Exam 3 cont'd

Case: Mrs. Peterson, 78, reports fatigue and dizziness. She eats mostly toast and coffee. Question: Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate?

• Risk for unstable blood glucose

• Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements

• Fatigue related to anemia

• Activity intolerance

Case: Mr. Larkin, 63, with heart disease, consumes sausage, cheese, and pastries daily.

• Sausage

• Cheese

• Butter

• Whole grain bread

Case: A nurse is teaching a group of older adults about preventing constipation.
Which suggestion is most appropriate?

• Increase dietary fiber intake.

• Limit fluid consumption.

• Reduce physical activity.

• Eat fewer fruits and vegetables.

Ms. Hines, 55, wants to reduce her LDL cholesterol. Which food choice supports her goal?

• Egg yolks

• Avocado

• Whole milk

• Fried chicken

Case: A nurse prepares a meal tray for a client on a cardiac diet. What food would the nurse question?

• Boiled potatoes

• Skinless turkey breast

• Bacon strips

• Steamed broccoli

Case: Mrs. Allen, 91, has poor dentition and difficulty chewing. What diet is most appropriate?

• Full liquid

• Soft mechanical

• Diabetic

• High-fiber

Mr. James, 47, asks about the purpose of carbohydrates. Which is the best explanation?

• They are structural components of cells.

• They help digest fats.

• They are the body's primary energy source.

• They are used to make hormones.

Case: A client on a clear liquid diet asks what they can eat. What item should be included?

• Chicken broth

• Yogurt

• Mashed potatoes

• Milk

Case: A nurse assists a Parkinson’s client with feeding. What technique is most important?

• Serve meals with utensils already in hand

• Offer finger foods for easier control

• Position upright and assess swallowing

• Place food far from dominant hand

Case: Ms. Taylor, 73, eats only toast and tea daily. Question: Which nutrient is she most likely deficient in?

• Iron

• Fiber

• Protein

• Vitamin C