NR228/NR 228 NUTRITION EXAM 2 LATEST
2023-2024 ACTUAL EXAM 150 QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED
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A client that must obtain the greatest percentage of daily carbohydrates from complex
carbohydrates most likely has which disease process – …ANSWER…Diabetes
A nurse in a community clinic is instructing a group of clients about food high in iron.
The nurse should include information that which nutrients aids in the absorption of iron –
…ANSWER…Vitamin C
The nurse on the medical-surgical floor is instructing a group of clients about vitamins
and minerals and is discussing exposure to sunlight. The nurse is most likely discussing
which vitamin? – …ANSWER…Vitamin D
A nurse is teaching a client who is breastfeeding dietary recommendations. Which
statement by the client indicates understanding of the instruction? – …ANSWER…I will
eat more protein at each meal”
A nurse is providing nutritional teaching to a client who has osteoporosis and discuss
the intake of salmon, milk, and spinach. What is the nurse rationale for the selection of
these specific food items?These food items are rich in calcium and should be used by a
client diagnosed with – …ANSWER…osteoporosis
The nurse is caring for a client who is diabetic and reports a headache, restlessness,
fatigue, and hunger. The nurse should identify that the client is likely experiencing which
condition? – …ANSWER…Hypoglycemia
The nurse is conducting a nutrition teaching session. Which is a good source of
omega/3 fatty acid? – …ANSWER…Fish
A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is pregnant. The nurse should instruct the
client that which food is a reliable source of Vitamin B12? – …ANSWER…Dairy products
A nurse is instructing a woman who is contemplating pregnancy needs to reduce the
risk of giving birth to a newborn who has a neutral tube defect which information should
the nurse use in the teaching. – …ANSWER…Consume foods fortified with folic acid.
A malnourished homeless client without access to nutritious foods is suffering from
which nutritional disorder? – …ANSWER…Primary causes malnutrition
A nurse admitting a client to the medical-surgical floor identifies a time to conduct the
nutritional screening. Which guidelines for nutrition screening of hospitalized clients will
the nurse adhere to? – …ANSWER…A Hospitalized client is screened within 48 hours of
hospital admission
A nurse in an adult day care center is screening for malnutrition. Which risk factors are
the nurse identifying that in malnutrition older adults? – …ANSWER…DepressionLoss of
spouseDental problems
A nurse in a long-term care facility (nursing home) identifies which strategies to
overcome decreased sense of taste in the older adult? – …ANSWER…Vary food
textures and add low-sodium seasonings to foods.
.An educator in a long-term care facility (nursing home) is teaching new nurses how to
identify risk factors contributing to dehydration in older adults. Which factor is most likely
to place older adults at risk for dehydration? – …ANSWER…Older adults lose their
sense of thirst and forget to consume enough fluids.
What is the most common cause of calcium and iron deficiency in woman of early adult
hood age range? – …ANSWER…Dieting
A nurse is providing care for children in pediatric clinic. The prevalence of which
nutritionally-related disorder will be most common in an African American obese child
with a sedentary lifestyle? – …ANSWER…type 2 diabetes
A pregnant client whose weight was normal prior to pregnancy ask the nurse in a
prenatal clinic about weight gain during pregnancy. What is the recommended total
weight gain during pregnancy for this client? – …ANSWER…25-35 pounds
.The nurse is teaching a client to select foods with Vitamin C. Which foods has the least
amount of Vitamin C? – …ANSWER…Milk
What is the best explanation of complete protein? – …ANSWER…It contains all the
essential amino acids
.The nurse is discussing gastrointestinal disorders with a client who complains of
diarrhea, flatulence, and abdominal cramping after ingesting dairy. Which condition is
the client most likely experiencing? – …ANSWER…Lactose Intolerance
Which statement best describes potassium in the diet? – …ANSWER…It controls fluid
levels inside the cells