Deck 13: Nutrition During Adulthood

Question 1

Clients who treat arthritis symptoms with regular aspirin use may need additional _____.

A)calcium
B)vitamin C
C)fiber
D)iron

Answer 1

D

Question 2

What are the recommended protein needs for adults over the age of 25?

A)0.65 g per kilogram of body weight
B)0.06 g per kilogram of body weight
C)0.8 g per kilogram of body weight
D)0.08 g per kilogram of body weight

Answer 2

C

Question 3

What is the current calcium requirement for adults aged 19 to 50?

A)1,000 mg/day
B)1,500 mg/day
C)2,000 mg/day
D)unlimited

Answer 3

A

Question 4

Researchers have found a ______-style diet may be linked to improvement of rheumatoid arthritis symptoms.

A)Mediterranean
B)Caribbean
C)Asian
D)European

Question 5

Which mineral is needed in higher quantities by women throughout the childbearing years?

A)calcium
B)copper
C)iron
D)magnesium

Question 6

Young adulthood ranges from about __________ years of age.

A)20 to 35
B)18 to 40
C)18 to 25
D)25 to 45

Question 7

One pound of weight gain equals how many calories?

A)2,500
B)2,000
C)3,000
D)3,500

Question 8

Because they (it) can thin the blood, _____ should not be taken at the same time as blood clot-reducing medications.

A)antioxidant vitamins
B)calcium
C)iron
D)vitamin D

Question 9

The onset of rheumatoid arthritis usually occurs between the ages of _____ _____.

A)30 and 50
B)60 and 70
C)20 and 30
D)50 and 60

Question 10

After age 65, it may be advisable to modify one's daily protein intake to _____ g per kilogram of body weight.

A)0.8
B)0.9
C)1.0
D)1.1

Question 11

What is the most common cause of being overweight?

A)genetics
B)environment
C)energy imbalance
D)disease

Question 12

All of the following are related to determining caloric requirements EXCEPT __________.

A)amount of lean muscle mass
B)activity levels
C)BMI
D)food preferences

Question 13

Excessive amounts of phosphorus can cause osteoporosis by _____.

A)increasing body fat
B)speeding bone loss
C)decreasing lean muscle mass
D)increasing fatigue

Question 14

At what age does the caloric requirement in adults usually begin to decrease?

A)after the age of 20
B)after menses
C)after the age of 25
D)after retirement

Question 15

Because of decreased metabolism, the calorie requirement decreases by what percent every decade after age 20?

A)2%
B)15%
C)10%
D)stays the same

Question 16

Growth is usually complete by the age of _____.

A)18
B)25
C)22
D)40

Question 17

At what age does bone loss usually begin?

A)between ages of 25 and 35
B)between ages of 35 and 40
C)after the age of 50
D)after the onset of menses

Question 18

As the body ages, what tends to occur?

A)bone density and metabolism increase
B)lean muscle mass increases
C)fat decreases
D)bone density and metabolism decrease

Question 19

Most Americans ingest _____ the amount of salt needed each day.

A)half
B)one-fourth
C)10 times
D)2-6 times

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a reason for poor nutrition in an elderly person?

A)poor dentation
B)depression
C)fad diets
D)poor appetite

Question 21

List causes of anorexia in older adults.

Question 22

Describe the conditions that may lead to difficulties in food selection and preparation in older persons.

Question 23

A woman's need for adequate sources of iron or iron supplements continues throughout the life span. _________________________

Question 24

More than 80% of people over the age of 65 have one or more chronic diseases. Current research emphasizes the role of nutrition in preventing or relieving these conditions. Discuss the role of nutrition in the treatment of the elderly with chronic disease.

Question 25

Middle-aged people may tire more easily than they did when they were younger. Therefore, they may get less sleep than when they were younger. ___________________

Question 26

Being overweight is a precursor for several health problems. List those.

Question 27

Bone loss begins slowly, around age 50-60, and leads to osteoporosis. _________________________

Question 28

Describe some common food-drug interactions.

Question 29

Estrogen loss that occurs after menopause contributes to osteoporosis. _________________________

Question 30

What are the common causes or factors that contribute to being overweight?

Question 31

The most common cause of overweight is lack of exercise. _________________________

Question 32

The middle period of life ranges from 40 to 65 years old. State the caloric need and the rationale for this age range.

Question 33

An individual who overeats by 200 calories per day will gain one pound per month. _________________________

Question 34

The Daily Recommended Intake of basic nutrients decreases with age. _________________________

Question 35

Many Americans ingest too many fats, sugar, salt, and high-caloric foods and too little fiber and other nutrients. What is the primary reason for that?

Question 36

Two glasses of milk a day nearly fulfill the calcium and vitamin D requirements for adults from age 19 to 50. __________________________

Question 37

Osteoporosis is becoming a common occurrence in the young to middle adulthood age groups. A healthy diet is very important in the care of this condition. A diet rich in what nutrients is thought to help prevent osteoporosis?

Question 38

Kilocalorie requirements decrease after age 25; however, nutrient requirements do not. _________________________

Question 39

After menopause, the iron requirement for women is the same as for men. __________________

Question 40

In general, people who are concerned about nutrition should make changes in food sources of several substances. List those.

Question 41

Write a nursing diagnosis statement for Louise.

Question 42

Louise's lack of appetite may lead to a medical condition associated with a lack of protein, as well as deficiencies in other nutrients. Discuss this.

Question 43

Mary tells you she does not like milk, so she will plan on purchasing some calcium supplements from the grocery store. How do you respond?

Question 44

Mary asks if there is anything she can do to prevent further bone mass loss.

Question 45

Ms. Leonas asks you why the physician cannot order her a drug to reduce her elevated cholesterol, rather than her going on a strict diet. How would you respond?

Question 46

What are the three basic components of an assessment?

Question 47

Mary asks you why her calcium level is low. Your response should include facts and incidence about osteoporosis. Include reasons for bone loss in women.

Question 48

List conditions that an inadequate fluid intake may cause.

Question 49

How much calcium does Mary need to take in per day?

Question 50

One aspect of assessment will involve evaluation of Ms. Leonas's current diet. Ms. Leonas believes her current diet is adequate. What can you tell her about her cholesterol level and her current diet? For what conditions is she at risk in relation to her cholesterol?

Question 51

Mary asks you about food sources for calcium.

Question 52

List nursing interventions to correct or replace fluid losses.

Question 53

List adverse symptoms of dehydration for the elderly.

Question 54

List assessment data to determine defining characteristics for validating the nursing problem.

Question 55

List expected outcomes or short- and long-term goals.

Question 56

List interventions to assist in meeting the goals or the expected outcomes.

Question 57

Why is osteoporosis more common in women than in men? Include comparison between men and women and the consumption of calcium.

Question 58

What are 24-hour hydration requirements?

Question 59

Why are elderly at high risk for dehydration?