Question 1

Following bariatric surgery, what food would need to be avoided?

Accepted Answer

A)  shellfish 
B)  ice cream 
C)  popcorn 
D)  coffee 
A)  shellfish 
B)  ice cream 
C)  popcorn 
D)  coffee

Question 2

Frequent reflux of highly acidic gastric fluids results in ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  inflammation and scarring of the esophagus 
B)  stomach ulcers 
C)  decreased production of saliva 
D)  an inability to use medications 
A)  inflammation and scarring of the esophagus 
B)  stomach ulcers 
C)  decreased production of saliva 
D)  an inability to use medications

Question 3

Which condition would most likely be a cause of esophageal dysphagia?

Accepted Answer

A)  cleft palate 
B)  muscular dystrophy 
C)  stroke 
D)  achalasia 
A)  cleft palate 
B)  muscular dystrophy 
C)  stroke 
D)  achalasia

Question 4

Interventions that can help eliminate distress from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) include ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  lying down for 30 minutes after meals 
B)  fluid intake with meals 
C)  consuming small meals 
D)  a pureed diet 
A)  lying down for 30 minutes after meals 
B)  fluid intake with meals 
C)  consuming small meals 
D)  a pureed diet

Question 5

Discuss the risk factors for periodontal disease and potential strategies for reducing risk.

Accepted Answer

Dental plaque is the primary risk factor

Question 6

Ellen is suffering from abdominal bloating. Avoiding which practice will most likely resolve some of her symptoms?

Accepted Answer

A)  drinking bottled water 
B)  chewing gum 
C)  taking estrogen 
D)  eating chocolate 
A)  drinking bottled water 
B)  chewing gum 
C)  taking estrogen 
D)  eating chocolate

Question 7

An individual with gastritis and hypochlorhydria is most at risk of deficiency for what nutrient?

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin C 
B)  vitamin B  12  
C)  sodium 
D)  phosphorus 
A)  vitamin C 
B)  vitamin B  12  
C)  sodium 
D)  phosphorus

Question 8

Sam has been diagnosed with esophageal dysphagia. This means that he has ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  difficulty passing a bolus of food through the esophagus into the stomach 
B)  coughing during swallowing 
C)  an inability to initiate swallowing 
D)  excessive secretion of saliva 
A)  difficulty passing a bolus of food through the esophagus into the stomach 
B)  coughing during swallowing 
C)  an inability to initiate swallowing 
D)  excessive secretion of saliva

Question 9

In a partial gastrectomy, only part of the stomach is removed and the remaining portion is connected to the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  pyloric sphincter 
B)  ileum 
C)  duodenum or jejunum 
D)  lower esophageal sphincter 
A)  pyloric sphincter 
B)  ileum 
C)  duodenum or jejunum 
D)  lower esophageal sphincter

Question 10

Short Case Study Questions  
A 73-year-old retired administrative assistant has had recurrent episodes of pneumonia with weight loss for the past 5 months. Her past medical history includes high cholesterol and diabetes. Currently, she is admitted to the hospital because of complications arising from a recent stroke.
-On evaluation the patient is found to have chronic aspiration of food into her lungs. What may have caused the patient's diagnosis to be delayed?

Accepted Answer

A)  respiratory infection 
B)  abnormal cough reflex 
C)  dehydration 
D)  weight loss 
A)  respiratory infection 
B)  abnormal cough reflex 
C)  dehydration 
D)  weight loss

Question 11

To avoid dumping syndrome after bariatric surgery, a patient should ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  consume liquids with meals 
B)  avoid foods high in sugars 
C)  avoid lying down for at least 30 minutes after eating 
D)  choose foods that are high in starch 
A)  consume liquids with meals 
B)  avoid foods high in sugars 
C)  avoid lying down for at least 30 minutes after eating 
D)  choose foods that are high in starch

Question 12

Which beverage is most appropriate for a client with dysphagia with a diet order for nectar-like liquids?

Accepted Answer

A)  water 
B)  chicken broth 
C)  iced tea 
D)  tomato juice 
A)  water 
B)  chicken broth 
C)  iced tea 
D)  tomato juice

Question 13

Describe the potential complications of gastritis and dietary recommendations for control of the condition.

Accepted Answer

The extensive tissue damage that develop

Question 14

Short Case Study Questions  
A 73-year-old retired administrative assistant has had recurrent episodes of pneumonia with weight loss for the past 5 months. Her past medical history includes high cholesterol and diabetes. Currently, she is admitted to the hospital because of complications arising from a recent stroke.
-The patient is placed on a Level 2 Dysphagia Mechanically Altered diet for her swallowing problem. Which food would you expect her to have the most difficulty with?

