Quiz:> A nurse is a long-term care facility is developing strategies to promote increased

food intake for an older adult client. Which of the following interventions should the

nurse implement?

A. Offer sugar substitutes to increase the client's appetite.

B. Provide opportunities to eat three large meals per day.

C. Provide entertainment while the client is eating.

D. Offer finger foods at mealtime.{{{Answer}}} (D)

Quiz:> 1. A nurse is providing dietary teaching to a client who has a new diagnosis of

gastroesophageal reflux disease. Which of the following foods or beverages should the

nurse recommended to minimize heartburn?

A. Orange juice

B. Decaffeinated coffee

C. Peppermint

D. Potatoes{{{Answer}}} (D)

Quiz:> 2. A nurse is preparing to teach a group of clients about vitamins and minerals.

The nurse should include in the teaching that which of the following minerals is

necessary for the transmission of nerve impulses?

A. Phosphorus

B. Calcium

C. Chloride

D. Zinc{{{Answer}}} (B)

Quiz:> . A nurse is caring for a client who has a body mass index (BMI) of 30. Four

weeks after nutritional counseling, which of the following evaluation findings indicates

the plan of care was followed?

A. BMI of 25

B. Weight gain of 1.8kg (4lb)

C. BMI of 33

D. Weight loss of 2.7kg (6lb){{{Answer}}} (A)

Quiz:> 4. A nurse is caring for a client who follows the dietary laws of Orthodox

Judaism. Which of the following meal choices should the nurse request for the client?

A.Turkey and cheese sandwich

B. Spaghetti with tomato sauce

C. Pork chop and applesauce

D. Scrambled eggs and bacon{{{Answer}}} (B)