A client reports giving upon on a weight loss plan because of feeling hungry all of the time. Which substitution should the nurse suggest for this client?
a. Ice cream in place of yogurt
b. Low fat in place of skim milk
c. Pretzels in place of potato chips
d. A bagel instead of two English muffin halves
c. Pretzels in place of potato chips
A portion of pretzels contains less fat and calories than an equivalent portion of potato chips. Substituting foods that have a lower content of fat decreases the calorie value. Ice cream may have more calories than yogurt. Skim milk contains less fat and calories than low-fat milk. Two English muffin halves in place of a bagel can eliminate up to 100 calories.
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1. "Where were you born?" 2. "What is the primary language spoken in your home?" 3. "Which political party are you associated with?" 4. "Do you have a religious affiliation linked with the cultural affiliation?"
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What should be included in a teaching plan for this client? A. "Take hot baths." B. "Avoid people with colds." C. "Try to use physical aids such as walkers as little as possible." D. "You may discontinue these medications when your symptoms improve."