Nutrition (Chap 37)

Question 1

When nutrition is provided intravenously, bypassing the gastrointestinal tract for patients who are unable to take fluid orally, it is referred to as:

Answer 1

parenteral nutrition

Question 2

Patients with diabetes would likely be placed on which of the following diets?

Answer 2

Consistent-carbohydrate diet

Question 3

Which of the following represents an individual who is considered a healthy weight?

Answer 3

19

Question 4

Of the six classes of nutrients, which of the following is important for the regulation of body processes?

Answer 4

Water

Question 5

A nasogastric or nasointestinal route is usually selected when nutritional support is needed for 4 to 8 weeks.

Answer 5

FALSE

Question 6

Nutritional concerns of this age group include loss of lean body mass, periodontal disease, loss of taste, dehydration, and constipation:

Answer 6

Older adults

Question 7

Obesity is defined as body weight 20% or more above ideal weight or having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more.

Answer 7

TRUE

Question 8

Carbohydrates are more easily and quickly digested than protein and fat.

Answer 8

TRUE

Question 9

Anorexia refers to a disorder characterized by intentional self-starvation and/or self-induced vomiting.

Answer 9

FALSE

Question 10

Consumption of fats and cholesterol is necessary for support of brain health and the production of vitamin D.

Answer 10

TRUE