NUR 215 Exam 3 Study Guide - Nutrition

What is the gold standard for placement verification of a nasogastric (NG) tube?

• Auscultate lungs for crackles

• X-ray

• Check for gastric residual

• Measure from nose to earlobe

What position should the head of the bed be in during NG tube insertion and feeding?

• Supine

• Prone

• High-fowler’s

• Trendelenburg

Fill in the blank: The normal BMI range is _______.

• 18.5-24.9

• 15.0-17.5

• 25.0-29.9

• 30.0-34.9

Which of the following is considered the 'bad' cholesterol?

• HDL

• LDL

• VLDL

• Triglycerides

Which vitamin toxicity can cause confusion?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin E

• Vitamin K

Patients with hypertension need to follow a diet low in which mineral?

• Calcium

• Sodium

• Potassium

• Iron

Sources of cholesterol include which of the following?

• Fruits

• Animal products

• Whole grains

• Vegetables

How often should tube feeding formula be changed once opened, used, or refrigerated?

• Every 12 hours

• Every 24 hours

• Every 48 hours

• Every 72 hours

What is the marker for cardiovascular disease and obesity?

• High HDL

• High LDL

• Low sodium

• High calcium

List two sources of calcium mentioned in the study guide.

• Dairy products, broccoli, green leafy vegetables, sardines (any two)

• Rice, apples, chicken, carrots (any two)

• Potatoes, bananas, beef, corn (any two)

• Pasta, oranges, pork, lettuce (any two)