Ch 30 & 31: Nutrition & Fluid needs

Poor diet & poor eating habits

• decrease the risk for disease

• cause healing problems

• do not affect mental function

• decrease the risk for accidents

1 gram of fat =

• 4 calories

• 6 calories

• 8 calories

• 9 calories

Which nutrient provides energy and fiber? *

• protein

• carbs

• fat

• vitamins

Which is NOT a CMS requirement for foods served in nursing centers?

• Each person’s nutritional and dietary needs are met

• The person’s diet is well-balanced

• Each person is served at least 3 meals and snacks are offered

• Food is prepared and seasoned for each person’s individual tastes

This nutrient is needed for all body processes.

• water

• protein

• carbohydrate

• fat

Which foods are not allowed on a clear liquid diet? *

• Custard, eggnog, and plain ice cream

• Water, tea, and coffee

• Clear fruit juices and fat-free clear broth

• Hard candy and popsicles

The doctor ordered a dysphagia diet for a patient. The person’s food is pureed. Which is CORRECT? *

• The person’s food is served in a bowl

• The person drinks his food from a cup

• The person’s food is thick like mashed potatoes

• The person needs to eat with a spoon

When feeding a visually impaired pesron, you need to

• tell the person what is on the tray

• describe the aroma of each food item

• desribe the color & consistency of each food item

• offer fluids only at the end of the meal

Aspiration precautions include

• feeding the person liquids through a straw

• positioning the person upright

• checking the person's mouth before each meal for pocketing

• positioning the person supine after each meal and snack

A calorie count is being kept for a patient. Which is correct?

• on a flow sheet, note what he person ate & how much

• weight the food on the person's tray before & after eating

• measure the number of calories in each food item

• ask the dietitian to check the person's tray after each meal