Foods in the _____ MyPlate food group(s) are beneficial for reducing type 2 diabetes.
A) dairy
B) fruits
C) vegetables
D) fruits and vegetables
E) dairy, fruits, and vegetables
Q. 2One of the major causes of diarrhea that frequently accompanies tube feedings is _____.
a. food allergies
b. over-hydration
c. low osmolality of liquid medications
d. acidity of liquid medications
e. sorbitol-containing medications
Q. 3The minimum carbohydrate intake according to the Dietary Reference Intake is:
A) 20 grams.
B) 60 grams.
C) 130 grams.
D) 210 grams.
E) 300 grams.
Q. 4When transitioning from tube feeding to an oral diet, _____.
a. the formula used for the tube feedings must be given via oral feedings
b. the tube feeding should be discontinued and an oral diet started immediately
c. the patient should shift to an oral diet as the volume of the tube feeding is gradually decreased
d. oral intake should be about 1/3 of estimated nutrient needs when the tube feeding is discontinued
e. oral intake should not begin until after the tube is removed
Q. 5The Dietary Reference Intake for fiber is _____ grams per 100 Calories.
A) 1.0
B) 1.1
C) 1.2
D) 1.3
E) 1.4
Q. 6Estimate the daily fluid needs of a 70-year-old female who weighs 110 pounds.
a. 850-1050 mL
b. 1000-1200 mL
c. 1250-1500 mL
d. 1500-2000 mL
e. 2000-2500 mL
Q. 7Which statement below most accurately reflects the purpose of the Dietary Reference Intakes?
A) Safe and adequate nutrient intake recommendations based on age and gender
B) Nutrient standards used to prescribe and evaluate diets of critical care patients
C) A table of vitamins and minerals appropriate for a 2,000-Calorie diet
D) A nutrient guide used to promote weight loss
E) Levels of essential nutrients commonly found in supplements
Q. 8Which condition does not raise a patient's water requirements?
a. heart disease
b. severe vomiting
c. fever
d. blood loss
e. diarrhea
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