Xerostomia is a side effect of many medications and can make chewing and swallowing more difficult.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 2Requirements of _____ may be higher among adolescents who frequently consume large quantities of alcohol.
a. fiber and carbohydrates
b. fat and vitamin C
c. thiamin and other B-vitamins
d. vitamin D and protein
e. iron and zinc
Q. 3A critically ill patient with ARDS is on a tube feeding and requires a fluid restriction. The nurse understands that an appropriate enteral formula will be:
a. low residue.
b. high protein.
c. nutrient dense.
d. hydrolyzed.
Q. 4Approximately _____ of adolescents in the United States have an elevated cholesterol level.
a. 10
b. 25
c. 40
d. 55
e. 75
Q. 5A patient with ARDS requires mechanical ventilation. The nurse recognizes that fluid accumulation is a potential problem and understands that this may make it difficult to assess his:
a. weight.
b. temperature.
c. kcalorie intake.
d. fluid intake.
Q. 6A risk factor for hypertension among adolescents is _____.
a. depression
b. cholelithiasis
c. asthma
d. high dietary intake of sodium
e. alcohol use
Q. 7Mr. Winslett is a COPD patient who is complaining of poor appetite, abdominal discomfort, and bloating. Which of the following is the nurse's appropriate suggestion for improving his food intake?
a. Consume larger meals.
b. Substitute beans for meat.
c. Drink a supplement before eating.
d. Eat smaller, more frequent meals.
Q. 8According to the DASH eating plan, individuals should consume 45 servings of _____ per day on a 1,800 calorie diet.
a. lean meat or fish
b. vegetables
c. grains
d. milk and milk products
e. fats and oils
Q. 9Mark is a 23-year-old firefighter who experienced severe burns while fighting a house fire. The nurse recognizes the fact that he may benefit from supplements of _____ to reduce the risk of infection.
a. zinc, vitamin C, and vitamin A
b. iron, zinc, and calcium
c. sodium, potassium, and chloride
d. zinc, thiamin, and riboflavin
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