Nursing Elites

1. A nurse is teaching a parent about recommended protein intake for a toddler. The nurse should identify that which of the following food selections is equivalent to 1 oz of protein?

• A. 2 tbsp peanut butter
• B. ½ cup peas
• C. 1 slice of bread
• D. 1 scrambled egg

Correct answer: D

Rationale: One scrambled egg is equivalent to 1 oz of protein, making it a suitable choice for a toddler's diet.

2. A nurse is completing a nutritional assessment of an adult female client. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client is at an increased risk of developing cancer?

• A. Eats at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables daily.
• B. Eats 6 servings of whole grains daily.
• C. Limits alcohol consumption to 2 drinks per day.
• D. Limits red meat intake to 3oz per day.

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Limiting alcohol consumption to 2 drinks per day is still above the recommended limit for reducing cancer risk; the recommendation is 1 drink per day for women.

3. A nurse is performing a nutritional evaluation for a client who reports paresthesia of the hands and feet. The nurse should identify this manifestation as an indication of which of the following dietary deficiencies?

• A. Iron
• B. Riboflavin
• C. Vitamin C
• D. Vitamin B12

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to neurological symptoms, including paresthesia (tingling or numbness) of the hands and feet, due to its role in nerve health.

4. A nurse is caring for a client who is taking antibiotics and develops diarrhea. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend to include in the client’s diet?

• A. Whole wheat bread
• B. Fresh orange sections
• C. Ice cream
• D. Yogurt

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Yogurt contains probiotics that can help restore normal gut flora and reduce antibiotic-associated diarrhea.

5. A nurse is caring for a client who has stomatitis following radiation treatment. Which of the following is an appropriate intervention for the nurse to take?

• A. Serve foods without sauces or gravies
• B. Offer mouth rinses with normal saline & water
• C. Serve foods while still at a hot temperature
• D. Instruct the client to drink liquids without a straw

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Offering mouth rinses with normal saline and water can help soothe and clean the mouth of clients with stomatitis.

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