A 5 y/o child develop gradual loss of vision over the past 2 years resulting to blindness. On the physical examination there is a bilateral keratomalacia and corneal scarring this child blindness is most likely prevented by adequate dietary intake of which of the following vitamins?

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Question 1 of 5

A 5 y/o child develop gradual loss of vision over the past 2 years resulting to blindness. On the physical examination there is a bilateral keratomalacia and corneal scarring this child blindness is most likely prevented by adequate dietary intake of which of the following vitamins?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Keratomalacia and corneal scarring result from vitamin A deficiency, which causes blindness; adequate intake prevents this, making A correct.

Question 2 of 5

During the ward class nurse danexsa states that dietary status is about

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Dietary status typically refers to a record of recent intake, like a 24-hour recall, making C correct.

Question 3 of 5

An example of energy nutrients?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Fats are energy-yielding nutrients (9 kcal/g), unlike water, vitamins, or minerals, making B correct.

Question 4 of 5

Mr John claims he is trying to lose weight and his urinalysis shows that there is ketone in his urine(ketonuria) you should ask him?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Ketonuria suggests fat breakdown (e.g., low-carb diet); asking all these assesses his diet, making D correct.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following nutrients remains in the stomach for the longest period of time?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Fats take longest to digest (3-6 hours) due to their complexity, making A correct.

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