ATI LPN
Nutrition and Fluid Balance Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Problems affecting nutritional intake among the elderly and chronically ill include:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: As people age, their ability to smell and taste food diminishes, which directly impacts their desire to eat and thus affects nutritional intake.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following are signs of unintended weight loss that should be reported to the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Coughing or choking while eating could indicate swallowing difficulties or other issues leading to unintended weight loss.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is a symptom of dysphagia(difficulty swallowing)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Watering eyes during meals can be a sign of dysphagia, indicating difficulty in swallowing.
Question 4 of 5
Symptoms of fluid overload include:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Tight, smooth, and shiny skin can indicate fluid overload due to excess fluid in the body.
Question 5 of 5
Milk is a poor source of?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Milk has low levels of Vitamin C compared to other nutrients.