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WGU. HESI Nutrition

Question 7 of 60

The nurse is conducting a nutritional class on foods that have been linked to help decrease the development of some forms of cancer. Which meal selection is the best choice to help reduce the risk of some cancers?

• A Scrambled eggs with roasted peppers and onions, lean ham, and toast.
• B Poached egg, bacon, biscuit and canned peaches in light syrup.
• C Oatmeal with raisins and nuts, with skim milk and 1/2 grapefruit.
• D Pancakes with blueberries and maple syrup, and a turkey sausage patty.

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Question 8 of 60

A client with glomerulonephritis is preparing for discharge and asks the nurse which kind of diet to follow upon returning home. Which dietary teaching should the nurse include in the discharge instructions?

• A Restrict sodium rich foods and excessive oral fluids.
• B Avoid foods high in potassium.
• C Follow low carbohydrate diet with low glycemic index foods. WGU. HESI Nutrition
• D Eat a high protein diet three times a day.

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Question 9 of 60

The nurse is caring for an older adult client who needs to limit sodium intake. Which food should the nurse encourage the client to avoid?

• A Bananas.
• B Cottage cheese.
• C Broccoli.
• D Ground sirloin.

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Question 10 of 60

A client wants to increase intake of vitamin E. Which snack should the nurse encourage?

• A Fresh orange slices. WGU. HESI Nutrition
• B Frozen yogurt.
• C Cheese and crackers.
• D Sunflower seeds.

Question 11 of 60

The home health nurse is visiting an older adult client who was discharged from the hospital 3 days ago following hip pinning surgery. The client lives with her daughter, who prepares the family meals. In discussing nutrition for postoperative healing, which food choices should the nurse suggest for this client’s diet? Select all that apply.

• A Soda crackers.
• B Grilled salmon.
• C Baked chicken.
• D Scrambled eggs.
• E Flavored gelatin.