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Module 11 Flashcards

1
Q

The process involved in the ingestion, digestion, absorption, and use of foods and fluids by the body is called __________.

A

Nutrition

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2
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The process involved in the ingestion, digestion, absorption, and use of foods and fluids by the body is known as __________.

A

Nutrition

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3
Q

Nutrients are grouped into _____, _____, _____, _____, _____, _____.

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fats, carbs, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water.

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4
Q

What tool is helpful in choosing what food types and amounts to eat?

A

MyPlate

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5
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Which tool helps balance calories and can aide you identifying what foods to increase or decrease?

A

MyPlate

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6
Q

Do residents have the right to choose what foods they want to eat?

A

Yes.

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7
Q

If a resident wants to eat donuts and soda every day, are they allowed to, and what should be your response and action to this scenario?

A

Yes, due to informed consent, the resident has the right to eat what they want. However, it is the CNA’s responsibility to reinforce & encourage the assigned diet to the resident and report to the nurse if the resident continues to refuse to follow their assigned diet.

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8
Q

__________ is a unit of measurement for food.

A

Calories

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9
Q

__________ are broken down into blood glucose.

A

Carbs

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10
Q

Carbs consist of _____, _____, and _____.

A

sugars, starches, and fiber

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11
Q

Which of the following is incorrect?
Fiber helps:
A. lower cholesterol
B. regulate blood sugar
C. give you energy
D. aid in digestion
E. regulate bowel movements

A

C. Fiber DOES NOT help give you energy.

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12
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_____ are basic building blocks of cell that are composed of amino acids.

A

Proteins

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13
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__________ make up muscle and blood components & help keep other organs working properly.

A

Proteins

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14
Q

Good sources of protein include?

A

meat, poultry, seafood, eggs, nuts & seeds, legumes, etc.

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15
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__________ fats are found in cold-water fish, nuts, and plant matter.

A

Unsaturated

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16
Q

__________ fats are found in meat, dairy products, coconut oil & palm oil

A

Saturated

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17
Q

True or False:
Vitamins and Minerals are found in the earth.

A

False. Only minerals are found in the earth, Vitamins are found in animals and plant matter.

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18
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True or False: Vitamins are found in animals and plant matter.

A

True.

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19
Q

Name the vitamins that are water-soluble.

A

B vitamins and Vitamin C, Niacin, Folic Acid

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20
Q

Name the vitamins that are fat-soluble.

A

A, D, E, K

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21
Q

True or False: Hypervitaminosis can result from taking in too many water-soluble vitamins.

A

False. Hypervitaminosis occurs from taking in too many FAT-soluble vitamins.

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22
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True or False: Hypervitaminosis can result from taking in too many fat-soluble vitamins.

A

True.

23
Q

Water makes up about ___% of the human body.

A

60

24
Q

__________ helps regulate body temperature, transports nutrients & wastes.

A

Water

25
Q

Residents who have or have had conditions like heart failure, kidney failure, dialysis, or edema may be put on a diet which restricts __________.

A

fluid intake

26
Q

True or False: Ice cream is not a fluid because it is eaten as a solid.

A

False. Fluids are anything that is liquid at room temperature.

27
Q

While calculating fluid intake, you should remember that _____ oz = _____ mL = _____ cc

A

1 oz = 30 mL = 30 cc

28
Q

True or False: To stay healthy, the amount of fluid intake should be equal to or more than the fluid output.

A

False. The fluid intake and fluid output should be equal.

29
Q

A consequence of higher fluid intake in comparison to fluid output is _______, where body tissues swell up.

A

Edema.

30
Q

Higher fluid output in comparison to fluid intake causes __________.

A

Dehydration

31
Q

When talking diets, what does NPO mean or stand for?

A

Nothing By Mouth, meaning the resident cannot take any food or drinks by mouth.

32
Q

Adults should consume __ to __ servings of grains per day.

A

6 to 8 servings

33
Q

Adults should consume about __ cup(s) of fruits per day.

A

2

34
Q

Adults should consume __ to __ cups of vegetables per day.

A

2 to 3 cups

35
Q

Vegetable categories include: _____, _____, _____, ______ & ______, and ______.

A

dark green leafy, orange, starchy, dried beans & peas, other.

36
Q

True or False: Legumes like lentils and split peas are considered vegetables.

A

True.

37
Q

Adults should consume about __ serving(s) of dairy per day.

A

3 servings

38
Q

True or False: Dairy products ONLY include products that have still retained calcium content after processing.

A

True.

39
Q

Adults should consume about __ to __ ounces of protein per day.

A

5 to 6 ounces

40
Q

Which of the following diets is recommended for all adults and children, and includes eating vegetables, fruits, beans, nuts, low-fat dairy, lean protein, fiber, foods rich in potassium, magnesium, calcium, and foods & drinks with no added sugar?
*DASH
*Diabetic
*Low-Sodium
*Low-Cholesterol
*Gluten-free
*Lactose-free
*NPO

A

DASH diet

41
Q

Which of the following diets considers all carbohydrates consumed and restricts them based on an individualized plan developed by a registered dietician?
*DASH
*Diabetic
*Low-Sodium
*Low-Cholesterol
*Gluten-free
*Lactose-free
*NPO

A

Diabetic diet

42
Q

True or False: When caring for a resident with diabetes, the CNA must check the resident’s blood sugar before they begin to eat.

A

False. Blood sugar levels must be checked by the nurse, not the CNA.

43
Q

What is the difference between hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia?

A

hypoglycemia is low blood sugar
hyperglycemia is high blood sugar

44
Q

Residents who have conditions like kidney disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, or edema may be put on a diet which restricts __________.

A

sodium

45
Q

Residents who have conditions like heart disease, diabetes, high cholesterol, or history of heart attack or stroke may be put on a diet which restricts __________.

A

cholesterol

46
Q

A __________ diet is necessary for residents with celiac disease.

A

Gluten-free

47
Q

True or False: Gluten-free diets eliminate all grains except rice.

A

True.

48
Q

Mechanically altered diets include all the following except:
*Cut-up diet
*Ground
*Smushed
*Pureed
*Thickened

A

smushed

49
Q

True or False: Thickened liquids include watery, nectar, honey, and pudding consistencies.

A

False. Does NOT include watery.

50
Q

True or False: Post-surgical residents must move progressively and at their own pace through NPO, clear liquid, soft/bland till reaching normal diets.

A

True.

51
Q

Which characteristics belong to Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) and which belong to Enteral Feeding?
*resident must be seated or in Fowler’s Position
*contains necessary vitamins & minerals, usually given at same time as lipids
*used when GI tract needs rest; is temporary
*special formula given via tube that is surgically implanted into the stomach
*given continuously or in a bolus every several hours
*nutrient solution is given through a catheter inserted into the vein; nutrients don’t enter GI tract

A

TPN:
*contains necessary vitamins & minerals, usually given at same time as lipids
*used when GI tract needs rest; is temporary
*nutrient solution is given through a catheter inserted into the vein; nutrients don’t enter GI tract

Enteral Feeding:
*resident must be seated or in Fowler’s Position
*special formula given via tube that is surgically implanted into the stomach
*given continuously or in a bolus every several hours

52
Q

What is gavage?

A

The process of giving a tube feeding.

53
Q

To reduce risk of aspiration during tube feedings, maintain __________ Position after the feeding and avoid the __________ Position.

A

maintain Fowler’s Position and avoid the Side-Lying Position

54
Q

True or False: It is the CNA’s responsibility to only assist the nurse with tube feedings but the Nurse’s responsibility to insert the feeding tube.

A

False. In California, CNA’s are not allowed to assist with tube feedings.

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