NURS 299 Week 4

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A nurse is teaching a patient about the roles of the appendix and gallbladder. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates a correct understanding? "The appendix stores bile to help with digestion." "The gallbladder is essential for survival because it produces bile." "Neither the appendix nor the gallbladder is essential for survival." "The appendix helps digest fats during meals."

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Neither the appendix nor the gallbladder is essential for survival.

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A nurse is teaching a group of nursing students about digestive changes across the life span. Which of the following statements by a student indicates a need for further teaching? “Lactose intolerance commonly begins in early childhood and improves with age.”, “Infants have an immature gastrointestinal tract, which affects digestion.”, “Middle-aged adults are at increased risk for gallbladder disease and peptic ulcers.”, “Older adults are more likely to experience constipation and diverticulosis.”

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“Lactose intolerance commonly begins in early childhood and improves with age.”

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A nurse is providing dietary education to a 25-year-old client who is interested in improving their nutrition. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a correct understanding of the nurse’s teaching about carbohydrate intake? "I should aim to get most of my carbohydrates from complex sources within the recommended range of 45% to 65% of my total calories."

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Correct understanding of carbohydrate intake.

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A nurse is explaining glycogen storage to a patient starting a new fitness program. Which of the following statements should the nurse include? "Glycogen is a long-term energy source stored in fat tissue." "Glycogenesis allows your body to store glucose in your muscles and liver for quick energy use." "Once glucose is used for energy, it cannot be stored again in any form." "Carbohydrates are directly stored in the muscles without any conversion."

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Glycogenesis allows your body to store glucose in your muscles and liver for quick energy use.

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A nurse is teaching a client with newly diagnosed diabetes about blood glucose regulation. Which of the following statements by the client demonstrates a correct understanding of the teaching? "Only sugary foods raise my blood glucose levels." "My blood glucose should stay between 70 to 100 mg/dL to maintain homeostasis." "Insulin is released when my blood sugar is too low." "Blood glucose is not necessary for cell energy if I eat enough protein."

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"My blood glucose should stay between 70 to 100 mg/dL to maintain homeostasis."

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A nurse is reviewing sugar alternatives with a client who is trying to reduce their intake of added sugars. Which of the following is considered a sugar alcohol? Aspartame, Stevia, Sucralose

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Sorbitol

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A nurse is educating a client on the benefits of dietary fiber. Which of the following statements made by the client indicates a correct understanding of the teaching? "Soluble fiber can help lower cholesterol, and I can get it from foods like oatmeal and whole grains."

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Soluble fiber can help lower cholesterol and is found in foods like oatmeal and whole grains.

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A nurse is assessing a client with type 1 diabetes who presents with fruity breath odor and rapid breathing. Which condition is most likely causing the client to produce excess ketones?

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Starvation or prolonged fasting

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A nurse is caring for a malnourished patient who is experiencing muscle fatigue and cold intolerance. The nurse explains that triglycerides play an important physiologic role in which of the following functions? Options: Increasing insulin sensitivity, Enhancing protein metabolism for muscle gain, Stimulating blood clotting during illness, Providing insulation and energy during periods of food restriction

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Providing insulation and energy during periods of food restriction

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A nurse is counseling a client on daily fat intake recommendations. Which of the following statements made by the client indicates a correct understanding of fat guidelines? "I should aim for fat to make up 40% to 50% of my daily calories." "Saturated fats should be less than 10% of my total daily calories." "One pound of fat provides about 1,500 kilocalories." "Children under 5 should avoid fat as much as possible."

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Saturated fats should be less than 10% of my total daily calories.