Nursing Elites

1. A nurse is providing preventative information to a group of parents with toddlers about choking. Which food item should the nurse recommend for this age group?

• A. Banana slices
• B. Popcorn
• C. Hot dogs
• D. Carrot sticks

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Banana slices are the most suitable food option for toddlers to prevent choking. Toddlers are at a higher risk of choking due to their small airways and developing chewing abilities. Banana slices are soft, easy to chew, and less likely to cause choking compared to other options. Popcorn and hot dogs are common choking hazards for young children due to their shape and texture. While carrot sticks may be a healthy choice, they can also pose a choking risk due to their hardness and shape. Therefore, recommending banana slices to parents of toddlers is the safest choice to prevent choking incidents, making choice 'A' the correct answer. Choices 'B', 'C', and 'D' are incorrect because they can potentially cause choking in toddlers.

2. A nurse is providing teaching to a group of older adults about oil-rich foods. Which of the following foods should be included as the equivalent of 6 tsp of oil?

• A. 1 tbsp soft margarine
• B. 1?2 oz of nuts
• C. 2 tbsp peanut butter
• D. 1 oz sunflower seeds

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is 2 tbsp peanut butter. 6 teaspoons of oil are equivalent to 2 tablespoons of oil. Peanut butter is a good source of oil and healthy fats. Choice A, 1 tbsp soft margarine, is incorrect because 1 tablespoon is not equivalent to 6 teaspoons. Choice B, 1?2 oz of nuts, is incorrect as nuts are not equivalent to oil-rich foods in this context. Choice D, 1 oz sunflower seeds, is incorrect because 1 ounce of sunflower seeds is not equivalent to 6 teaspoons of oil.

3. Which of the following provides the least amount of potassium?

• A. broccoli
• B. potatoes
• C. bananas
• D. cheese

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Cheese provides less potassium compared to broccoli, potatoes, and bananas, which are all rich in this essential mineral.

4. What can be a potential consequence of consuming insufficient fat?

• A. constipation
• B. marasmus
• C. infertility
• D. diverticulitis

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C. Fat is crucial for the production of hormones, including reproductive hormones. Consuming too little fat can lead to hormonal imbalances, affecting fertility. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect. Constipation is more commonly associated with insufficient fiber intake, marasmus is severe malnutrition due to overall calorie deficiency, and diverticulitis is often related to low fiber intake and not specifically low fat consumption.

5. A client receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) suddenly develops tremors, dizziness, and diaphoresis. The client said, 'I feel weak and the bag was empty.' Which is the most likely complication the client is currently experiencing?

• A. Fluid volume overload
• B. Sepsis
• C. Hyperglycemia
• D. Hypoglycemia

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The client experiencing tremors, dizziness, diaphoresis, weakness, and stating that the TPN bag is empty is likely experiencing hypoglycemia. Hypoglycemia can occur when the TPN infusion suddenly stops, leading to a rapid drop in blood sugar levels. Symptoms of hypoglycemia include tremors, dizziness, diaphoresis, and weakness. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as the symptoms presented are more consistent with hypoglycemia rather than fluid volume overload, sepsis, or hyperglycemia.

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