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WorksheetsExam 2 NURS 388
Total questions: 32
Worksheet time: 18mins
Which of the following are risk factors for Type 2 Diabetes?
Obesity
Physical inactivity
Low HDL
Being under 20 years old
High protein intake
What is the normal fasting blood glucose range?
60-90 mg/dL
70-100 mg/dL
80-110 mg/dL
90-120 mg/dL
A nurse is reviewing the health history of a client. Which of the following findings places the client at greatest risk for having a stroke?
Age 35 with a physically active lifestyle
Family history of diabetes with a low-fat diet
Hypertension that is not well controlled
HDL cholesterol level of 65 mg/dL
A patient has a BMI of 32. What classification is this?
Underweight
Normal weight
Overweight
Obese
The nurse is teaching a client about dietary sources of calcium. Which of the following foods should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply)
Milk
Tofu
Green leafy vegetables
White rice
Legumes
A nurse is reviewing a client’s medication list and notes that the client is taking warfarin (Coumadin). Which of the following vitamins should the nurse instruct the client to avoid excessive intake of due to its interference with anticoagulation therapy?
Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin K
Vitamin D
A nurse is assessing a client with a suspected vitamin B12 deficiency. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply)
Numbness
Hallucinations
Fatigue
Constipation
Weight gain
A nurse is providing dietary education to a client at risk for cardiovascular disease. Which of the following recommendations is most appropriate to reduce the client's risk of heart disease?
High saturated fat intake
Low fiber diet
Plant-based diet
Sedentary lifestyle
A nurse is reviewing a client’s health history and notes multiple risk factors. Which of the following findings supports a diagnosis of metabolic syndrome? (Select all that apply).
Low HDL levels
Excess abdominal fat
Heart Failure
High HDL levels
Elevated fasting blood glucose
One pound of fat contains how many kcal?
1000
3500
1500
4000
Which type of fiber helps most to reduce colon cancer risk?
Soluble
Insoluble
Refined
Processed
A deficiency in which mineral can lead to osteoporosis?
Calcium
Iron
Magnesium
Zinc
What factor indicates that a child is at risk for obesity?
>85th percentile
>50th percentile
BMI of 26
BMI of 30
A nurse is educating a client who engages in regular physical activity about proper hydration. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of fluid guidelines for exercise?
"I should drink 8 oz of water before exercising."
"I need to drink 1.5 L of fluid for every kilogram of body weight I lose during exercise."
"Sports drinks should contain at least 15% carbohydrates for energy."
"I only need to hydrate after exercise to prevent heatstroke."
A nurse is teaching a client about essential and nonessential nutrients. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
"Essential nutrients must be obtained through the diet because the body cannot produce them."
"Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are examples of essential nutrients."
"Nonessential nutrients are not used by the body and should be avoided."
"The body can synthesize nonessential nutrients on its own."
A nurse is discussing dietary fiber with a client who is at risk for constipation. Which of the following food options provided by the client indicates the highest source of insoluble fiber?
Barley
Oatmeal
Applesauce
White Bread
In order to lose 3 pounds of fat in 2 weeks, how many calories would you reduce your daily intake by?
800 kcal/day
300 kcal/day
500 kcal/day
750 kcal/day
A nurse is educating a 55-year-old patient on calculating their maximum heart rate. What would this patient's maximum HR be?
165 bpm
185 bpm
100 bpm
200 bpm
A nurse is teaching a client about increasing vitamin D intake through diet. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend as good sources of vitamin D?
Brown rice and broccoli
Oranges and spinach
Egg yolks and fortified milk
Chicken breast and apples
A nurse is caring for a client with severe trauma from a car accident. The nurse understands that the client is in a catabolic state. Which of the following findings would the nurse expect?
Positive nitrogen balance due to tissue repair
Negative nitrogen balance, indicating muscle protein breakdown
Decreased protein breakdown and increased fat storage
Nitrogen retention due to increased caloric intake
A nurse is reviewing medication and supplement use with a client who is prescribed warfarin (Coumadin). Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
"I will avoid foods high in vitamin K to prevent interference with my medication."
"I take vitamin E supplements daily to help with my skin health."
"I understand that herbal supplements can interact with warfarin."
"I will inform my healthcare provider before starting any new vitamins or supplements."
A nurse is teaching a client about dietary sources of calcium and factors that affect absorption. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
"Drinking milk helps me meet my calcium needs."
"Taking vitamin D helps my body absorb calcium better."
"Leafy greens like kale are good sources of calcium."
"Drinking several cups of black tea each day improves my calcium absorption."
What BMI range is considered healthy?
>18
18-24.9
25-29.9
30-40
A nurse is assessing a client with suspected ketosis. Which of the following situations could lead to excessive ketone production?
High carbohydrate diet
Increased protein intake
Excess sodium consumption
Low or no carbohydrate intake
A nurse is caring for a client with a high fever due to an acute infection. Which of the following best describes the effect of fever on protein in the body?
Proteins may denature and require increased intake to support immune function
Proteins are stored in fat tissue during a fever
Proteins are used to regulate blood glucose levels
Protein metabolism decreases to conserve energy
A nurse is teaching a client about incorporating antioxidants into their diet. Which of the following foods should the nurse include as good sources of antioxidants? (Select all that apply)
Blueberries
Red cabbage
Olive oil
White bread
Kale
A nurse is providing nutritional education to a client with concerns about nervous system health. Which of the following nutrients are essential for proper nervous system functioning? (Select all that apply)
Vitamin B12
Thiamine
Vitamin K
Calcium
Sodium
A nurse is caring for several clients with different dietary needs. Which client requires the highest priority for observation during mealtime?
A client advanced to a mechanical soft diet following oral surgery
A client recently advanced from NPO to clear liquids post-abdominal surgery
A client with poorly fitted dentures on a regular diet
A client with a history of stroke who is eating for the first time post-hospital admission
A nurse is teaching a client with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) about dietary management. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the teaching?
"I should increase my fluid intake to help flush my kidneys."
"I will limit my intake of high-sodium and processed foods."
"I can eat as much protein as I want since my kidneys aren't working."
"I should avoid all fruits and vegetables to prevent potassium overload."
A nurse is reviewing lab results for a client who is a long-term smoker and reports fatigue and frequent colds. Which of the following vitamins should the nurse suspect may be deficient?
Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin K
Vitamin D
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with essential fatty acid deficiency (EFAD). Which assessment findings should the nurse expect? (SATA)
Dry, scaly dermatitis
Hair loss
Increased infections
Neuropathy
Poor wound healing
A nurse is teaching a client who has iron-deficiency anemia about dietary choices to improve iron intake. Which meal selection by the client indicates understanding of the teaching?
Scrambled eggs with milk and toast
Oatmeal with tea and banana
Grilled chicken salad with spinach and orange slices
Yogurt parfait with strawberries
