Question 1

In general, what is the only thing given to most clients during the first 24 hours after major surgery? ​

Accepted Answer

A) intravenous solutions 
B) ​high-protein foods 
C) high-fat foods 
D) ​vitamin supplements and fluids 
A) intravenous solutions 
B) ​high-protein foods 
C) high-fat foods 
D) ​vitamin supplements and fluids

Question 2

If the client begins to choke while being fed, what is the first action to take? ​

Accepted Answer

A) ​help the client sit up straighter 
B) offer water to wash down the food 
C) go look for help 
D) ​suction the client 
A) ​help the client sit up straighter 
B) offer water to wash down the food 
C) go look for help 
D) ​suction the client

Question 3

Describe the progression of a postoperative diet. ​

Accepted Answer

When peristalsis returns, ice chips may

Question 4

The elderly often have poor appetites, and that is a factor in the development of protein-energy malnutrition. What can the nurse do to make mealtimes more attractive? ​

Accepted Answer

Serve food attractively with colorful ga

Question 5

Susan has a poor appetite and drinks little fluid. Maintaining fluid balance is of utmost importance. The physician orders enteral nutrition via nasogastric tube. Why did the doctor choose the nasogastric method? ​

Accepted Answer

Nasogastric tube insertion does not requ

Question 6

All of the following are needed immediately after a client sustains serious burns EXCEPT _____.

Accepted Answer

A) ​fluids 
B) ​electrolytes 
C) ​proteins 
D) ​glucose 
A) ​fluids 
B) ​electrolytes 
C) ​proteins 
D) ​glucose

Question 7

Define xerostomia and discuss its causes. How can xerostomia be alleviated? ​

Accepted Answer

Xerostomia means dry mouth and can be ca

Question 8

When feeding clients who are unable to feed themselves, the nurse should sit on the bed so the client will not feel that the nurse is in a hurry.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The senses of smell and taste decline with age, and appetite may diminish. List some of the causes of sensory alterations, and nursing interventions to improve appetite. ​

Accepted Answer

Diminished senses can be caused by medic

Question 10

What is the preferred method for feeding the postsurgical client? ​

Accepted Answer

A) ​ orally 
B) ​ via nasogastric tube 
C) ​ parenterally 
D) ​ intravenous solution 
A) ​ orally 
B) ​ via nasogastric tube 
C) ​ parenterally 
D) ​ intravenous solution

Question 11

Bowel sounds indicate that perstalsis has returned.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What vitamins and minerals are used prior to surgery to improve nutritional status, and what are their functions? ​

Accepted Answer

The B vitamins are needed for the increa

Question 13

The feeding tube has become clogged. What measures are indicated? ​

Accepted Answer

Give drugs orally when possible, or by i

Question 14

If a client has dysphagia, he or she should drink beverages with a straw to prevent aspiration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

​ Which vitamins, along with zinc, are essential for wound healing in surgery clients?

Accepted Answer

A) ​vitamins B and E 
B) ​vitamin K and folic acid 
C) ​vitamin D and thiamine 
D) ​vitamins A and C 
A) ​vitamins B and E 
B) ​vitamin K and folic acid 
C) ​vitamin D and thiamine 
D) ​vitamins A and C

Question 16

Describe the hypermetabolic response and its impact on the body's homeostasis. ​

Accepted Answer

The hypermetabolic response is a self-pr

Question 17

What complication can develop in bedridden clients? ​

Accepted Answer

A) ​ peptic ulcer 
B) ​ gastric ulcer 
C) ​ pressure ulcer 
D) ​ stomach ulcer 
A) ​ peptic ulcer 
B) ​ gastric ulcer 
C) ​ pressure ulcer 
D) ​ stomach ulcer

Question 18

What is the name of the condition that can occur after gastric surgery and is characterized by dizziness, weakness, cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea? ​

