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What is the purpose of determining a patient's body mass index (BMI) and body composition measurements?Indicate the patient's risk for overweight and obesity Which component in milk is an allergen for those with food allergies?Protein
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Which food causes bloating gas, abdominal pain, and diarrhea in individuals with lactose intolerance?-Glass of milk -Cheese and crackers -Half a turkey sandwich -Slice of toast with butter -Salad with low-fat dressing -Glass of milk -Cheese and crackers -Slice of toast with butter Which nutrient breaks down to yield energy within the body?-Fats -Water -Proteins -Vitamins -Minerals -Carbohydrates -Fats -Proteins -Carbohydrates 1 / 4
pg. 2 The consistent daily intake of which nutrient is important when taking an anticoagulant?Vitamin K
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Which condition may a patient with spoon-shaped nails on the hands be experiencing?Iron deficiency anemia
Calculate the total energy expenditure (TEE) using Mifflin-St. Jeor formula for a
patient who is mildly obese based on the information below:
Female
Height: 5 feet 4 inches
Weight: 178 pounds
Age: 52
1685 kcal/day;
-Patient height in inches: (5 feet x 12 in/ft) + 4 in = 64in
-Patient's height in cm: 64 in x 2.54 cm/in = 162.56
-Patient's weight in kg: 178lbs / 2.2lbs/kg = 80.91
-Multiply the patients height, weight, and age to the respective numbers in the formula before adding height and weight together and subtract the age total and
- Then complete the formula by multiplying the total by the PA.
TEE = [(10 x 80.91) + (6.25 x 162.56) - (5 x 52) - 161] x 1.2 = TEE = (809.1 + 1016 - 260 - 161) x 1.2 TEE = 1404.1 x 1.2 = 1684.92 rounded to the nearest whole number = 1685 kcal/day In a well-nourished person, which anatomical structure holds a 12- to 48-hour reserve of glycogen, a source of stored energy?-Adipose tissue -Muscle -Liver 2 / 4
pg. 3 -Pancreas -Gallbladder -Muscle -Liver The clinician is measuring the basal energy expenditure (BEE) of a patient using a food consumption and physical activity record that the patient has kept. Which factor can increase the BEE?Increased lean body mass
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A patient complains of being tired all the time. After reviewing the patient's diet, the nurse hypothesizes that a lack of which nutritional element may be causing the fatigue?-Fried foods -Saturated fats -Vitamins -Minerals -Dietary fiber -Low-fat dairy -Vitamins -Minerals -Dietary fiber -Low-fat dairy Which food sources supply carbohydrates in the form of naturally occurring sugars?Fruits and dairy products
Which of the following statements regarding the nutrient needs caused by drug side effects is incorrect?They are taking triamterene, so I will need to ensure that they have extra potassium in their diets.
pg. 4 When taking naproxen, patients should increase intake of food high in which nutrient?-Iron -Zinc -Vitamin C -Folate -Vitamin K -Vitamin C -Folate -Vitamin K which of the following should be closely monitored for patients on anti-clotting drugs such as warfarin or clopidogrel?Vitamin K
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Which of the following herbs can have a negative interaction with propranolol?Garlic
Which inflammatory bowel disease can affect any portion of the GI tract?Crohn's disease
Which statement about dietary considerations for patient with cystic fibrosis (CF) is accurate?Patient with CF requires increased calories and fat intake
Which statement best describes the role of nutrients?Nutrients have specific metabolic functions
The nurse is providing nutrition education to a patient with high blood pressure.Which nutrient will the nurse recommend to offset sodium intake?