The respiratory rate of a hospitalized patient increased from 12 per minute to 38 per minute. This increase in respiratory rate continued for 5 minutes. Would the following blood parameters increase, decrease, or remain the same? a. pH b. hydrogen ion concentration c. carbon dioxide concentration

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Hyperventilation raises pH, lowers H⁺, and decreases CO₂.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The client's head should be sufficiently elevated to prevent aspiration. Clients who have dysphagia cannot always control the amount of fluid they take in through a straw, increasing their risk for aspiration. Thicker fluids are usually easier to swallow than thin fluids. For clients with unilateral weakness, it is best to place food in the stronger side of the mouth.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Drinking water before and after sports prevents dehydration. Fat needs don't increase for athletes, protein should rise to 1.0-1.5 g/kg/day, and carbohydrates should stay at 45-65% of calories, not decrease.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Water is essential for all bodily functions, making it the most critical nutrient for life.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Identifying the resident and checking the diet card ensures that each resident receives the appropriate meal according to their dietary needs.