NUR 1172 NUTRITION FINAL EXAM. QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS.

NUR 1172 NUTRITION FINAL EXAM.

1. The client asks what might be the possible causes of a peptic ulcer.
   H-pylori and intake of NSAIDS
2. A client is admitted with acute pancreatitis. What diet can the nurse expect to be
   initially prescribed?
   NPO/Nothing by mouth
3. A client is admitted with urolithiasis (kidney stones). What prescription can the nurse
   expect from the provider?
   Intravenous fluids
4. A client placed on lipid-lowering statins brings you her food log. Which breakfast
   would indicate a need to re-educate her?
   1 cup grapefruit juice, 4 slices of bacon, coffee with milk, cereal
5. A client who has recently been placed on oral medication for his type 2 diabetes asks
   if he may continue to drink alcohol with his friends on the weekends. What is the nurse’s
   best response?
   Alcohol may increase the effect of your medication, so you need to drink small amounts,
   and keep an eye on your blood sugar.
6. A client with chronic kidney disease concumes an excessive amount of sodium. What
   symptoms will this client likely exhibit?
   Edema and hypertension
7. At least twenty percent of women will experience a UTI in their lifetime. Regular
   consumption of which food will help prevent the occurrence of a UTI?
   Cranberry juice
8. Carbohydrate counting is a useful tool in diabetes meal planning. How many grams of
   carb equals one carb serving?
   15 grams
9. Diet for a patient on kidney dialysis is a vital aspect of maintaining biochemical
   control. What is one of the basic objectives in planning a diet for these patients?
   Prevent dehydration and fluid overload
10. During a client’s recent colonoscopy, the provider found pockets in the colon and
    diagnosed diverticular disease. What dietary advice does the nurse give to the client?
    Increase the fiber in the diet
11. During an episode of acute exacerbation of inflammatory bowel disease, the client is
    unable to tolerate oral intake. What would be an appropriate form of nutrition?
    Enteral feedings or total parenteral nutrition
12. During your clinical rotation at the nursing home, your client is complaining of being
    constipated on a regular basis. What would you advise your client to avoid?
    Frequent use of laxatives and enemas
13. Flatulence is the condition of having excessive stomach or intestinal gas. Which
    foods are generally responsible for excess gas production?
    Carbohydrates