Question 1

A side effect of consuming a high-fiber diet is _____.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​flatulence 
B)  ​watery stools 
C)  ​bacterial overgrowth 
D)  ​constipation 
E)  ​hemorrhoids 
A)  ​flatulence 
B)  ​watery stools 
C)  ​bacterial overgrowth 
D)  ​constipation 
E)  ​hemorrhoids

Question 2

One of the most common causes of acute pancreatitis is _____.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​high LDL levels 
B)  ​exposure to toxins 
C)  ​alcohol abuse 
D)  ​diabetes 
E)  ​smoking 
A)  ​high LDL levels 
B)  ​exposure to toxins 
C)  ​alcohol abuse 
D)  ​diabetes 
E)  ​smoking

Question 3

What food would be best tolerated by a patient suffering from diarrhea?​

Accepted Answer

A)  Green beans 
B)  ​Ice cream 
C)  ​Coffee 
D)  ​Chicken 
E)  ​Artichokes 
A)  Green beans 
B)  ​Ice cream 
C)  ​Coffee 
D)  ​Chicken 
E)  ​Artichokes

Question 4

Commercial sports drinks are not recommended for the treatment of severe diarrhea because they are too _____.​

Accepted Answer

A)  expensive​ 
B)  ​high in sodium 
C)  ​low in potassium 
D)  ​high in sugar 
E)  ​low in sodium 
A)  expensive​ 
B)  ​high in sodium 
C)  ​low in potassium 
D)  ​high in sugar 
E)  ​low in sodium

Question 5

​Matching
-resection

Accepted Answer

A) physiological changes in the small intestine that increase its absorptive capacity after resection​ 
B) ​excessive bacterial colonization of the stomach and small intestine 
C) ​a family of water-insoluble proteins in wheat 
D) ​medications or enzyme preparations that are coated to withstand stomach acidity 
E) ​the condition of having excessive intestinal gas, which causes abdominal discomfort
F)​the surgical removal of part of an organ or body structure
G)​a gluten-sensitive disorder characterized by a severe skin rash
H)​bypassed sections of small intestine that are cut off from the normal flow of food material, allowing bacteria to flourish
I)​a surgically created opening in a body tissue or organ
J)​a genetic disorder characterized by abnormal chloride and sodium levels in exocrine secretions
K)​a surgical passage through the abdominal wall into the ileum
L)​removal of a portion or all of the colon
M)​inflammation or infection involving diverticula
N)​chemical compounds formed from fatty acids and positively charged minerals
O)​an immune disorder characterized by an abnormal immune response to wheat gluten and related proteins 
A) physiological changes in the small intestine that increase its absorptive capacity after resection​ 
B) ​excessive bacterial colonization of the stomach and small intestine 
C) ​a family of water-insoluble proteins in wheat 
D) ​medications or enzyme preparations that are coated to withstand stomach acidity 
E) ​the condition of having excessive intestinal gas, which causes abdominal discomfort
F)​the surgical removal of part of an organ or body structure
G)​a gluten-sensitive disorder characterized by a severe skin rash
H)​bypassed sections of small intestine that are cut off from the normal flow of food material, allowing bacteria to flourish
I)​a surgically created opening in a body tissue or organ
J)​a genetic disorder characterized by abnormal chloride and sodium levels in exocrine secretions
K)​a surgical passage through the abdominal wall into the ileum
L)​removal of a portion or all of the colon
M)​inflammation or infection involving diverticula
N)​chemical compounds formed from fatty acids and positively charged minerals
O)​an immune disorder characterized by an abnormal immune response to wheat gluten and related proteins

Question 6

In which ethnic group is lactose intolerance most prevalent?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Arab Americans 
B)  Asians 
C)  ​Australians 
D)  Caucasians 
E)  ​Pacific Islanders 
A)  ​Arab Americans 
B)  Asians 
C)  ​Australians 
D)  Caucasians 
E)  ​Pacific Islanders