Accepted Answer

A) ​opportunistic infection 
B) dumping syndrome ​ 
C) ​hyperglycemia 
D) hypoglycemia 
A) ​opportunistic infection 
B) dumping syndrome ​ 
C) ​hyperglycemia 
D) hypoglycemia

Question 19

List some of the complications that occur with tube feedings. ​

Accepted Answer

Aspiration pneumonia, a clogged feeding

Question 20

Why is it recommended to clients to lose weight prior to surgery? ​

Accepted Answer

Excess fat is a surgical hazar

Exam 21: Nutritional Care of Clients With Special Needs

In general, what is the only thing given to most clients during the first 24 hours after major surgery? ​

If the client begins to choke while being fed, what is the first action to take? ​

Describe the progression of a postoperative diet. ​

The elderly often have poor appetites, and that is a factor in the development of protein-energy malnutrition. What can the nurse do to make mealtimes more attractive? ​

Susan has a poor appetite and drinks little fluid. Maintaining fluid balance is of utmost importance. The physician orders enteral nutrition via nasogastric tube. Why did the doctor choose the nasogastric method? ​

All of the following are needed immediately after a client sustains serious burns EXCEPT _____.

Define xerostomia and discuss its causes. How can xerostomia be alleviated? ​

When feeding clients who are unable to feed themselves, the nurse should sit on the bed so the client will not feel that the nurse is in a hurry.

The senses of smell and taste decline with age, and appetite may diminish. List some of the causes of sensory alterations, and nursing interventions to improve appetite. ​

What is the preferred method for feeding the postsurgical client? ​

Bowel sounds indicate that perstalsis has returned.

What vitamins and minerals are used prior to surgery to improve nutritional status, and what are their functions? ​

The feeding tube has become clogged. What measures are indicated? ​

If a client has dysphagia, he or she should drink beverages with a straw to prevent aspiration.

​ Which vitamins, along with zinc, are essential for wound healing in surgery clients?

Describe the hypermetabolic response and its impact on the body's homeostasis. ​

What complication can develop in bedridden clients? ​

What is the name of the condition that can occur after gastric surgery and is characterized by dizziness, weakness, cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea? ​

List some of the complications that occur with tube feedings. ​

Why is it recommended to clients to lose weight prior to surgery? ​

The Relationship of Nutrition and Health

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism

Carbohydrates

Lipids Fats

Proteins

Vitamins

Minerals

Water

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Lactation

Nutrition During Infancy

Nutrition During Childhood and Adolescence

Nutrition During Adulthood

Weight Management Across the Life Cycle

Diet and Pre-Diabetes and Diabetes

Diet and Cardiovascular Disease

Diet and Renal Disease

Diet and Gastrointestinal Disorders

Diet and Cancer

Foodborne Illness, Allergies, and Intolerances

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In general, what is the only thing given to most clients during the first 24 hours after major surgery?

If the client begins to choke while being fed, what is the first action to take?

Describe the progression of a postoperative diet.

The elderly often have poor appetites, and that is a factor in the development of protein-energy malnutrition. What can the nurse do to make mealtimes more attractive?

Susan has a poor appetite and drinks little fluid. Maintaining fluid balance is of utmost importance. The physician orders enteral nutrition via nasogastric tube. Why did the doctor choose the nasogastric method?

Define xerostomia and discuss its causes. How can xerostomia be alleviated?

The senses of smell and taste decline with age, and appetite may diminish. List some of the causes of sensory alterations, and nursing interventions to improve appetite.

What is the preferred method for feeding the postsurgical client?

What vitamins and minerals are used prior to surgery to improve nutritional status, and what are their functions?

The feeding tube has become clogged. What measures are indicated?

Which vitamins, along with zinc, are essential for wound healing in surgery clients?

Describe the hypermetabolic response and its impact on the body's homeostasis.

What complication can develop in bedridden clients?

What is the name of the condition that can occur after gastric surgery and is characterized by dizziness, weakness, cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea?

List some of the complications that occur with tube feedings.

Why is it recommended to clients to lose weight prior to surgery?