Question 1

A nutrition intervention that involves food or nutrient delivery to the patient would most likely involve:

Accepted Answer

Providing food or nutrient delivery to the patient falls under the category of determining the need for feeding assistance.

Question 2

A ground/minced diet is useful for patients with chewing problems.

Accepted Answer

A ground/minced diet is useful for patients with chewing problems as it allows them to still obtain the necessary nutrients and maintain their health while avoiding the difficulty of chewing solid foods. However, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional or nutritionist to ensure that the ground/minced foods provide adequate nutrition for the patient's specific dietary needs.

Question 3

The adverse effects of herbs are required to be listed on supplement labels.

Accepted Answer

The FDA does not require supplement labels to list adverse effects, but they must contain information about the ingredients and their dietary supplement status.

Question 4

When nutrition and lifestyle changes are necessary, typically only one consultation is required to formulate a care plan that takes into account a person's current food practices and degree of motivation.

Accepted Answer

Nutrition and lifestyle changes are complex and require ongoing support and follow-up to ensure success. Therefore, typically multiple consultations are needed to formulate and adjust a care plan that fits a person's needs and goals.

Question 5

The effects of grapefruit juice last for short periods, so the interaction between it and medication can be avoided when a patient waits several hours after taking medication to drink grapefruit juice.

Accepted Answer

The statement is false. Grapefruit juice can interfere with medication for up to 72 hours, so it is important to avoid consuming it while taking medication or wait several days after discontinuing the medication before consuming grapefruit juice.

Question 6

Impaired swallowing indicates the need for a:

Accepted Answer

Impaired swallowing often requires a mechanically altered diet, which involves modifying the texture and consistency of food and liquids to make them easier to swallow. This may include pureed or mashed foods, as well as thickened liquids. Low-sodium, fat-restricted, low-fiber, and clear liquid diets may be recommended for other health conditions, but are not specifically indicated for impaired swallowing.

Question 7

Most foods that are included in a fat-restricted diet provide less than 5 grams of fat per serving.

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

There are no known interactions between herbal supplements and medications.

Accepted Answer

There are known interactions between herbal supplements and medications. Herbal supplements can interact with prescription drugs and affect their effectiveness or cause side effects. It is important to always discuss any herbal supplements you are taking with your healthcare provider to ensure safe and effective use.

Question 9

Using the Harris-Benedict equation for women (below), estimate the resting metabolic rate of Mrs. Clements, who is 72 years old, is 157 cm tall, and weighs 53 kg. RMR = 655.1 + [9.563 x  weight (kg)] + [1.85  x  height (cm)] - [4.676  x  age (years)]

Accepted Answer

Using the Harris-Benedict equation for women: RMR = 655.1 + (9.563 x weight in kg) + (1.85 x height in cm) - (4.676 x age in years). Plugging in Mrs. Clements' details: RMR = 655.1 + (9.563 x 53) + (1.85 x 157) - (4.676 x 72) = 655.1 + 506.839 + 290.45 - 336.672 = 1115.717 kcal, which rounds to approximately 1116 kcal.

Question 10

For optimal results, the health care professional should monitor the patient's progress and periodically evaluate the effectiveness of the nutrition care plan.

Accepted Answer

It is important for the health care professional to monitor the patient's progress and evaluate the effectiveness of the nutrition care plan in order to make any necessary adjustments and ensure the best possible outcomes for the patient's health.

Question 11

Medications can cause nutrient malabsorption when they damage the intestinal mucosa or upset gastrointestinal function.

Accepted Answer

Certain medications can disrupt the normal function of the intestines, causing nutrient malabsorption. For example, antibiotics can disrupt the natural balance of gut bacteria, leading to a reduction in nutrient absorption. Other medications, such as those used to treat acid reflux or inflammation, can damage the intestinal mucosa, further impairing nutrient absorption.

Question 12

For patients on medication, nutrition intervention includes advice on managing nutrient-related medication problems.

Accepted Answer

Nutrition intervention for patients on medication can include advice on managing nutrient-related medication problems such as changes in appetite, absorption, metabolism, or excretion of nutrients due to the medication.

Question 13

One of the characteristics of modified diets is:

Accepted Answer

Modified diets are altered in either consistency or nutrient content or both to meet the specific nutritional needs of individuals with medical conditions.

Question 14

Drug complications that reduce food intake are significant only when they continue for a long period.

Accepted Answer

Drug complications that reduce food intake can lead to significant weight loss only if the reduction in food intake is sustained over a long period of time. Short-term reductions in food intake due to drug complications may not have significant effects on weight loss.

Question 15

A high kcalorie, high protein diet often includes foods that are high in fat to increase energy intake.

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

Nutrition education or counseling is typically provided by the:

Accepted Answer

Registered dietitians are the professionals with the necessary training and education to provide nutrition education and counseling. They are specifically educated in the field of nutrition and have completed a supervised practice program in a healthcare setting. Nurses and physicians may have some knowledge of nutrition, but they do not have the same level of expertise as registered dietitians. Nursing assistants and dietetic technicians may have some nutrition education, but they are not typically responsible for providing nutrition counseling.

Question 17

Standard hospital diets provide all the nutrients in amounts appropriate for healthy people but exclude many foods.

Accepted Answer

Standard hospital diets are designed to meet the nutritional needs of patients, not necessarily healthy people, and they are tailored to specific health conditions rather than excluding many foods broadly.

Question 18

Once nutrition problems have been diagnosed, the nurse identifies expected outcomes to correct the problems.

Accepted Answer

Once a nutrition problem has been identified, the nurse develops expected outcomes or goals to correct it. These outcomes should be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound, and should be aimed at improving the patient's overall health and well-being.

Question 19

Most hospitals choose not to offer selective menus as a way to simplify operations and cut costs.

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

To improve food intakes among hospitalized patients, health professionals should ensure that the patient's room is stimulating for the patient, with access to television and sounds from the hallway or surrounding areas.

Accepted Answer

While a stimulating environment may be beneficial for overall well-being and morale, there is little evidence to suggest that it directly improves food intake. Instead, health professionals should focus on addressing underlying medical issues, providing appropriate dietary choices, and offering assistance with eating as needed.

Quiz 14: Nutrition Intervention and Diet-Drug Interactions