Which trace mineral is not an essential nutrient but has long been recognized for strengthening bones and teeth?
a. Fluoride
b. Magnesium
c. Zinc
d. Molybdenum
a
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Which of the following is a feature of phosphorus?
a. Involved in energy exchange b. Activates fat-soluble vitamins c. Ranks lowest among the minerals in amount present in the body d. Ranks highest among the minerals in amount present in the body e. In the U.S., phosphorous intake has decreased as fast food intake has increased
Ms. Wooly brought her daughter, Mary, age 16, to the health care center to be seen by the nurse for a referral to the physician. Together, they tell the nurse that Mary has had nausea, vomiting, and headaches for the past 2 weeks. She has vomited "almost every day." Ms. Wooly began to cry as she tells the nurse that Mary does not remember the date of her last menstrual period and that she is
afraid that Mary is pregnant. During this interchange, Mary appears stoic and does not cry or have any verbalizations. After a blood test that confirmed the pregnancy, Ms. Wooly became calmer. A prenatal assessment was begun. Ms. Wooly answered most of the questions even though they were directed at Mary. Last menstrual period was estimated to be 2 months ago. Menses onset began 4 years ago. Ht: 5?8? Wt: 125 lbs Medium frame size She described her usual dietary intake as including hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, candy, and colas. Mary denies alcohol, drug, or cigarette use. Mary would not discuss the father of the child, nor did she volunteer any additional information. It is evident that Mary has some urgent needs that must be addressed during this visit. Mary is young and will need time to accept the pregnancy, but she must also begin to eat properly to meet her nutritional needs and those of the infant. List nursing interventions to help Mary achieve an adequate nutritional status.
Shortness of breath is also called ____
A) cyanosis B) hypercapnia C) dyspnea D) hypoxia
Which of the following statements is false about fiber? Fiber:?
A) is noncaloric. B) decreases the caloric density of the diet. C) hardens stool. D) binds beta-carotene. E) is soluble in or attracts water.