Nursing Elites

1. A nurse is on a med-surg unit caring for a client who follows the dietary laws of Orthodox Judaism. Which of the following menu selections should the nurse recommend for this client?

• A. Fried catfish
• B. Broiled shrimp
• C. Pork sausage
• D. Grilled vegetables

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Grilled vegetables comply with the dietary laws of Orthodox Judaism, which restrict the consumption of certain animals.

2. A nurse is caring for a client who follows the dietary laws of Orthodox Judaism. Which of the following meal choices should the nurse request for the client?

• A. Turkey and cheese sandwich
• B. Spaghetti with tomato sauce
• C. Pork chop and applesauce
• D. Scrambled eggs and bacon

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Spaghetti with tomato sauce adheres to the kosher dietary laws followed by Orthodox Jews, which prohibit mixing meat and dairy and consuming pork.

3. A nurse is planning care for a client who reports increasing difficulty swallowing food. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to take?

• A. Turn on the client’s television during meals.
• B. Place the client into a semi-reclining position for meals.
• C. Encourage the client to rest prior to mealtimes.
• D. Encourage the client to use a straw when drinking liquids.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Encouraging the client to rest prior to mealtimes can help reduce fatigue and improve the ability to swallow.

4. A nurse is teaching about nutrition to a client who has a new diagnosis of chronic kidney disease. Which of the following recommendations should the nurse include in the teaching?

• A. Increase phosphorus intake
• B. Limit calcium intake
• C. Limit protein intake
• D. Increase potassium intake

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Clients with chronic kidney disease should limit protein intake to reduce the burden on the kidneys.

5. A nurse is planning care for a client who practices Islam and is currently observing dietary restrictions for the month of Ramadan. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?

• A. Remove beef products from the dietary plan
• B. Facilitate fasting during daylight hours
• C. Serve meat and dairy items separately
• D. Provide a strictly vegetarian diet on Fridays

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Facilitating fasting during daylight hours respects the dietary practices of clients observing Ramadan.

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