Question 7

​Matching
-​enteric coated

Accepted Answer

A) physiological changes in the small intestine that increase its absorptive capacity after resection​ 
B) ​excessive bacterial colonization of the stomach and small intestine 
C) ​a family of water-insoluble proteins in wheat 
D) ​medications or enzyme preparations that are coated to withstand stomach acidity 
E) ​the condition of having excessive intestinal gas, which causes abdominal discomfort
F)​the surgical removal of part of an organ or body structure
G)​a gluten-sensitive disorder characterized by a severe skin rash
H)​bypassed sections of small intestine that are cut off from the normal flow of food material, allowing bacteria to flourish
I)​a surgically created opening in a body tissue or organ
J)​a genetic disorder characterized by abnormal chloride and sodium levels in exocrine secretions
K)​a surgical passage through the abdominal wall into the ileum
L)​removal of a portion or all of the colon
M)​inflammation or infection involving diverticula
N)​chemical compounds formed from fatty acids and positively charged minerals
O)​an immune disorder characterized by an abnormal immune response to wheat gluten and related proteins 
A) physiological changes in the small intestine that increase its absorptive capacity after resection​ 
B) ​excessive bacterial colonization of the stomach and small intestine 
C) ​a family of water-insoluble proteins in wheat 
D) ​medications or enzyme preparations that are coated to withstand stomach acidity 
E) ​the condition of having excessive intestinal gas, which causes abdominal discomfort
F)​the surgical removal of part of an organ or body structure
G)​a gluten-sensitive disorder characterized by a severe skin rash
H)​bypassed sections of small intestine that are cut off from the normal flow of food material, allowing bacteria to flourish
I)​a surgically created opening in a body tissue or organ
J)​a genetic disorder characterized by abnormal chloride and sodium levels in exocrine secretions
K)​a surgical passage through the abdominal wall into the ileum
L)​removal of a portion or all of the colon
M)​inflammation or infection involving diverticula
N)​chemical compounds formed from fatty acids and positively charged minerals
O)​an immune disorder characterized by an abnormal immune response to wheat gluten and related proteins

Question 8

The initial treatment for acute pancreatitis includes _____. ​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​providing vitamin D supplementation 
B)  ​increasing insulin production 
C)  ​stimulating the pancreas 
D)  ​reducing hydrochloric acid in stomach 
E)  ​administering intravenous hydration 
A)  ​providing vitamin D supplementation 
B)  ​increasing insulin production 
C)  ​stimulating the pancreas 
D)  ​reducing hydrochloric acid in stomach 
E)  ​administering intravenous hydration

Question 9

​Matching
-celiac disease

Accepted Answer

A) physiological changes in the small intestine that increase its absorptive capacity after resection​ 
B) ​excessive bacterial colonization of the stomach and small intestine 
C) ​a family of water-insoluble proteins in wheat 
D) ​medications or enzyme preparations that are coated to withstand stomach acidity 
E) ​the condition of having excessive intestinal gas, which causes abdominal discomfort
F)​the surgical removal of part of an organ or body structure
G)​a gluten-sensitive disorder characterized by a severe skin rash
H)​bypassed sections of small intestine that are cut off from the normal flow of food material, allowing bacteria to flourish
I)​a surgically created opening in a body tissue or organ
J)​a genetic disorder characterized by abnormal chloride and sodium levels in exocrine secretions
K)​a surgical passage through the abdominal wall into the ileum
L)​removal of a portion or all of the colon
M)​inflammation or infection involving diverticula
N)​chemical compounds formed from fatty acids and positively charged minerals
O)​an immune disorder characterized by an abnormal immune response to wheat gluten and related proteins 
A) physiological changes in the small intestine that increase its absorptive capacity after resection​ 
B) ​excessive bacterial colonization of the stomach and small intestine 
C) ​a family of water-insoluble proteins in wheat 
D) ​medications or enzyme preparations that are coated to withstand stomach acidity 
E) ​the condition of having excessive intestinal gas, which causes abdominal discomfort
F)​the surgical removal of part of an organ or body structure
G)​a gluten-sensitive disorder characterized by a severe skin rash
H)​bypassed sections of small intestine that are cut off from the normal flow of food material, allowing bacteria to flourish
I)​a surgically created opening in a body tissue or organ
J)​a genetic disorder characterized by abnormal chloride and sodium levels in exocrine secretions
K)​a surgical passage through the abdominal wall into the ileum
L)​removal of a portion or all of the colon
M)​inflammation or infection involving diverticula
N)​chemical compounds formed from fatty acids and positively charged minerals
O)​an immune disorder characterized by an abnormal immune response to wheat gluten and related proteins

