Nursing Elites

1. Which foods increase iron absorption when consumed with nonheme iron? (SATA)

• A. Kiwi
• B. Strawberries
• C. Coffee
• D. A, B

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Kiwi and strawberries are high in vitamin C, which increases iron absorption.

2. A breastfeeding mother complains that she missed her son's last two feedings and now her breasts have become full, hard, and uncomfortable. This condition is known as _____.

• A. mastitis
• B. engorgement
• C. letdown
• D. galactorrhea

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Engorgement occurs when the breasts become overly full, leading to discomfort and sometimes difficulty with latching. It can be relieved by feeding or expressing milk. Mastitis, choice A, is characterized by breast inflammation usually caused by an infection. Letdown, choice C, refers to the release of milk from the breast. Galactorrhea, choice D, is the spontaneous flow of milk from the breast unassociated with childbirth or nursing.

3. Disposal of medical records in government hospitals/institutions must be done in close coordination with what agency?

• A. Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)
• B. Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA)
• C. Records Management Archives Office (RMAO)
• D. Department of Health (DOH)

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Effective nursing care involves comprehensive assessments that address all aspects of a patient's condition, ensuring that interventions are appropriately targeted and outcomes are optimized.

4. Which of the following proteins is iron a component of, responsible for the transport of oxygen in the bloodstream?

• A. hemoglobin
• B. transferrin
• C. myoglobin
• D. hepcidin

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is the protein found in red blood cells that is responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. Iron is a crucial component of hemoglobin, binding to oxygen and allowing for its transport. Choice B, transferrin, is involved in iron transport in the blood but not in oxygen transport. Choice C, myoglobin, is a protein found in muscle cells that stores oxygen for muscle use, not transportation in the bloodstream. Choice D, hepcidin, is a peptide hormone that regulates iron absorption in the intestines and iron distribution in the body, but it is not directly involved in oxygen transport.

5. Macronutrients include each of the following except one. Which one is the exception?

• A. Fat
• B. Polyunsaturated fatty acids
• C. Carbohydrate
• D. Protein

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Macronutrients are nutrients required by the body in large amounts to provide energy and include carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. While protein is essential for the body, it is not classified as a macronutrient. Proteins are made up of amino acids and serve various functions in the body, such as building and repairing tissues, but they are not a direct energy source like carbohydrates and fats. Therefore, protein is the exception among the listed options, making it the correct answer. Choice A, Fat, Choice B, Polyunsaturated fatty acids, and Choice C, Carbohydrate, are all examples of macronutrients that provide energy and support various bodily functions.

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