Question 1

Describe characteristics of the DASH diet and results of using the diet in clinical trials.

Accepted Answer

The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hyp

Question 2

The DASH diet is useful for treating hypertension and also reduces the risk of CHD.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The primary dietary recommendation for heart failure is a protein restriction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The nurse is instructing a patient on a diet for the treatment of his hypertension.The nurse recognizes that the patient understands his diet when he says:

Accepted Answer

A) "I can freely use salt substitutes and low-sodium products." 
B) "I can eat any foods I want in moderate amounts." 
C) "I need to increase my intake of fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and milk and milk products." 
D) "I don't need to be concerned about the amount of alcohol I drink." 
A) "I can freely use salt substitutes and low-sodium products." 
B) "I can eat any foods I want in moderate amounts." 
C) "I need to increase my intake of fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and milk and milk products." 
D) "I don't need to be concerned about the amount of alcohol I drink."

Question 5

person needing to lower her or his intake of saturated fat should avoid:

Accepted Answer

A) nuts. 
B) baked goods. 
C) fish. 
D) legumes. 
A) nuts. 
B) baked goods. 
C) fish. 
D) legumes.

Question 6

Explain the medical nutrition therapy for hypertriglyceridemia.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain the medical nutrition therapy for hypertriglyceridemia....

Question 7

nurse is working with a patient who recently had a stroke.The patient frequently chokes and coughs when eating and is having difficulty feeding herself.The nurse understands that the best way to insure adequate nutrition for the patient may be:

Accepted Answer

A) to have an aid feed her each meal. 
B) to tube feed the patient. 
C) to ask a family member to be present at each meal. 
D) to place the patient on TPN. 
A) to have an aid feed her each meal. 
B) to tube feed the patient. 
C) to ask a family member to be present at each meal. 
D) to place the patient on TPN.

Question 8

Much of the treatment for coronary heart disease focuses on lowering LDL cholesterol.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

nurse feeding a patient who has had a stroke observes that the patient is having difficulty swallowing the foods on her tray.The nurse recognizes this as:

Accepted Answer

A) angina. 
B) Syndrome X. 
C) dysphagia. 
D) cardiac cachexia. 
A) angina. 
B) Syndrome X. 
C) dysphagia. 
D) cardiac cachexia.

Question 10

Case Study 
HR Manager with Stroke: Steve Daniels is a 53-year-old male who works as a human resource manager.He is obese (BMI of 34), has a history of hypertension, and has smoked a pack of cigarettes a day for the past 32 years.He recently had an episode in which he experienced weakness on one side, double vision, and slurred speech for approximately 20 minutes.His wife called 911 and he was taken to the emergency room.Examination by emergency room personnel determined his blood pressure to be 172/105.A serum lipid profile was performed and the results were as follows: Triglycerides 250 mg/dL; Total cholesterol 265 mg/dL; LDL 217 mg/dL; HDL 29 mg/dL.The physician diagnosed Mr.Daniels as having had a stroke.
-What are Mr.Daniels's risk factors for stroke?

Accepted Answer

Obesity, hypertensio

Question 11

Clinical studies suggest that an overweight hypertensive individual can reduce blood pressure by losing weight.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

patient with heart failure complains of a poor appetite and weakness, and the nurse notices that the patient has begun losing weight.The nurse recognizes this as:

Accepted Answer

A) cardiac cachexia. 
B) anorexia nervosa. 
C) cardiomyopathy. 
D) myocardial infarction. 
A) cardiac cachexia. 
B) anorexia nervosa. 
C) cardiomyopathy. 
D) myocardial infarction.

Question 13

Which of the following is not true regarding trans fats?

Accepted Answer

A) They raise LDL levels. 
B) They are found in foods made with partially hydrogenated oils. 
C) Their intake should be kept as low as possible. 
D) They raise HDL levels. 
A) They raise LDL levels. 
B) They are found in foods made with partially hydrogenated oils. 
C) Their intake should be kept as low as possible. 
D) They raise HDL levels.

Describe characteristics of the DASH diet and results of using the diet in clinical trials.

The DASH diet is useful for treating hypertension and also reduces the risk of CHD.

The primary dietary recommendation for heart failure is a protein restriction.

