The patient reports to the nurse that she feels as if her eyes are persistently dry. This symptom is consistent with a deficiency in which of the following dietary elements?
A) Protein
B) Vitamin D
C) Calcium
D) Vitamin A
Ans: D
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According the Maslow, the highest level of need is _____________________
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A client with diabetes has been following a low-carbohydrate low-fat diet to lose weight but has been feeling dizzy and tired in the afternoons at work. What should the nurse explain to this client?
a. A low-carbohydrate diet is good for diabetics and has been shown to improve glucose control b. Increased exercise is beneficial for clients with diabetes but should be increased very slowly over time c. A low-fat diet has been proven to increase the rate of metabolism in diabetic clients and help with weight control d. Diets that restrict calories from specific food groups are not recommended for diabetics and could result in hypoglycemia especially with increased exercise
During the nutrition class, the nurse asks one of the students to describe the Estimated Average Requirement (EAR). What should the student answer?
A) EAR is the amount of a nutrient that is estimated to meet the requirement of half of healthy people in a lifestyle or gender group. B) EAR is the amount of a nutrient that meets the needs of 98% of all people. C) EAR is the amount of a nutrient that meets the needs of all healthy people in a specific population. D) EAR is the amount of a nutrient that is recommended to prevent chronic illness.
A person's hair is matted and tangled. What should you do?
a. Braid the person's hair. b. Cut the person's hair. c. Tell the nurse. d. Shampoo the person's hair.