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Chapter 14 Nutrition and Fluid Balance Questions
Question 1 of 5
Common to both acute and chronic malnutrition is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Weight for age reflects both types.
Question 2 of 5
An abused elderly client was suspected to have prolonged protein malnutrition which of the following laboratory data would be the most sensitive indicator?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prealbumin is the most sensitive indicator of protein status due to its short half-life (2-3 days), reflecting recent nutritional changes more quickly than albumin or transferrin.
Question 3 of 5
A dietary study is performed that assess the risk for hypertension it is observed that increased consumption of sodium in the diet is correlated with elevated blood pressure. Of the following food items which one has the greatest amount of sodium?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Canned soup typically has high sodium content (often 700-1000 mg per serving) compared to carrots, bread, or milk, making C correct.
Question 4 of 5
The only food that generally provide ample amount of vitamin C are?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Vegetables and fruits (e.g., citrus, peppers) are the primary dietary sources of vitamin C, unlike meats, dairy, or grains, making C correct.
Question 5 of 5
All of these are the following risk factor for developing osteoporosis except?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: African American ancestry is associated with higher bone density and lower osteoporosis risk, unlike the other factors, making C the exception.