When teaching clients who are vegetarians, the nurse should ...

[Arii_bell]

When teaching clients who are vegetarians, the nurse should instruct the clients to:
 
  a. include meat in the diet, because it is a source of high-quality protein.
  b. combine protein from various vegetable and grain sources to ensure all essential amino acids are consumed.
  c. not worry about consuming high-quality protein because most people consume too much protein in the diet anyway.
  d. take a protein supplement to ensure adequate intake.

Question 2

The client asks the nurse about micronutrients. The nurse would tell the client that which of the following is considered a trace element?
 
  a. sodium c. copper
  b. potassium d. magnesium

[dajones82]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: It is inappropriate to tell vegetarians that they must eat meat.
B Correct: Although providing less high-quality protein, these foods when combined can provide adequate protein to the diet.
C Incorrect: This is inappropriate advice.
D Incorrect: This is inappropriate advice.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: Sodium is a major element.
B Incorrect: Potassium is a major element.
C Correct: Copper is a trace element.
D Incorrect: Magnesium is a major element.

[Arii_bell]

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[Bigfoot1984]

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