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Chapter 14 Nutrition and Fluid Balance Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse performing a nutritional assessment determines BMI of a 5-foot 11-inch male patient who weighs 180 pounds. What would be the BMI for this patient?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: BMI = weight (kg) / height (m²). 180 lb = 81.65 kg, 5'11" = 1.803 m. 81.65 / (1.803²) ≈ 25.1.
Question 2 of 5
A healthy, active 72-year-old woman asks a nurse if it is safe to take dietary supplements and, if so, what should be taken? What would the nurse tell her?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Older adults often need calcium, vitamin D (bone health), and B12 (absorption decreases with age).
Question 3 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 4 of 5
A nurse has assessed the residual amount before beginning a nasogastric tube feeding and has found 100 mL. What will the nurse do next?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 100 mL is typically within acceptable residual limits (often <200 mL), so feeding can proceed.
Question 5 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.