Nursing Elites

1. A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving chemotherapy treatments. The client states, 'I feel so nauseated after my treatments.' Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide the client?

• A. Common foods that are served cold.
• B. Sip fluids slowly throughout the day.
• C. Sit up for 1 hr after eating meals.
• D. All of the Above

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Common foods served cold, sitting up after meals, and sipping fluids slowly can help manage nausea associated with chemotherapy.

2. A nurse is caring for a client who is lactose intolerant. Which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse assess be?

• A. Fever
• B. Blood stools
• C. Cramping
• D. Steatorrhea

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Cramping is a common clinical manifestation of lactose intolerance due to the inability to digest lactose properly.

3. A nurse in a long-term care facility is developing strategies to promote increased food intake for an older adult client. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement?

• A. Offer sugar substitutes to increase the client’s appetite.
• B. Provide opportunities to eat three large meals per day.
• C. Provide entertainment while the client is eating.
• D. Offer finger foods at mealtime.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Finger foods are easier for older adults to manage and can help increase overall food intake by making eating less cumbersome and more enjoyable.

4. A nurse is admitting a client who practices Hinduism. The nurse should identify that which of the following foods is prohibited according to Hindu dietary practices?

• A. Pork
• B. Chicken
• C. Beef
• D. Seafood

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Beef is prohibited in Hindu dietary practices due to religious beliefs.

5. A nurse is planning care for a toddler who has burns over 50% total body surface area. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?

• A. Administer enteral feedings
• B. Limit intake of vitamin C
• C. Limit dietary protein
• D. Administer insulin prior to meals

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Administering enteral feedings ensures adequate nutrition and supports healing in toddlers with extensive burns.

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