33. In providing diabetic teaching for a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus,

which instructions will the nurse provide to the patient?

a. Insulin is the only consideration that must be taken into account.

b. Saturated fat should be limited to less than 7% of total calories.

c. Nonnutritive sweeteners can be used without restriction.

d. Cholesterol intake should be greater than 200 mg/day.

ANS: B

The diabetic patient should limit saturated fat to less than 7% of total calories

and cholesterol intake to less than 200 mg/day. Type 1 diabetes requires both

insulin and dietary restrictions for optimal control.

Nonnutritive sweeteners can be eaten as long as the recommended daily intake

levels are followed.

34. The patient with cardiovascular disease is receiving dietary instructions

from the nurse. Which information from the patient indicates teaching is

successful?

a. Maintain a prescribed carbohydrate intake.

b. Eat fish at least 5 times per week.

c. Limit trans fat to less than 1%.

d. Avoid high-fiber foods.

ANS: C

American Heart Association guidelines recommend limiting saturated fat to less

than 7%, trans fat to less than 1%, and cholesterol to less than 300 mg/day. Diet

therapy includes eating fish at least 2 times per week and eating whole grain highfiber foods. Maintaining a prescribed carbohydrate intake is necessary for diabetes

mellitus.

35. The nurse is providing home care for a patient diagnosed with acquired

immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Which dietary intervention will the

nurse add to the care plan?

Provide small, frequent nutrient-dense mealsfor maximizing

a. kilocalories.

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