A patient who is on a tube feeding gains nine pounds in three days. The nurse realizes that this may indicate:
a. adequate nutrition.
b. excess protein intake.
c. fluid imbalance.
d. nutrient imbalance.
c
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A claim that can legally be included on a food's packaging to describe a specific, scientifically supported health benefit is called a _____ claim
a. nutrient content b. health benefit c. regular health d. qualified health
To reduce the risk of aspiration, the patient's upper body is elevated to a ____ degree angle during the feeding
A) ?5 to 10 B) ?15 to 30 C) ?30 to 45 D) ?45 to 60
Children on vegan diets should receive vitamin B12 supplements or consume _____
a. textured soy protein b. almond butter c. broccoli d. orange juice e. spinach
Which of the following has been associated with a high incidence of stomach cancer?
a. alcohol b. fat c. salt-preserved foods d. sodium