Question 10

The nurse is planning for the nutritional needs of a patient with acute pancreatitis accompanied by pain and nausea. The nurse understands that initially _____. ​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​all oral fluids and food should be withheld 
B)  ​the patient can have liquids only 
C)  ​tube feeding with an elemental formula should begin immediately 
D)  ​TPN should be started immediately 
E)  the patient should have a regular, fat-restricted diet​ 
A)  ​all oral fluids and food should be withheld 
B)  ​the patient can have liquids only 
C)  ​tube feeding with an elemental formula should begin immediately 
D)  ​TPN should be started immediately 
E)  the patient should have a regular, fat-restricted diet​

Question 11

Mrs. Burgess is a 67-year-old female who was recently diagnosed with depression and prescribed a tricyclic antidepressant drug. In addition, she is on medication for high blood pressure and high cholesterol and takes a calcium supplement. She phones her physician's office complaining of problems with constipation. The nurse suspects that the problems may be due to _____.​

Accepted Answer

A)  depression 
B)  age 
C)  ​medications 
D)  ​high blood pressure 
E)  ​high cholesterol 
A)  depression 
B)  age 
C)  ​medications 
D)  ​high blood pressure 
E)  ​high cholesterol

Question 12

What bulk-forming agent may actually cause an allergic reaction?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Methylcellulose 
B)  Psyllium 
C)  ​Polycarbophil 
D)  ​Malt soup extract 
E)  ​Magnesium citrate 
A)  ​Methylcellulose 
B)  Psyllium 
C)  ​Polycarbophil 
D)  ​Malt soup extract 
E)  ​Magnesium citrate

Question 13

What situation is most commonly associated with development of diverticular disease?​

Accepted Answer

A)  Bacterial infection​ 
B)  ​Bacterial infection 
C)  ​Constipation 
D)  ​Lactose intolerance 
E)  ​Pregnancy 
A)  Bacterial infection​ 
B)  ​Bacterial infection 
C)  ​Constipation 
D)  ​Lactose intolerance 
E)  ​Pregnancy

Question 14

Much of the research investigating probiotics and intestinal illness has focused on the prevention and treatment of _____.​

Accepted Answer

A)  irritable bowel syndrome​ 
B)  ​diverticular disease 
C)  ​infectious diarrhea 
D)  ​Crohn's disease 
E)  ​peptic ulcer disease 
A)  irritable bowel syndrome​ 
B)  ​diverticular disease 
C)  ​infectious diarrhea 
D)  ​Crohn's disease 
E)  ​peptic ulcer disease

