NCLEX-PN
Nutrition NCLEX Questions with Rationale Questions
Question 1 of 3
An adult says to the nurse, 'The doctor told me that I should have plenty of the healing vitamin to help my operation heal.' What foods would best meet this prescription?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The 'healing vitamin' refers to vitamin C, abundant in strawberries, which supports wound healing and tissue repair.
Question 2 of 3
A woman who is in the seventh month of pregnancy has symptoms of preeclampsia. When discussing diet, the nurse instructs the client to eat a high-protein diet and to avoid foods that have a high sodium content. Which of these foods, if selected by the client, would be correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale:
Tomato stuffed with diced chicken is high in protein and low in sodium, suitable for preeclampsia. Creamed beef, cheese, and frankfurters are high in sodium.
Question 3 of 3
A 10-year-old child has a lactose intolerance. The child's mother asks the nurse for assistance in meeting calcium needs. What is the best nursing response?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Lactose intolerance prevents dairy consumption like ice cream and milk. Broccoli and dark green vegetables are rich in calcium and suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
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