Quiz#4

Question 1

An alternate way of obtaining nutrition (temporary or permanent)

Answer 1

Nasogastric Tube

Question 2

Which situation results in diarrhea that occurs with fecal impaction?

Answer 2

Seepage of stool around the impaction

Question 3

Why preventing constipation or diarrhea in an immobile client is important?

Answer 3

Straining to defecate can cause cardiac arrest ; A severe imbalance in electrolytes may occur; Increase the risk of dehydration

Question 4

Who would a fat- modified diet be ordered for?

Answer 4

A client with hypercholesterolemia

Question 5

The signs a client might exhibit that may put them at risk of aspiration.

Answer 5

Coughing on food

Question 6

The greatest problem in caring for a client with a Nasogastric tube.

Answer 6

Maintaining comfort

Question 7

Non-pharmacological pain management (6)

Answer 7

1) Relaxation techniques
2) Muscle relaxation
3) Biofeedback
4) Breathing exercises
5) Music
6) Yoga

Question 8

Where are most nutritients absorbed in the body?

Answer 8

Small intestine

Question 9

Effluent

Answer 9

Stool discharged from an ostomy

Question 10

How can a nurse assess a client’s level of consciousness & cognitive state. (6)

Answer 10

1) Orientation to person, place or time
2) Verbal communication
3) Ability to read
4) Ability to write
5) Memory recall
6) Awakeness/Alertness

Question 11

Sphincter

Answer 11

A circular band of muscle fiber constricting a natural orifice

Question 12

Hypervitaminosis

Answer 12

Mega doses of supplemental fat-soluble or water-soluble vitamins

Question 13

What action should be taken if a client c/o pain, or you notice bleeding while administering an enema?

Answer 13

Stop the instillation, notify the physician, and obtain vital signs

Question 14

Nutrient that provides the body with energy.

Answer 14

Carbohydrates

Question 15

Smooth textured products, is what type of diet?

Answer 15

Full-liquid diet (people with dysphagia)

Question 16

Major determinant of healthy eating.

Answer 16

Income

Question 17

Ways a nurse can access a client’s pain level. (7)

Answer 17

1) Ask them (terms such as do you hurt)
2) Have them indicate pain level using a numeric pain rating scale 1-10
3) Observe client’s behaviour
4) Facial expressions
5) Guarding movements
6) Emotional signs (crying etc.
7) Ask family members

Question 18

Client’s experiencing age-related gastrointestinal changes such as reduced saliva production; are at risk of?

Answer 18

Malnutrition

Question 19

How to prevent ‘gastric reflux’ in a client with dysphasia?

Answer 19

Positioning client upright in a chair when feeding them

Question 20

What nutrient is needed for tissue repair?

Answer 20

Protein

Question 21

What is measured when measuring output?

Answer 21

Urine, emesis, drains

Question 22

Why ‘whole milk’ is better than ‘skim milk’ for a toddler (15 months)?

Answer 22

Contains fatty acids needed for the toddler’s brain development

Question 23

Homebound adults are more at risk for _________?

Answer 23

Poor nutrition

Question 24

A client has bowel movement every 3-4 days, occasionally stool is hard in consistency. What’s the best diet?

Answer 24

High-fiber diet

Question 25

‘Nutrient claim of light’

Answer 25

The levels of saturated and trans fatty acids are restricted

Question 26

The signs and symptoms of ‘lactose intolerance’

Answer 26

Diarrhea and cramping

Question 27

‘Enterostomal therapist’

Answer 27

A nurse trained to care for a client with an ostomy

Question 28

Signs and symptoms of ‘dysphagia’

Answer 28

Client has a wet, gurgling voice

Client shows signs of pharyngeal pooling

Question 29

Who is the ‘Valsalva maneuver’ is dangerous for?

Answer 29

Those with hypertension or brain injuries

Question 30

The appropriate intervention for a client experiencing dysphasia.

Answer 30

Place the food on the strong side of the client’s mouth