Question 15

​Matching
-​gluten

Accepted Answer

A) physiological changes in the small intestine that increase its absorptive capacity after resection​ 
B) ​excessive bacterial colonization of the stomach and small intestine 
C) ​a family of water-insoluble proteins in wheat 
D) ​medications or enzyme preparations that are coated to withstand stomach acidity 
E) ​the condition of having excessive intestinal gas, which causes abdominal discomfort
F)​the surgical removal of part of an organ or body structure
G)​a gluten-sensitive disorder characterized by a severe skin rash
H)​bypassed sections of small intestine that are cut off from the normal flow of food material, allowing bacteria to flourish
I)​a surgically created opening in a body tissue or organ
J)​a genetic disorder characterized by abnormal chloride and sodium levels in exocrine secretions
K)​a surgical passage through the abdominal wall into the ileum
L)​removal of a portion or all of the colon
M)​inflammation or infection involving diverticula
N)​chemical compounds formed from fatty acids and positively charged minerals
O)​an immune disorder characterized by an abnormal immune response to wheat gluten and related proteins 
A) physiological changes in the small intestine that increase its absorptive capacity after resection​ 
B) ​excessive bacterial colonization of the stomach and small intestine 
C) ​a family of water-insoluble proteins in wheat 
D) ​medications or enzyme preparations that are coated to withstand stomach acidity 
E) ​the condition of having excessive intestinal gas, which causes abdominal discomfort
F)​the surgical removal of part of an organ or body structure
G)​a gluten-sensitive disorder characterized by a severe skin rash
H)​bypassed sections of small intestine that are cut off from the normal flow of food material, allowing bacteria to flourish
I)​a surgically created opening in a body tissue or organ
J)​a genetic disorder characterized by abnormal chloride and sodium levels in exocrine secretions
K)​a surgical passage through the abdominal wall into the ileum
L)​removal of a portion or all of the colon
M)​inflammation or infection involving diverticula
N)​chemical compounds formed from fatty acids and positively charged minerals
O)​an immune disorder characterized by an abnormal immune response to wheat gluten and related proteins

Question 16

Celiac disease is characterized by an abnormal immune response to certain amino acids.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

​Matching
-​dermatitis herpetiformis

Accepted Answer

A) physiological changes in the small intestine that increase its absorptive capacity after resection​ 
B) ​excessive bacterial colonization of the stomach and small intestine 
C) ​a family of water-insoluble proteins in wheat 
D) ​medications or enzyme preparations that are coated to withstand stomach acidity 
E) ​the condition of having excessive intestinal gas, which causes abdominal discomfort
F)​the surgical removal of part of an organ or body structure
G)​a gluten-sensitive disorder characterized by a severe skin rash
H)​bypassed sections of small intestine that are cut off from the normal flow of food material, allowing bacteria to flourish
I)​a surgically created opening in a body tissue or organ
J)​a genetic disorder characterized by abnormal chloride and sodium levels in exocrine secretions
K)​a surgical passage through the abdominal wall into the ileum
L)​removal of a portion or all of the colon
M)​inflammation or infection involving diverticula
N)​chemical compounds formed from fatty acids and positively charged minerals
O)​an immune disorder characterized by an abnormal immune response to wheat gluten and related proteins 
A) physiological changes in the small intestine that increase its absorptive capacity after resection​ 
B) ​excessive bacterial colonization of the stomach and small intestine 
C) ​a family of water-insoluble proteins in wheat 
D) ​medications or enzyme preparations that are coated to withstand stomach acidity 
E) ​the condition of having excessive intestinal gas, which causes abdominal discomfort
F)​the surgical removal of part of an organ or body structure
G)​a gluten-sensitive disorder characterized by a severe skin rash
H)​bypassed sections of small intestine that are cut off from the normal flow of food material, allowing bacteria to flourish
I)​a surgically created opening in a body tissue or organ
J)​a genetic disorder characterized by abnormal chloride and sodium levels in exocrine secretions
K)​a surgical passage through the abdominal wall into the ileum
L)​removal of a portion or all of the colon
M)​inflammation or infection involving diverticula
N)​chemical compounds formed from fatty acids and positively charged minerals
O)​an immune disorder characterized by an abnormal immune response to wheat gluten and related proteins

Question 18

A patient who takes pancreatic enzyme replacements is at risk of what type of gastrointestinal side effects?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Abdominal bloating 
B)  Rectal bleeding 
C)  ​Flatulence 
D)  ​Constipation 
E)  Heartburn​ 
A)  ​Abdominal bloating 
B)  Rectal bleeding 
C)  ​Flatulence 
D)  ​Constipation 
E)  Heartburn​

Question 19

After intestinal resection, the absorptive efficiency of the intestine is improved through _____.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​intestinal adaptation 
B)  ​enzyme replacement therapy 
C)  ​following a high-fiber diet 
D)  ​further surgery 
E)  ​iron supplementation 
A)  ​intestinal adaptation 
B)  ​enzyme replacement therapy 
C)  ​following a high-fiber diet 
D)  ​further surgery 
E)  ​iron supplementation

