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Chapter 14 Nutrition and Fluid Balance Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is feeding a patient. Which of the following statements would help a person maintain dignity while being fed?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Offering choice respects the patient's autonomy and dignity.
Question 2 of 5
What is the average adult fluid intake and loss in each 24 hours?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Average adult fluid intake/loss ranges from 1,500 to 3,500 mL/day, depending on activity and needs.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse reads the laboratory report for a patient and notes that the patient has hyponatremia. What physical assessment would be made?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hyponatremia can cause neurological symptoms; palpating the sternum assesses for edema or related signs.
Question 4 of 5
A patient is taking a diuretic that increases her urinary output. What would be an appropriate nursing diagnosis on which to base a teaching plan?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Diuretics increase fluid loss, raising the risk of deficient fluid volume.
Question 5 of 5
A patient has an order to restrict fluids. What is one comfort measure nurses can implement for this patient to alleviate a common problem?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oral hygiene relieves dry mouth, a common issue with fluid restriction.