17.8: Review Questions
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The nurse is assessing a client who has poor dentition. Which function of the gastrointestinal system will be affected most by this?
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Ingestion
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Digestion
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Absorption
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Metabolism
The nurse is assessing a client for gastrointestinal wellness. Which action should the nurse complete to assess the gastrointestinal system?
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Auscultate the lungs.
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Inspect the nares.
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Palpate the abdomen.
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Percuss the thorax.
The nurse is assessing a client for gastrointestinal wellness. Which finding could indicate a vitamin deficiency?
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Cyanotic lips
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Angular cheilitis
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Abdominal tenderness
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Diaphoretic skin
The nurse prioritizes the nutritional content of clients’ meal options when planning their care. Which protein option is best for clients of the Buddhist faith who are vegetarians?
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Broccoli
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Fish
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Tofu
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Whole wheat bread
The nurse is caring for a client with a protein and iron deficiency who is allergic to beef. Which is the best alternative for the nurse to suggest?
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Edamame
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Milk
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Cheese
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Okra
The nurse is providing dietary instruction to a client who needs to eat foods that support the gut’s normal microbial growth. Which of the following statements indicates that the client understands the education?
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“I will drink at least a liter of water every day.”
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“I will eat yogurt every morning with my breakfast.”
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“I will make sure I eat protein at every meal.”
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“I will drink an extra glass of milk every day.”
The nurse is working with a client with an iron deficiency. Which of the following foods would increase iron absorption?
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Whole milk
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Whole grain toast
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Scrambled eggs
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Fresh orange
The nurse is preparing a client’s nutritional plan for increasing their iron intake. Which vitamin should the nurse include?
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Vitamin A
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Vitamin C
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Vitamin E
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Vitamin D
The nurse is reviewing a client’s laboratory results and notices there has been little progress in raising the client’s vitamin K level. Which assessment finding can the nurse directly relate to this continued deficiency?
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Pharyngitis
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Ecchymosis
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Skin dryness
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Weight loss
The nurse is caring for a vegan client who is having difficulty eating enough protein. Which food item is appropriate for the nurse to recommend to this client?
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Quinoa
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Fish
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Eggs
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Carrots