Author Question: The client is an overweight alcoholic who has previously been diagnosed with chronic venous ... (Read 14 times)

KimWrice · **on:** Aug 2, 2018

The client is an overweight alcoholic who has previously been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency. The client has a leg wound that has worsened during the last 6 months.

The addition of which of the following sign or symptom indicates that client has a protein deficient diet? 1. Increased serum lipid levels
2. Decreasing muscle mass
3. Anemia
4. Poor bone density

Question 2

During a discussion on diet and nutrition at a local junior league meeting, the nurse is asked for tips on retaining the nutrient value of foods. Which of the following would be the best response?

A) Cut produce into small pieces.
B) Keep produce at room temperature.
C) Do not thaw frozen vegetables before cooking.
D) Peel and pare vegetables before cooking.

vboyd24 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2

Rationale: Increased serum lipid levels, obesity, and toxic levels of some vitamins indicate the client is suffering from overnutrition. Decreasing muscle mass, poor wound healing, functional decline, immunodeficiency, and poor growth in children are all indicators that the client is suffering from protein-related malnutrition. Anemia and poor bone density would more likely be associated with undernutrition but specifically related to diminished intake of iron or calcium and vitamin D.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Food should be prepared as close to serving time as possible. Thawing food before cooking can decrease its nutritional content.