. It more commonly occurs during adulthood.
B. It involves significant energy intake restriction relative to requirements.
C. It involves episodes of binge eating.
D. It is associated with a very low body weight.
E. It is associated with self-induced vomiting or the use of laxatives or diuretics.
C&E
Which serum laboratory tests may indicate malnutrition? Select all that apply.
A. White blood cell (WBC) count
B. Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
C. Prealbumin
D. Albumin
E. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
C&D
Many observable signs indicate a client's nutritional status. What are physical signs of impaired
nutrition? Select all that apply.
A. Anorexia
B. Obesity
C. Body mass index (BMI) 22
D. Dull, brittle, dry hair
E. Easily fatigued with no energy
F. Regular bowel habits
G. Soft abdomen
A, B, D & E
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is losing weight. What may be contributing to this
problem? Select all that apply.
A. Fad dieting
B. Decreased metabolism
C. Alterations in taste and smell
D. Chronic illness
E. Food insecurity
A, C, D & E
The nurse is caring for an older adult client. What are the physical signs of malnutrition? Select all that
apply.
A. Receding gums
B. Facial flushing
C. Peripheral edema
D. Yellowing teeth
E. Oral lesions
A, C & E
, .A nurse is caring for a client who observes Muslim dietary practices. Which of the following dietary
items may need to be avoided? Select all that apply.
A. Dairy products
B. Unleavened bread
C. Tobacco
D. Fish
E. Alcohol
F. Pork
E&F
Which are important components of a nutrition assessment? Select all that apply.
A. Assess the client's medical history for gastrointestinal (GI) tract abnormalities.
B. Assess for physical signs of malnutrition.
C. Request a swallow study be completed by a speech therapist.
D. Ask the client about eating habits.
E. Calculate a baseline body mass index (BMI).
A, B, D & E
The nurse is caring for a client who observes Hindu dietary practices and has requested diet
accommodations that reflect their practice. What should the dietary department be notified of?
A. Avoid pork.
B. Avoid all meats and some fish.
C. Ensure that dairy products are not mixed with meat dishes.
D. Adhere to kosher food preparation methods.
B
The nurse is caring for several adolescents. Which statements are accurate about adolescent
nutrition? Select all that apply.
A. Growth rate slows so caloric needs decrease.
B. Eating disorders often begin in adolescence.
C. The desire for independence can lead to nutritional deficiencies.
D. Adolescents are often concerned about body image, which may affect eating habits.
E. Nutritional deficiencies are uncommon in adolescents.
B, C & D
The nurse is caring for several clients who have recently given birth. Which statements are accurate
about nutrition while breastfeeding? Select all that apply.
A. Vitamins A, B, and C are essential needed nutrients while breastfeeding.
B. Alcohol should be avoided as it is excreted in breast milk.
C. Protein requirements decrease during lactation.
D. Caffeine can be readily consumed as it is not excreted in breast milk.
E. Lactation requires a 500 kcal/day caloric increase to support milk production.
A, B & E
The nurse is caring for several infants. Which statements are accurate about infant nutrition? Select
all that apply.
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS 100% SOLVED
Which findings are used to describe bulimia nervosa? Select all that apply.
A. It more commonly occurs during adulthood.
B. It involves significant energy intake restriction relative to requirements.
C. It involves episodes of binge eating.
D. It is associated with a very low body weight.
E. It is associated with self-induced vomiting or the use of laxatives or diuretics.
C&E
Which serum laboratory tests may indicate malnutrition? Select all that apply.
A. White blood cell (WBC) count
B. Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
C. Prealbumin
D. Albumin
E. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
C&D
Many observable signs indicate a client's nutritional status. What are physical signs of impaired
nutrition? Select all that apply.
A. Anorexia
B. Obesity
C. Body mass index (BMI) 22
D. Dull, brittle, dry hair
E. Easily fatigued with no energy
F. Regular bowel habits
G. Soft abdomen
A, B, D & E
A nurse is caring for an older adult client who is losing weight. What may be contributing to this
problem? Select all that apply.
A. Fad dieting
B. Decreased metabolism
C. Alterations in taste and smell
D. Chronic illness
E. Food insecurity
A, C, D & E
The nurse is caring for an older adult client. What are the physical signs of malnutrition? Select all that
apply.
A. Receding gums
B. Facial flushing
C. Peripheral edema
D. Yellowing teeth
E. Oral lesions
A, C & E
, .A nurse is caring for a client who observes Muslim dietary practices. Which of the following dietary
items may need to be avoided? Select all that apply.
A. Dairy products
B. Unleavened bread
C. Tobacco
D. Fish
E. Alcohol
F. Pork
E&F
Which are important components of a nutrition assessment? Select all that apply.
A. Assess the client's medical history for gastrointestinal (GI) tract abnormalities.
B. Assess for physical signs of malnutrition.
C. Request a swallow study be completed by a speech therapist.
D. Ask the client about eating habits.
E. Calculate a baseline body mass index (BMI).
A, B, D & E
The nurse is caring for a client who observes Hindu dietary practices and has requested diet
accommodations that reflect their practice. What should the dietary department be notified of?
A. Avoid pork.
B. Avoid all meats and some fish.
C. Ensure that dairy products are not mixed with meat dishes.
D. Adhere to kosher food preparation methods.
B
The nurse is caring for several adolescents. Which statements are accurate about adolescent
nutrition? Select all that apply.
A. Growth rate slows so caloric needs decrease.
B. Eating disorders often begin in adolescence.
C. The desire for independence can lead to nutritional deficiencies.
D. Adolescents are often concerned about body image, which may affect eating habits.
E. Nutritional deficiencies are uncommon in adolescents.
B, C & D
The nurse is caring for several clients who have recently given birth. Which statements are accurate
about nutrition while breastfeeding? Select all that apply.
A. Vitamins A, B, and C are essential needed nutrients while breastfeeding.
B. Alcohol should be avoided as it is excreted in breast milk.
C. Protein requirements decrease during lactation.
D. Caffeine can be readily consumed as it is not excreted in breast milk.
E. Lactation requires a 500 kcal/day caloric increase to support milk production.
A, B & E
The nurse is caring for several infants. Which statements are accurate about infant nutrition? Select
all that apply.