The nurse is instructing a patient on a diet for the treatment of his hypertension.The nurse recognizes that the patient understands his diet when he says:

person needing to lower her or his intake of saturated fat should avoid:

Explain the medical nutrition therapy for hypertriglyceridemia.

nurse is working with a patient who recently had a stroke.The patient frequently chokes and coughs when eating and is having difficulty feeding herself.The nurse understands that the best way to insure adequate nutrition for the patient may be:

Much of the treatment for coronary heart disease focuses on lowering LDL cholesterol.

nurse feeding a patient who has had a stroke observes that the patient is having difficulty swallowing the foods on her tray.The nurse recognizes this as:

Clinical studies suggest that an overweight hypertensive individual can reduce blood pressure by losing weight.

patient with heart failure complains of a poor appetite and weakness, and the nurse notices that the patient has begun losing weight.The nurse recognizes this as:

Which of the following is not true regarding trans fats?

Overview of Nutrition and Health

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Protein

Digestion and Absorption

Metabolism, Energy Balance, and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight and Underweight

The Vitamins

Water and the Minerals

Fitness and Nutrition

Nutrition Through the Life Span: Pregnancy and Lactation

Nutrition Through the Life Span: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

Nutrition Through the Life Span: Later Adulthood

Illness and Nutrition Care

Medications, Diet-Drug Interactions, and Herbal Supplements

Specialized Nutrition Support: Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition

Foods and Food Consistency for Upper Gi Disorders

Fiber-Modified Diets for Lower Gastrointestinal Tract Disorders

Carbohydrate- and Fat-Modified Diets for Malabsorption Disorders

Nutrition Therapy for Liver and Gallbladder Diseases

Carbohydrate-Controlled Diets for Diabetes Mellitus

Protein-, Mineral-, and Fluid-Modified Diets for Kidney Diseases

Energy- and Protein-Modified Diets for Metabolic and Respiratory Stress

Energy- and Protein-Modified Diets for Cancer and Hiv Infection

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Exam 22: Fat-Controlled, Mineral-Modified Diets for Cardiovascular Diseases

Describe characteristics of the DASH diet and results of using the diet in clinical trials.

The DASH diet is useful for treating hypertension and also reduces the risk of CHD.

The primary dietary recommendation for heart failure is a protein restriction.

The nurse is instructing a patient on a diet for the treatment of his hypertension.The nurse recognizes that the patient understands his diet when he says:

person needing to lower her or his intake of saturated fat should avoid:

Explain the medical nutrition therapy for hypertriglyceridemia.

nurse is working with a patient who recently had a stroke.The patient frequently chokes and coughs when eating and is having difficulty feeding herself.The nurse understands that the best way to insure adequate nutrition for the patient may be:

Much of the treatment for coronary heart disease focuses on lowering LDL cholesterol.

nurse feeding a patient who has had a stroke observes that the patient is having difficulty swallowing the foods on her tray.The nurse recognizes this as:

Clinical studies suggest that an overweight hypertensive individual can reduce blood pressure by losing weight.

patient with heart failure complains of a poor appetite and weakness, and the nurse notices that the patient has begun losing weight.The nurse recognizes this as:

Which of the following is not true regarding trans fats?

Overview of Nutrition and Health

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Protein

Digestion and Absorption

Metabolism, Energy Balance, and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight and Underweight

The Vitamins

Water and the Minerals

Fitness and Nutrition

Nutrition Through the Life Span: Pregnancy and Lactation

Nutrition Through the Life Span: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

Nutrition Through the Life Span: Later Adulthood

Illness and Nutrition Care

Medications, Diet-Drug Interactions, and Herbal Supplements

Specialized Nutrition Support: Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition

Foods and Food Consistency for Upper Gi Disorders

Fiber-Modified Diets for Lower Gastrointestinal Tract Disorders

Carbohydrate- and Fat-Modified Diets for Malabsorption Disorders

Nutrition Therapy for Liver and Gallbladder Diseases

Carbohydrate-Controlled Diets for Diabetes Mellitus

Protein-, Mineral-, and Fluid-Modified Diets for Kidney Diseases

Energy- and Protein-Modified Diets for Metabolic and Respiratory Stress

Energy- and Protein-Modified Diets for Cancer and Hiv Infection

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