NCP- M and E

Which of the following is not part of the monitoring and evaluation step?

• Tracking nutrition-related goals

• Adjusting the nutrition intervention

• Conducting an initial nutrition assessment

• Measuring outcomes

Which standardized terminology is used in documenting monitoring and evaluation?

• WHO guidelines

• NCPT

• ICD-10 codes

• DSM-V

What does effective nutrition monitoring typically involve?

• Comparing current data to previous data or goals

• Only reviewing dietary intake

• Creating a new nutrition diagnosis

• Identifying foodborne illnesses

Which component is most relevant to evaluating nutrition interventions?

• Patient’s family history

• Measurable changes in nutrition indicators

• Anthropometric norms only

• Food label knowledge

If no progress is made toward a nutrition goal, what should be the dietitian’s next step?

• Discharge the client

• Refer to another department

• Reassess and revise the intervention

• Ignore and continue

When evaluating a client’s response to nutrition care, which of the following is most important?

• Patient’s satisfaction only

• Comparison of outcomes to nutrition goals

• Laboratory test normal ranges only

• Cost of intervention

Why is documentation important in the monitoring and evaluation step?

• To file insurance claims only

• To delay treatment

• To track progress and justify changes

• To record favorite foods

Which outcome best reflects success in the monitoring and evaluation phase?

• Improved food service

• Achievement of nutrition-related goals

• Reduced hospital wait time

• New diagnosis made

A patient admitted with severe malnutrition is receiving enteral nutrition. During monitoring, the dietitian notes increased tolerance and weight gain. What is the most appropriate action?

• Discontinue nutrition support immediately

• Wait for the physician’s review to proceed

• Continue monitoring and document improvement toward goals

• Switch to parenteral nutrition

In a hospital setting, which of the following best demonstrates effective monitoring of a diabetic patient’s nutrition care?

• Asking the patient how much sugar they like

• Tracking blood glucose levels and carbohydrate intake regularly

• Providing pamphlets on diabetes

• Measuring blood pressure weekly