1. A nurse is orienting a newly licensed nurse at the community clinic regarding primary prevention of disease through nutrition. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates comprehension of primary prevention education strategies? The client will be provided education to maintain optimal weight through exercise and nutrition. the diabetic client will be educated to limit simple carbohydrates and monitor blood glucose levels. the client with hypertension will be educated to limit sodium intake to 2 grams per day. the client discharged from the hospital following a bout of diverticulitis will need education on dietary management.
1. A nurse is orienting a newly licensed nurse at the community clinic regarding primary prevention of disease through nutrition. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates comprehension of primary prevention education strategies? The client will be provided education to maintain optimal weight through exercise and nutrition. the diabetic client will be educated to limit simple carbohydrates and monitor blood glucose levels. the client with hypertension will be educated to limit sodium intake to 2 grams per day. the client discharged from the hospital following a bout of diverticulitis will need education on dietary management.
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Transcribed Image Text:### Nutritional Education and Weight Management – Nursing Guidelines
#### 1. Primary Prevention through Nutrition
A nurse is orienting a newly licensed nurse at the community clinic regarding primary prevention of disease through nutrition. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates comprehension of primary prevention education strategies?
- The client will be provided education to maintain optimal weight through exercise and nutrition.
- The diabetic client will be educated to limit simple carbohydrates and monitor blood glucose levels.
- The client with hypertension will be educated to limit sodium intake to 2 grams per day.
- The client discharged from the hospital following a bout of diverticulitis will need education on dietary management.
#### 2. Nutritional Needs for Vegetarians
A nurse is completing an admission assessment on an adolescent client that is vegetarian. The client eats milk products but does not like beans. Which of the following items should the nurse suggest the client order for lunch to provide the nutrients most likely to be lacking in this diet?
- Fruit salad
- Baked potato topped with sour cream
- Bagel with cream cheese
- Peanut butter and jelly sandwich
#### 3. Healthy BMI Calculations
A nurse is educating a group of older adults in a Community Center on weight management using the BMI scale. Using the client’s height and weight to calculate BMI, which of the following clients has a healthy BMI?
- A client with the weight of 128 lb and height of 70 inches
- A client with the weight of 158 lb and height of 68 inches
- A client with the weight of 133 lb and height of 60 inches
- A client with the weight of 200 lb and height of 72 inches
#### 4. Exercise Recommendations for Healthful Fitness
A nurse is caring for a client that asks about the amount of exercise needed for healthful fitness benefits. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
- You should engage in muscle strengthening activities at least five days a week.
- You should exercise at a moderate intensity for 150 minutes each week.
- You should alternate moderate intensity and vigorous activity for 45 minutes each day.
- You should perform 300 minutes of vigorous activity each week.
#### 5. Dietary Supplements and Maintaining Nutritional Health
A healthy 37-year-old client asked the nurse if it is necessary to take daily nutritional supplements. Which is the best response by the nurse?
- The best way to obtain nutrients is by eating a variety of foods.
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