NCLEX Nutrition Practice Questions
Question 1 of 3.
A low-sodium, low-fat diet has been prescribed for a client who recently had a myocardial infarction. Which of the following menu selections would be most appropriate for this client?
A. Hot dog and roll, tossed salad with blue cheese dressing, and chocolate chip cookies
B. Roast beef with gravy, baked potato, and sliced carrots
C. Cream of mushroom soup, tuna sandwich, and sliced tomatoes
D. Baked chicken, green beans, and mashed potatoes
Explanation: Hot dogs, blue cheese dressing, gravy, and cream soups are high in sodium and fat. Baked chicken, green beans, and mashed potatoes are low in sodium and fat, suitable for post-myocardial infarction.
Question 2 of 3.
Ferrous sulfate has been prescribed for a woman who is pregnant. The nurse should advise her to take the medication at which time?
A. Upon arising
B. With meals
C. Immediately following meals
D. At bedtime
Explanation: Ferrous sulfate is best absorbed on an empty stomach, but to minimize gastrointestinal upset, bedtime is often recommended.
Question 3 of 3.
Following surgery, a clear liquid diet is ordered. Which of these foods would be contraindicated for this person?
A. Tea with lemon
B. Ginger ale
C. Milk
D. Gelatin desert
Explanation: Milk is not a clear liquid and is contraindicated in a clear liquid diet, which includes transparent fluids like tea, ginger ale, and gelatin.
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