Deck 19: Nutrition, Fluids, Nutritional Support and Iv Therapy

Question 1

Which statement about enteral nutrition is correct?

A) The person is usually on a reduced calorie diet.
B) The doctor orders the type and amount of formula.
C) You can insert the feeding tube.
D) You determine when the feeding schedule should be.

Answer 1

The doctor orders the type and amount of formula.

Question 2

Persons receiving tube feedings are at risk for aspiration. You need to report which of the following to the nurse at once?

A) Complaints of a strange taste
B) Coughing
C) Feeling of fullness
D) Pulse rate of 72

Answer 2

Coughing

Question 3

When assisting with IV therapy, you can do all of the following except:

A) follow Standard Precautions and the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard.
B) adjust the flow rate as directed by the nurse.
C) protect the IV bag, tubing, and needle or catheter when walking the person.
D) tell the nurse at once if bleeding occurs from the insertion site.

Answer 3

adjust the flow rate as directed by the nurse.

Question 4

A nutrient is:

A) the amount of energy produced from the burning of food by the body.
B) how a serving fits into the daily diet.
C) a substance that is ingested, digested, absorbed, and used by the body.
D) the processes involved in the ingestion, digestion, absorption, and use of food and fluids by the body.

Question 5

Nutrition is:

A) the amount of energy produced from the burning of food by the body.
B) how a serving fits into the daily diet.
C) a substance that is ingested, digested, absorbed, and used by the body.
D) the processes involved in the ingestion, digestion, absorption, and use of foods and fluids by the body.

Question 6

The MyPlate guidelines recommend which types of oils should be used in the diet?

A) Vegetable oils
B) Fish oils
C) Oils from nuts
D) Canola oil

Question 7

Which vitamin is needed for vision?

A) A
B) B₁
C) B₃
D) D

Question 8

Which vitamin is needed for nerve function?

A) A
B) B₁
C) B₂
D) D

Question 9

Food labels contain which of the following information?

A) Serving size
B) Price per serving
C) Recommended servings
D) Number of calories to consume

Question 10

Which statement about eating and nutrition is correct?

A) Food practices are the same across all cultures and religions.
B) Finances have no effect on what food is in the diet.
C) It is hard for hospitals and nursing centers to allow personal choice.
D) Changes from aging affect appetite and the foods eaten.

Question 11

OBRA requires which of the following for foods served in long-term care centers?

A) Food be served at the correct temperature.
B) Food includes seafood and steak.
C) Residents be served two meals and offered a bedtime snack.
D) Food be prepared and seasoned in a certain way.

Question 12

Which foods are allowed on a clear-liquid diet?

A) Custard, eggnog, and plain ice cream
B) Water, tea, and milk
C) Grapefruit juices and fat-free beef broth
D) Ginger ale and jello

Question 13

A person is on a mechanical soft diet. The person can have which of the following?

A) Mild cheeses
B) Yogurt with granola
C) Fresh vegetables
D) Chips and cookies

Question 14

A person is on a fiber- and residue-restricted diet. The person can have which of the following?

A) Raw fruits and vegetables
B) Granola and whole grain toast
C) Fried potatoes
D) Refined bread and crackers

Question 15

Which is a sign or symptom of dysphagia?

A) Frequent swallowing
B) Belching
C) Difficulty breathing during or after eating
D) Constipation

Question 16

Which is a sign or symptom of dysphagia?

A) Dry mouth
B) Frequent swallowing
C) Increased appetite
D) Hoarseness after eating

Question 17

The doctor ordered "encourage fluids" for a resident. Which action is correct?

A) Limit the person's intake.
B) Place an NPO sign above the person's bed.
C) Offer a variety of fluids.
D) Keep fluids outside of the resident's room.

Question 18

The doctor ordered "restrict fluids" for a resident. Which action is correct?

A) Record the person's intake.
B) Provide hygiene variety of fluids in the person's room.
C) Keep the water pitcher within the person's reach.
D) Offer water in a small glass.

Question 19

A resident has the following items on his meal tray. Which is counted as fluid intake?

A) Coffee
B) Salsa
C) Yogurt
D) Cheese sauce

Question 20

When preparing the person for meals, you need to do which of the following?

A) Make sure that the person stays in their room.
B) Use a reprimand system for accidents that occur.
C) Assist with oral hygiene.
D) Restrict the person's fluids.

Question 21

A resident is visually impaired. You need to do which of the following?

A) Feed the person.
B) Place the person's hand on the food.
C) Use the numbers on a clock to identify the location of food.
D) Ask the person to raise their hand if they need help.

Question 22

You are going to feed a resident. You need to do which of the following?

A) Say your prayer with the person.
B) Sit beside the person.
C) Watch television while you feed the person.
D) Alternate between solid and liquid foods.

Question 23

A resident has three fluids on his tray. How many straws will you need?

A) One
B) Two
C) Three
D) Zero

Question 24

The MyPlate guidelines describe your plate as being half-filled with fruits and vegetables.