PSW Ch. 27 Flashcards

1
Q

true/false
when a client has diabetes, sugar builds up in the bloodstream

A

true

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2
Q

true/false
too much sodium in the diet causes the body to retain more water

A

true

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3
Q

true/false
to maintain normal fluid balance a client needs 2000-2500mL of fluids each day

A

true

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4
Q

true/false
an older client should increase calorie intake, as more calories are needed as we age

A

false

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5
Q

true/false
an older client should increase protein intake for tissue growth and repair

A

true

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6
Q

true/false
an older client should decrease intake of fried, fatty foods as these are hard to digest

A

true

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7
Q

what are common causes of dehydration

A

vomiting, diarrhea, bleeding, excess sweating

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8
Q

why are carbohydrates important in the diet?

A

they provide energy and bulk for bowel elimination

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9
Q

what can you give a client who has an order for NPO?

A

nothing, nothing by mouth

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10
Q

nutrients
protein

A

needed for tissue growth and repair

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11
Q

nutrients
carbohydrates

A

provides energy and fibre for elimination

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12
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nutrients
fats

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provides energy and adds flavour

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13
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nutrients
vitamins

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does not provide calories but is needed for certain body functions

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14
Q

nutrients
minerals

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needed for tooth and bone formation

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15
Q

Vitamins major function
vitamin A

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growth, vision, healthy hair and skin

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16
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Vitamins major function
thiamine

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muscle tone, nerve function, digestion

17
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Vitamins major function
riboflavin

A

healthy eyes, healthy skin and mucous membranes, protein and carbohydrate metabolism

18
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Vitamins major function
niacin

A

protein, fat, and carbohydrate metabolism

19
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Vitamins major function
vitamin B12

A

formation of red blood cells, nervous system functioning

20
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Vitamins major function
folic acid

A

formation of red blood cells, functioning of intestine

21
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Vitamins major function
ascorbic acid

A

formation of substances that hold tissue together

22
Q

Vitamins major function
vitamin D

A

absorption and metabolism of calcium and phosphorus, healthy bones

23
Q

Vitamins major function
Vitamin E

A

normal reproduction

24
Q

Vitamins major function
vitamin K

A

blood clotting

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mineral major function calcium
formation of bone and teeth; blood clotting, muscle contraction
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mineral major function phosphorous
formation of bone and teeth; use of protein, fats and carbohydrates
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mineral major function iron
enabling red blood cells to carry oxygen
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mineral major function iodine
thyroid gland function, growth, metabolism
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mineral major function sodium
fluid balance, nerve function , muscle function
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mineral major function potassium
nerve function, muscle contraction, heart function
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special diet high-protein
burns, high fever infection
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special diet fat-controlled/low-cholesterol
heart disease, gallbladder disease
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special diet clear-liquid
first diet most clients can tolerate after surgery
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special diet high-calorie
weight gain and certain thyroid imbalances
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special diet high-fibre
constipation and colon disorders