block 13

Question 1

to help prevent aspirations, residents should be in the _____ position when eating

Answer 1

upright (high fowlers)

Question 2

which is the most essential nutrient for life

Answer 2

water

Question 3

whats a good source of protein

Answer 3

fish

Question 4

example of plant based protein

Answer 4

tofu

Question 5

which food groups should make up of at least half of a persons plate (USDA’s myplate)

Answer 5

vegetables and fruits

Question 6

what percentage of fat in milk should be in a persons dairy choices

Answer 6

1%

Question 7

fact of food preferences

Answer 7

religion might influence food preferences

Question 8

effective way for NA to help prevent dehydration

Answer 8

NA should encourage resident to drink every time she sees him

Question 9

what does NPO stand for

Answer 9

nothing by mouth

Question 10

signs of unintended weight loss that should be reported

Answer 10

coughing or choking while eating

Question 11

statement of mealtime

Answer 11

social interactions is an important part of mealtime

Question 12

which angle should resident be positioned for eating

Answer 12

90 degrees (high fowlers)

Question 13

residents who need assistance while eating may benefit from

Answer 13

NA using the hand over hand approach

Question 14

How can NA help residents with eating

Answer 14

NA should identify the food and fluids in front of residents

Question 15

reason why a resident might be placed on special diet

Answer 15

bc resident has diabetes

Question 16

first food to be restricted in a low sodium diet

Answer 16

salt

Question 17

best describe a pureed diet

Answer 17

diet consist of food that is blended into thick paste for easier swallowing

Question 18

in order to loose weight, resident may be placed on this diet

Answer 18

modified calorie diet

Question 19

diet that consist of foods that are chopped to help people who have trouble chewing and swallowing is called

Answer 19

soft diet

Question 20

common reason why a resident may be on a fluid restricted diet

Answer 20

resident has heart disease

Question 21

which type of resident may have an order for thickened liquids

Answer 21

residents who have swallowing problems

Question 22

one way that residents who have diabetes eat a healthy diet

Answer 22

by counting carbs (carb counting)

Question 23

important for NAs to observe plates and meals trays when residents have finished

Answer 23

helps identify a change in residents food preferences

Question 23

when assisting residents who have had a stroke, NA should

Answer 23

watch for signs of choking and aspirations

Question 24

fluid restriction

Answer 24

the limitation of oral fluid intake to a prescribed amount for each 24-hour period.

Question 25

dysphagia

Answer 25

difficulty swallowing

Question 26

dehydration

Answer 26

serious condition that results from inadequate fluids in the body

Question 27

low sodium

Answer 27

diet low in sodium or salt usually for a resident with high blood pressure, heart attack, gallbladder disease, or liver disease

Question 28

clear liquid (cl liq)

Answer 28

diet that consists of clear juices, broth, gelatin, and popsicles

Question 29

diabetic diet

Answer 29

diet where calories and carbohydrates are carefully controlled usually for residents who have diabetes. proteins and fats are also regulated

Question 30

gastrostomy tube

Answer 30

tube surgically placed into the stomach through an incision in the abdomen, used for long-term enteral feedings. also called percutaneous tube (PEG)

Question 31

aspiration precautions

Answer 31

interventions to reduce the risk of aspirations of food, liquids, and/or secretions during the swallowing process.

Question 32

diet card

Answer 32

recommended diet for a resident