1 A client must obtain the greatest percentage of daily carbohydrates from complex carbohydrates most

likely has which disease process?

Diabetes

2 A nurse in a community clinic is instructing a group of clients about foods high in iron the nurse should
include information on which aids in absorption of iron?

vitamin C

3 The nurse or on the medical surgical floor is instructing a group of clients about vitamins and minerals
and is discussing exposure to sunlight the nurse most likely discussing which vitamin?

vitamin D

4 a nurse is teaching a client who is breastfeeding about dietary recommendation which statement by
the client indicates understanding of the instruction?

I will eat more protein at each meal.

5 A nurse is providing nutritional teaching to a client who has osteoporosis and is discussing the intake
of salmon milk and spinach which is the nurse’s rationale for selecting of these specific food items?

these food items are rich in calcium and should be used by client diagnosed with osteoporosis

6 The nurse is caring for a client who is diabetic and reports headache restlessness fatigue and hunger
the nurse should identify that the client is likely experiencing which condition?

Hypoglycemia

7 The nurse is conducting nutritional teaching session which is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?

Fish

8 A nurse is proving teaching to a client who is pregnant the nurse should instruct the client that which
food is a reliable source of vitamin B12?

Dairy products

9 A nurse is instructing a woman who is contemplating pregnancy about nutritional needs to reduce the
risk of giving birth to a newborn who has a neural tube defect which information should the nurse
indicate in the teaching?

consume foods fortified with folic acid

10 A client needs regular injection of vitamin B12 which is the best rationale for the client needing
vitamin B 12?

the client’s stomach does not produce the intrinsic factor

11 Which is most likely cause of vitamin toxicity?

long term use megadose supplements

12. A nurse is caring for a client with type two diabetes the nurse teaches the client which technique to
maintain constant glycemic control?

space snacks throughout the day

13 Avoid eating late at night a nurse in a diabetic clinic is educating a client diagnosed with type one
diabetes mellitus who has increased his exercise level which of the following dietary recommendation is
appropriate for this client?

consume additional carbohydrates

14. A nurse is educating hospitalized client who was diagnosed with acute pancreatitis which notion of
alternation will be observed in this client?

there may be alteration and insulin and glucagon as these hormones are secreted by the pancreas

15 A nurse is discussing dietary recommendation for chronic cholecystitis with a client which diet will be
discussed?

low fat diet

16 The nurse is preparing a plan of care for a client who was recently diagnosed with gallbladder disease
and has symptoms that occur after eating that include mild abdominal pain which is the priority
nutritional considerations for this client’s diet?

set short term goals to deal with pain to improve nutritional status

17 A nurse is discussing psychological factors related to poor nutritional state for the older population
which psychological factors most often affect the nutritional status of older adults?

loneliness and depression over the loss of significant others

18 A nurse in a pediatric clinic is discussing anthropometric measures with mothers of toddlers. which
measurements are included in the discussion?

head circumference and weight

19 A malnourished homeless client without access to nutritious foods is suffering from which nutritional
status?

primary causes of malnutrition

20 A nurse admitting a client to the medical surgical floor identifies a time to conduct the nutritional
screening. which guideline for nutrition screening of hospitalized clients will the nurse adhere to?

hospitalized clients are screened within 48 hours of hospitalized admission

21 A nurse in an adult day care center is screening for malnutrition. which risk factors are the nurse
identifying that results in malnutrition in older adults?

dental problems,

ability to prep meal.

loss of spouse,

depression

22 A nurse in a long-term care facility (nursing home) identifies which strategies to overcome decreased
sense of taste in the older adult.

vary food textures and add low sodium seasonings to foods!

23 An educator in a long term care facility (nursing home) is teaching new nurses how to identify risk
factors contributing to dehydration in older adults. which factor is most likely to place older adults at
risk for dehydration?

older adults lose their sense of thirst and forget to consume enough fluids

24 What is the most common cause of calcium and iron deficiency in woman of early adulthood age
range?

Dieting

25 A nurse is providing care for children in a pediatric clinic. the prevalence of which nutritionally related
disorder will be most common in an African American, obese child with a sedentary lifestyle?

type 2 diabetes

26 the school nurse conducting a nutritional assessment on an adolescent will identify deficiency in
which nutrient that is necessary for normal cell growth?

Folate

27 A community health nurse is teaching moms to select healthy food options for preschoolers. which
snack is the best choice?

mini wheat bagel with light cream cheese

28 A school nurse is educating a group of adolescents about nutritional principle. what is an important
principle of nutrition during adolescence?

calcium and iron are needed for accelerated skeletal growth and increased blood volumes

29 a community health nurse is teaching a group of parents how to select healthy nutritional options for
children. what is an important principle of nutrition during childhood?

servings sizes should represent appropriate quantities for the age of the child

30 A school nurse is reviewing the national school lunch program to implement a teaching session.
which statement is accurate regarding the NSLP?

obesity prevention and heathy habits must be the focus of a school wellness program

31 A nurse on the postpartum unit is providing instructions about breastfeeding and formula. which
instruction should be included when teaching a new mother about formula preparation?

formula should never be microwaved

32 A nurse on the postpartum floor is teaching a group of parents about breastfeeding and formula.
which vitamin should be supplemented daily in breastfed infant?

vitamin D

33 A pregnant client whose weight was normal prior to pregnancy asks the nurse in a prenatal clinic
about weight gain during pregnancy. what is the recommended total weight gain during pregnancy for
this client?

25-35 pounds

34 The nurse in a prenatal clinic is teaching clients about nutritional changes based on slowing of the GI
tract. which change will the nurse most likely discuss related to slowing of the GI tract

decrease absorption of iron

35 The nurse is teaching a client to select foods with vitamin C. which foods has the least amount of
vitamin C?

Cabbage

36 A middle-aged client has begun a very low carbohydrate diet to lose weight. which possible
consequences should nurses be aware of that may occur with prolonged carbohydrate deficiency?

Ketosis

37 What is the best explanation of complete protein?

it contains all the essential amino acids

38 The nurse is teaching a client about nutrition. which vitamin would you expect a known alcoholic to
have as a part of the treatment plan?

folic acid- vitamin C

39 The nurse is discussing gastrointestinal disorders with a client who complains of diarrhea, flatulence
and abdominal cramping after ingesting dairy. which condition is the client most likely experiencing?

lactose intolerance

40 which organ is responsible for managing bile production and metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids,
proteins, and vitamins?

Liver

41 which statement best describes potassium in the diet?

it controls fluid levels inside the cells

42 A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who has a prescription of fat-soluble vitamin
supplements. the nurse should instruct the client to take a supplement for which of the following?

vitamin A- K,A,D,E
43 A nurse at a health fair is assesing the weight status of four clients. which of the following clients are
classified as overweight?

a male client who has a body mass index of 29

44 A nurse is educating a group of older adults in a community center on weight management using the
body mass index scale. using the client's height and weight to calculate BMI, which of the following
clients has a healthy BMI?

a client with a weight of 150 lb and height of 68 in.

45 A nurse is teaching a client who has cholecystitis about required dietary modifications. the nurse
should include which of the following foods as appropriate for the clients diet?

Turkey

46 Which sweetener will most likely add calories to the daily intake?

pure cane sugar

47 Which instruction will be helpful to a client who has gastro esophageal reflux?

develop a plan to lose weight

48 Which foods would most likely cause symptoms associated with celiac disease?

foods containing gluten

49 Which food is most likely to contain vitamin C?

citrus fruits- broccoli

50 Which of the following foods include the highest protein content?

Lean meats