Practice Question
The student nurse is teaching a group of older adults about decreasing added sugars in their diets. Which statement made by the student requires correction?
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Correct Answer:
"The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends 12 tsp or less of added sugar on a 2000-kcal diet."
Rationale:
💎 The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that added sugars make up no more than 10% of total daily caloric intake, which equals about 8 tsp on a 2000-kcal diet, not 12 tsp.
💎 Excess added sugar intake is linked to obesity, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes.
💎 Accurate public health teaching ensures individuals understand the difference between natural sugars in whole foods (which come with nutrients) and added sugars (which provide empty calories).
💎 Correcting misinformation is crucial for preventive nutrition education.
💎 Misquoting guidelines can lead to excessive sugar consumption, undermining dietary goals.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Nutrition
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