Question 1

Which is the correct amount of kcalories needed daily for this patient to maintain normal body weight?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​1110 - 1750 kcal 
B)  ​1840 - 2210 kcal 
C)  ​2350 - 2380 kcal 
D)  ​2900 - 3020 kcal 
E)  ​3150 - 3200 kcal 
A)  ​1110 - 1750 kcal 
B)  ​1840 - 2210 kcal 
C)  ​2350 - 2380 kcal 
D)  ​2900 - 3020 kcal 
E)  ​3150 - 3200 kcal

Question 2

Parenteral solutions may contain as many as 5 different items when they are initially compounded.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which best describes a disadvantage of using a nasogastric tube in a patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Discomfort for the patient 
B)  ​Formula must be delivered by pump only 
C)  ​It requires a surgical procedure 
D)  ​There is a risk of infection at the site 
E)  ​There is a greater risk of tube clogging 
A)  ​Discomfort for the patient 
B)  ​Formula must be delivered by pump only 
C)  ​It requires a surgical procedure 
D)  ​There is a risk of infection at the site 
E)  ​There is a greater risk of tube clogging

Question 4

Recent research has reexamined the use of blenderized feedings and has demonstrated improved tolerance in some children with feeding disorders.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

One of the most common disadvantages of surgical gastrostomy tubes is that they become dislodged easily.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

How many grams of protein per kilogram of body weight does this patient need?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​0.8 
B)  ​1.0 
C)  ​1.2 
D)  ​1.5 
E)  ​2.0 
A)  ​0.8 
B)  ​1.0 
C)  ​1.2 
D)  ​1.5 
E)  ​2.0

Question 7

Which patient is most likely at risk of refeeding syndrome?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​A patient recovering from outpatient surgery 
B)  ​A patient with gastroesophageal reflux 
C)  ​A patient with hypermagnesemia 
D)  ​A patient with osteoporosis 
E)  ​A patient with a history of long-term inadequate oral intake 
A)  ​A patient recovering from outpatient surgery 
B)  ​A patient with gastroesophageal reflux 
C)  ​A patient with hypermagnesemia 
D)  ​A patient with osteoporosis 
E)  ​A patient with a history of long-term inadequate oral intake

Question 8

The osmolality of body fluids is _______________ mOsm/kg.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The osmolality of body fluids is _______________...

Question 9

Describe the use of a pharmacy compounder with the nutrition prescription and list advantages as well as disadvantages.

Accepted Answer

​Automated compounders can be used to ma

Question 10

Providing adequate free _______________ as well as using a fiber-supplemented formula are steps that may be performed to relieve constipation associated with enteral feedings.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Providing adequate free _______________ as well as...

Question 11

Which type of complication is most often associated with parenteral nutrition administration?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​rash 
B)  ​lung damage 
C)  ​Osteoporosis 
D)  ​kidney stones 
E)  ​Infection 
A)  ​rash 
B)  ​lung damage 
C)  ​Osteoporosis 
D)  ​kidney stones 
E)  ​Infection

Question 12

In which condition would parenteral nutrition most likely be indicated?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Short bowel syndrome 
B)  ​Increased oral fluid intake 
C)  ​Hyperkalemia 
D)  ​Severe dysphagia 
E)  ​Cardiovascular disease 
A)  ​Short bowel syndrome 
B)  ​Increased oral fluid intake 
C)  ​Hyperkalemia 
D)  ​Severe dysphagia 
E)  ​Cardiovascular disease

Question 13

List and describe four examples of complications associated with enteral feedings.

Accepted Answer

​Enteral feeding is not a simple procedu

Question 14

The lipid in most parenteral solutions available in the United States is an emulsion of _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The lipid in most parenteral solutions available...

Question 15

Which is an example of a true statement regarding peripheral parenteral nutrition (PPN)?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​PPN instills small volumes of concentrated fluids. 
B)  ​PPN requires only small amounts to be nutritionally adequate 
C)  ​PPN is typically most acceptable for a fluid-restricted patient. 
D)  ​The high osmolality of PPN may cause small veins to collapse. 
E)  ​Peripheral access for PPN is easier to maintain than a central line. 
A)  ​PPN instills small volumes of concentrated fluids. 
B)  ​PPN requires only small amounts to be nutritionally adequate 
C)  ​PPN is typically most acceptable for a fluid-restricted patient. 
D)  ​The high osmolality of PPN may cause small veins to collapse. 
E)  ​Peripheral access for PPN is easier to maintain than a central line.

Question 16

Enteral formulas are often the sole source of water for patients receiving them.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Describe indications, advantages, and disadvantages of the following types of enteral feeding tubes: nasogastric tubes, orogastric tubes, gastrostomy tubes, PEG tubes.

Accepted Answer

​Nasogastric tubes are indicated in case

Question 18

The primary source of carbohydrate in parenteral nutrition comes from:

Accepted Answer

A)  ​modified food starch. 
B)  ​maltose oligosaccharides. 
C)  ​dextrose monohydrate. 
D)  ​arginine polyesterols. 
E)  ​high fructose corn syrup. 
A)  ​modified food starch. 
B)  ​maltose oligosaccharides. 
C)  ​dextrose monohydrate. 
D)  ​arginine polyesterols. 
E)  ​high fructose corn syrup.

Question 19

The wire guide within the enteral tube that assists with insertion is called the _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The wire guide within the enteral tube...

Question 20

The means of prescribing a very small rate of enteral nutrition with the goal to minimize villous atrophy is known as:

Accepted Answer

A)  ​parenteral nutrition. 
B)  ​bolus feedings. 
C)  ​refeeding. 
D)  ​intermittent feeding. 
E)  ​trophic nutrition. 
A)  ​parenteral nutrition. 
B)  ​bolus feedings. 
C)  ​refeeding. 
D)  ​intermittent feeding. 
E)  ​trophic nutrition.

Exam 5: Enteral and Parental Nutrition Support

Which is the correct amount of kcalories needed daily for this patient to maintain normal body weight?

Parenteral solutions may contain as many as 5 different items when they are initially compounded.

Which best describes a disadvantage of using a nasogastric tube in a patient?

Recent research has reexamined the use of blenderized feedings and has demonstrated improved tolerance in some children with feeding disorders.

One of the most common disadvantages of surgical gastrostomy tubes is that they become dislodged easily.

How many grams of protein per kilogram of body weight does this patient need?

Which patient is most likely at risk of refeeding syndrome?

The osmolality of body fluids is _______________ mOsm/kg.

Describe the use of a pharmacy compounder with the nutrition prescription and list advantages as well as disadvantages.

Providing adequate free _______________ as well as using a fiber-supplemented formula are steps that may be performed to relieve constipation associated with enteral feedings.

Which type of complication is most often associated with parenteral nutrition administration?

In which condition would parenteral nutrition most likely be indicated?

List and describe four examples of complications associated with enteral feedings.

The lipid in most parenteral solutions available in the United States is an emulsion of _______________.

Which is an example of a true statement regarding peripheral parenteral nutrition (PPN)?

Enteral formulas are often the sole source of water for patients receiving them.

Describe indications, advantages, and disadvantages of the following types of enteral feeding tubes: nasogastric tubes, orogastric tubes, gastrostomy tubes, PEG tubes.

The primary source of carbohydrate in parenteral nutrition comes from:

The wire guide within the enteral tube that assists with insertion is called the _______________.

The means of prescribing a very small rate of enteral nutrition with the goal to minimize villous atrophy is known as:

Role of the Dietitian in the Health Care System

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