Question 20

Kelly is a 27-year-old Caucasian who works as a bank teller. She is 5'3" tall and weighs 102 pounds. She began experiencing recurrent gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhea, steatorrhea, and flatulence several months ago. She made an appointment with her physician after noticing that she was losing weight. Laboratory tests confirmed a diagnosis of celiac disease.
-Kelly will require nutrition education aimed at eliminating gluten from her diet. The dietitian will teach Kelly to _____​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​avoid all cereal and grain products 
B)  ​substitute whole-wheat flour for enriched wheat flour when cooking 
C)  ​check ingredient lists on food labels carefully 
D)  ​avoid all milk and milk products 
E)  ​consume only the foods she has prepared herself 
A)  ​avoid all cereal and grain products 
B)  ​substitute whole-wheat flour for enriched wheat flour when cooking 
C)  ​check ingredient lists on food labels carefully 
D)  ​avoid all milk and milk products 
E)  ​consume only the foods she has prepared herself

Exam 18: Nutrition and Lower Gastrointestinal Disorders

A side effect of consuming a high-fiber diet is _____.​

One of the most common causes of acute pancreatitis is _____.​

What food would be best tolerated by a patient suffering from diarrhea?​

Commercial sports drinks are not recommended for the treatment of severe diarrhea because they are too _____.​

​Matching -resection

In which ethnic group is lactose intolerance most prevalent?​

​Matching -​enteric coated

The initial treatment for acute pancreatitis includes _____. ​

​Matching -celiac disease

The nurse is planning for the nutritional needs of a patient with acute pancreatitis accompanied by pain and nausea. The nurse understands that initially _____. ​

What bulk-forming agent may actually cause an allergic reaction?​

What situation is most commonly associated with development of diverticular disease?​

Much of the research investigating probiotics and intestinal illness has focused on the prevention and treatment of _____.​

​Matching -​gluten

Celiac disease is characterized by an abnormal immune response to certain amino acids.​

​Matching -​dermatitis herpetiformis

A patient who takes pancreatic enzyme replacements is at risk of what type of gastrointestinal side effects?​

After intestinal resection, the absorptive efficiency of the intestine is improved through _____.​

Overview of Nutrition and Health

Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Protein

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management - Overweight and Underweight

The Vitamins

Water and the Minerals

Nutrition Through the Life Span - Pregnancy and Infancy

Nutrition Through the Life Span - Childhood and Adolescence

Nutrition Through the Life Span - Later Adulthood

Nutrition Care and Assessment

Nutrition Intervention and Diet-Drug Interactions

Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition Support

Nutrition in Metabolic and Respiratory Stress

Nutrition and Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders

Nutrition and Liver Diseases

Nutrition and Diabetes Mellitus

Nutrition and Disorders of the Heart and Blood Vessels

Nutrition and Renal Diseases

Nutrition - Cancer - and HIV Infection

Filters

A side effect of consuming a high-fiber diet is _____.

One of the most common causes of acute pancreatitis is _____.

What food would be best tolerated by a patient suffering from diarrhea?

Commercial sports drinks are not recommended for the treatment of severe diarrhea because they are too _____.

Matching -resection

In which ethnic group is lactose intolerance most prevalent?

Matching -enteric coated

The initial treatment for acute pancreatitis includes _____.

Matching -celiac disease

The nurse is planning for the nutritional needs of a patient with acute pancreatitis accompanied by pain and nausea. The nurse understands that initially _____.

What bulk-forming agent may actually cause an allergic reaction?

What situation is most commonly associated with development of diverticular disease?

Much of the research investigating probiotics and intestinal illness has focused on the prevention and treatment of _____.

Matching -gluten

Celiac disease is characterized by an abnormal immune response to certain amino acids.

Matching -dermatitis herpetiformis

A patient who takes pancreatic enzyme replacements is at risk of what type of gastrointestinal side effects?

After intestinal resection, the absorptive efficiency of the intestine is improved through _____.