Constipation can be caused by all of the following EXCEPT _____.
A) inadequate fiber
B) too much fluid
C) inactivity
D) medication
Q. 2What does BMI stand for?
A) body measured index
B) body muscle index
C) body muscle indention
D) body mass index
Q. 3Describe why mineral oil should not be used as a laxative.
Q. 4If the client begins to choke while being fed, what is the first action to take?
A) help the client sit up straighter
B) offer water to wash down the food
C) go look for help
D) suction the client
Q. 5When using BMI, which parameters define overweight?
A) below 18.5
B) 18.5-24.9
C) 25.0-29.9
D) 30.0 or higher
Q. 6The deficiency of vitamin D inhibits the absorption of _____ and _____ in the small intestine.
A) potassium and calcium
B) calcium and biotin
C) phosphorus and potassium
D) phosphorus and calcium
Q. 7What factor is related to weight loss in the AIDS client?
A) Medication used to treat AIDS destroys the protein stores.
B) Appetite and the body's ability to absorb nutrients are decreased.
C) Depression decreases the appetite and causes lethargy.
D) Fever increases the metabolism and burns the extra calories.
Q. 8Louise's lack of appetite may lead to a medical condition associated with a lack of protein, as well as deficiencies in other nutrients. Discuss this.
Q. 9Which of the following is NOT a food source of biotin?
A) milk
B) legumes
C) mushrooms
D) egg yolks
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