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Based on physiological changes that occur during pregnancy, which nutrients should the nurse encourage a client to eat to support the pulmonary system and fetal development during pregnancy?
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Carbohydrates
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Vitamin C
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Proteins
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Vitamin B
2
Nutritional factors play a role in the development and function of the pulmonary system during infancy. Which nutrient is essential for the development of the pulmonary system?
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Iron
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Protein
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Vitamin C
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Omega-3 fatty acids
3
The nurse is caring for a pregnant client who has nutritional deficits. How should the nurse describe the potential fetal effects from maternal malnourishment?
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The fetus will experience lower blood glucose levels.
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The fetus will develop a slower-than-normal heart rate.
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The fetus may develop cognitive and behavioral delays.
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The fetus may experience hormone imbalances.
4
The nurse is working with a client who was recently diagnosed with asthma and is using a bronchodilator inhaler. Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to minimize or avoid?
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Steak
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Coffee
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Grapefruit
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Kale
5
The nurse is providing prenatal diet instruction for a pregnant client. Which nutrients should the nurse encourage the client to consume to promote explain proper fetal lung function and development?
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Proteins, vitamins A, D, and E, and omega-3 fatty acids
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Carbohydrates and vitamins A, D, and E
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Proteins and iron
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Fats, vitamins B
12
and B
6
, and calcium
6
The nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client with respiratory alterations. Which of the following statements regarding the effects of nutrition on the immune system and lung health should be included in the plan?
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Good nutrition is important, although it does not prevent acute respiratory tract infections.
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Nutrition only affects lung tissue repair, not the immune system.
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Improper nutritional intake alters the immune system but does not impact lung health.
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Nutrition plays a role in supporting the immune system to prevent and treat infection and repair lung tissue.
7
The nurse is instructing the parent of a child recently diagnosed with asthma. Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the parent to include with the child’s meals to decrease the risk for an asthma exacerbation?
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Salmon or other fatty fish
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A lean protein such as chicken
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At least one serving of fruits and vegetables
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A serving of red meat
8
The nurse is counseling a client experiencing worsening COPD symptoms on diet strategies to minimize the impacts of the disease. Which dietary component is associated with worsening airway inflammation and lung function limitations?
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Saturated fats
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Carbohydrates
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Vitamins
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Unsaturated fats
9
What is the goal of an anti-inflammatory diet for clients with RTI and pneumonia?
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To limit the immune system’s response
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To increase the immune system’s response
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To decrease lung function and reduce coughing
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To minimize the duration of and decrease the risk for infections
10
The nurse is instructing a client on long-term oxygen therapy at home on the role of nutrition in managing the client’s condition. Which of the following statements by the client indicates the client understands the instruction?
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“I know my GI tract is not getting as much oxygen as it used to, so I need to make sure I get enough vitamins and minerals in my body.”
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“I need to eat whatever I feel like I can – calories are the most important thing.”
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“I need to eat as much protein as possible.”
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“I need to try to avoid foods high in calcium as these can affect my condition.”