Practice Question
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has an inadequate dietary intake of fiber. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Constipation
Rationale:
➤ Dietary fiber promotes regular bowel movements by increasing stool bulk and supporting GI motility.
➤ A lack of fiber often results in constipation, straining, and hard stools.
➤ Fiber is found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes, and deficiency can also increase risk for diverticulosis.
➤ Brittle hair, memory loss, and bleeding gums suggest other nutritional deficiencies (e.g., protein, B12, or Vitamin C).
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A nurse is caring for a client who has a large surgical wound healing by secondary intention. The nurse should recommend a diet high in protein and which of the following nutrients?
Answer Choices:
A. Vitamin C
B. Iron
C. Potassium
D. Niacin
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Answer Choices:
A. Bradycardia
B. An increase in platelets
C. An increase in RBCs
D. An increase in neutrophils
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Answer Choices:
A. Fruity breath odor
B. Dry mucous membranes
C. Diaphoresis
D. Polyuria
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is scheduled for abdominal surgery about coughing and deep breathing. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Answer Choices:
A. "Inhale through your mouth when deep breathing."
B. "Cough and deep breath every 4 hours."
C. "Lie supine to cough and deep breath."
D. "Splint your incision with a pillow when coughing."
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Answer Choices:
A. Turn the client onto her side.
B. Cover the wound with a moist sterile dressing
C. Apply an abdominal binder to the wound area.
D. Assure the client that this is an expected occurrence after surgery.
Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Fundamentals of Nursing
- Answer Choices: 4
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