The graduate nurse in orientation notices that a dietician ...

[cnetterville]

The graduate nurse in orientation notices that a dietician evaluates each postoperative client's chart. Which are primary reasons for this action?
 
  Select all that apply.
  1. Meet a regulatory agency requirement.
  2. Determine nutritional needs.
  3. Check for any cultural dietary considerations.
  4. Check to see if there are any potential food-drug interactions.
  5. Assess for overnutrition.

Question 2

A young adult client visits the healthcare provider office for a routine yearly gynecological exam.
 
  The nurse is providing education to the client. The client asks for an explanation of why the nurse recommended that she take a multivitamin that contains folic acid. Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
  1. If you become pregnant, you will already be taking folic acid.
  2. Everyone should take vitamin supplements.
  3. Folic acid can help with your chances of getting pregnant.
  4. Most people do not get enough folic acid.

[dominiqueenicolee]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 2, 3, 4

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1

Folic acid is essential for all women of childbearing potential. It is important for a healthy outcome of a pregnancy. It does not help a person become pregnant. Some women are not aware of being pregnant at first and are not already taking folic acid. By suggesting a supplement, it will already be present in the body if the woman becomes pregnant. Not everyone needs vitamin supplements or have low folic acid levels if their dietary intake is balanced and appropriate.