Accepted Answer

A)  moist oatmeal 
B)  baked potato with gravy 
C)  rice 
D)  canned peach slices 
A)  moist oatmeal 
B)  baked potato with gravy 
C)  rice 
D)  canned peach slices

Question 15

Match between columns
                        Premises: chronic gastritis characterized by destruction of gastric mucosal tissue due to chronic inflammation
abnormal narrowing of a passageway
disease that affects the connective tissue structures that support the teeth
absence of gastric acid secretion
autoimmune disease characterized by the destruction of secretory glands, especially those that produce saliva and tears
symptoms that result from rapid stomach emptying: nausea, abdominal cramps, weakness, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia
mineralized dental plaque, often associated with inflammation and bleeding
delayed gastric emptying, most often because of diabetes or neurological disorders
surgery in which diseased portions of the stomach are removed
surgery that treats obesity
drugs that suppress acid secretion by inhibiting receptors on acid-producing cells
bacteria that colonize the gastric mucosa; a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcer disease
inflammation of the gums, characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding
esophageal cells damaged by chronic reflux are replaced by cells that resemble those in the gastric or intestinal tissue
an esophageal disorder characterized by weakened peristalsis and impaired relaxation by the lower esophageal sphincter
dry mouth; due to a reduction in salivary secretions
drugs that inhibit the enzyme that pumps hydrogen ions (protons) into the stomach
upper portion of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm
gastric tissue is acutely injured, often by the toxic effects of chemical substances or radiation treatment
vitamin BS1U1B112S1U1B0 deficiency that results from lack of intrinsic factor
abnormally low gastric acid secretions
an inability to transfer food from the mouth and pharynx to the esophagus; usually due to a neurological or muscular disorder
an open sore in the gastrointestinal mucosa
the feeling of "indigestion"; refers to pain, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdominal area
an inability to move a food bolus through the esophagus; usually due to an obstruction or a motility

Accepted Answer

The Answer of bariatric surgery and xerostomia and dental calculus is...

Question 16

What are symptoms associated with early dumping syndrome?

Accepted Answer

A)  Anxiety and confusion 
B)  Headache and dizziness 
C)  Palpitations and weakness 
D)  Flushing and sweating 
A)  Anxiety and confusion 
B)  Headache and dizziness 
C)  Palpitations and weakness 
D)  Flushing and sweating

Question 17

Short Case Study Questions  
A 73-year-old retired administrative assistant has had recurrent episodes of pneumonia with weight loss for the past 5 months. Her past medical history includes high cholesterol and diabetes. Currently, she is admitted to the hospital because of complications arising from a recent stroke.
-A possible cause of the patient's condition is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  stroke 
B)  Achalasia 
C)  emphysema 
D)  esophageal cancer 
A)  stroke 
B)  Achalasia 
C)  emphysema 
D)  esophageal cancer

Question 18

Discuss the dietary interventions to help decrease nausea and vomiting.

Accepted Answer

Sometimes nausea can be prevented or imp

Question 19

Dumping syndrome occurs when ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  nutrients are absorbed too quickly from the stomach 
B)  fluids are transitioned too rapidly through the large intestine 
C)  food and fluids are quickly emptied from the stomach into the small intestine 
D)  food enters the stomach rapidly through the lower esophageal sphincter 
A)  nutrients are absorbed too quickly from the stomach 
B)  fluids are transitioned too rapidly through the large intestine 
C)  food and fluids are quickly emptied from the stomach into the small intestine 
D)  food enters the stomach rapidly through the lower esophageal sphincter

Question 20

A patient suffering from chronic nausea should eat ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  a hot breakfast in the morning 
B)  a tuna salad sandwich at lunch 
C)  dry toast or crackers 
D)  bagels with jalapeño cream cheese 
A)  a hot breakfast in the morning 
B)  a tuna salad sandwich at lunch 
C)  dry toast or crackers 
D)  bagels with jalapeño cream cheese

Exam 23: Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders

Following bariatric surgery, what food would need to be avoided?

Frequent reflux of highly acidic gastric fluids results in ____.

Which condition would most likely be a cause of esophageal dysphagia?

Interventions that can help eliminate distress from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) include ____.

Discuss the risk factors for periodontal disease and potential strategies for reducing risk.

Ellen is suffering from abdominal bloating. Avoiding which practice will most likely resolve some of her symptoms?

An individual with gastritis and hypochlorhydria is most at risk of deficiency for what nutrient?

Sam has been diagnosed with esophageal dysphagia. This means that he has ____.

In a partial gastrectomy, only part of the stomach is removed and the remaining portion is connected to the ____.

To avoid dumping syndrome after bariatric surgery, a patient should ____.

Which beverage is most appropriate for a client with dysphagia with a diet order for nectar-like liquids?

Describe the potential complications of gastritis and dietary recommendations for control of the condition.

What are symptoms associated with early dumping syndrome?

Discuss the dietary interventions to help decrease nausea and vomiting.

Dumping syndrome occurs when ____.

A patient suffering from chronic nausea should eat ____.

An Overview of Nutrition

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, Absorption, and Transport

The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starches, and Fibers

The Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Sterols

Protein: Amino Acids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management: Overweight, Obesity, and Underweight

The Water-Soluble Vitamins: B Vitamins and Vitamin C

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins: A, D, E, and K

Water and the Major Minerals

The Trace Minerals

Life Cycle Nutrition: Pregnancy and Lactation

Life Cycle Nutrition: Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years

Nutrition Care and Assessment

Nutrition Intervention

Medications, Diet-Drug Interactions, and Herbal Products

Enteral Nutrition Support

Parenteral Nutrition Support

Metabolic and Respiratory Stress

Lower Gastrointestinal Disorders

Liver Disease and Gallstones

Diabetes Mellitus

Cardiovascular Diseases

Kidney Diseases

Cancer and Hiv Infection

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