Nursing 105

Essentials of Nursing Study Guide

Chapter One Practice Questions

©2018 Achieve Page 33 of 160 1. The nurse sees that the patient’s lab results contain low blood urea nitrogen (BUN). The nurse can expect to find what in the nutritional assessment? a. Severe dehydration b. Immobility for an extended period c. Urinary obstruction d. Insufficient protein intake 2. Men in which of the following age groups generally require the fewest calories? a. 11 to 14 years b. 19 to 20 years c. 23 to 50 years d. 51 years and over 3. Which of the following is the least significant factor in developing foodhabits? a. Symbolism of food in family rituals b. Primary culture c. Primary family’s income level d. Client’s educational level 4. Which one of the following vitamins must be regularly included in the diet because it cannot be stored by the body in any appreciable amount? a. Vitamin A b. Vitamin B c. Vitamin D d. Vitamin E 5. People who lack the enzyme lactose have intolerance to which of the following? a. Milk b. Fruit juice c. Legumes d. Carbohydrates 6. What data would be the least useful in assessing problems withnutrients? a. Condition of skin, mouth, gums and teeth b. Fluid intake c. Patient’s food preferences d. Heritage