Quiz#4 Flashcards
An alternate way of obtaining nutrition (temporary or permanent)
Nasogastric Tube
Which situation results in diarrhea that occurs with fecal impaction?
Seepage of stool around the impaction
Why preventing constipation or diarrhea in an immobile client is important?
Straining to defecate can cause cardiac arrest ; A severe imbalance in electrolytes may occur; Increase the risk of dehydration
Who would a fat- modified diet be ordered for?
A client with hypercholesterolemia
The signs a client might exhibit that may put them at risk of aspiration.
Coughing on food
The greatest problem in caring for a client with a Nasogastric tube.
Maintaining comfort
Non-pharmacological pain management (6)
1) Relaxation techniques
2) Muscle relaxation
3) Biofeedback
4) Breathing exercises
5) Music
6) Yoga
Where are most nutritients absorbed in the body?
Small intestine
Effluent
Stool discharged from an ostomy
How can a nurse assess a client’s level of consciousness & cognitive state. (6)
1) Orientation to person, place or time
2) Verbal communication
3) Ability to read
4) Ability to write
5) Memory recall
6) Awakeness/Alertness
Sphincter
A circular band of muscle fiber constricting a natural orifice
Hypervitaminosis
Mega doses of supplemental fat-soluble or water-soluble vitamins
What action should be taken if a client c/o pain, or you notice bleeding while administering an enema?
Stop the instillation, notify the physician, and obtain vital signs
Nutrient that provides the body with energy.
Carbohydrates
Smooth textured products, is what type of diet?
Full-liquid diet (people with dysphagia)
Major determinant of healthy eating.
Income
Ways a nurse can access a client’s pain level. (7)
1) Ask them (terms such as do you hurt)
2) Have them indicate pain level using a numeric pain rating scale 1-10
3) Observe client’s behaviour
4) Facial expressions
5) Guarding movements
6) Emotional signs (crying etc.
7) Ask family members
Client’s experiencing age-related gastrointestinal changes such as reduced saliva production; are at risk of?
Malnutrition
How to prevent ‘gastric reflux’ in a client with dysphasia?
Positioning client upright in a chair when feeding them
What nutrient is needed for tissue repair?
Protein
What is measured when measuring output?
Urine, emesis, drains
Why ‘whole milk’ is better than ‘skim milk’ for a toddler (15 months)?
Contains fatty acids needed for the toddler’s brain development
Homebound adults are more at risk for _________?
Poor nutrition
A client has bowel movement every 3-4 days, occasionally stool is hard in consistency. What’s the best diet?
High-fiber diet
