Sources of Nutrition

Question: What makes up the largest portion of our total body weight?

A. fiber

B. protein

C. fats

D. water

Answer: Water

Question: Which vitamin helps with normal vision, tissue healing, and tissue strength?

A. Vitamin B

B. Vitamin K

C. Vitamin A

D. Vitamin D

Answer: Vitamin A

Question: Which nutrient adds bulk to feces and promotes peristalsis?

Answer: Fiber

Question: Which food has the highest amount of calcium?

A. 1 cup of low fat yogurt

B. 1 oz. of cheddar cheese

C. 1 egg

D. 1/2 cup of spinach

Answer: A. 1 cup of low fat yogurt

Question: Which of the following foods is a good source of magnesium?

A. hot dogs

B. almonds

C. cottage cheese

D. watermelon

Answer: B. almonds

Nutrition and Disease Processes

Question: A nurse is evaluating a client receiving chemotherapy treatments. Which statements indicate that nutrition therapy is working?

A. I have lost 5 lbs. since starting chemo

B. I have no appetite to eat

C. I have maintained my weight since starting chemo

D. I take nutritional supplements to maintain nutrients

Answer: C. I have maintained my weight since starting chemo

Question: Calcium is a vital nutrient in preventing osteoporosis. At what age in women does bone loss normally begin?

A. 45

B. 50

C. 60

D. 35

Answer: D. 35

Question: A nurse caring for a patient with chronic renal disease should include which of the following in the patients diet?