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joe

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What should be the goal of a client with the nursing diagnosis Imbalanced nutrition: Less than body requirements (related to diet choices inadequate to meet the nutrient requirements of pregnancy)?
 
  a. Gain a total of 30 lb.
  b. Decrease intake of snack foods.
  c. Take daily supplements consistently.
  d. Increase intake of complex carbohydrates.

Question 2

A pregnant client would like to know a good food source of calcium other than dairy products. Which is the best answer that the nurse should give?
 
  a. Legumes
  b. Lean meat
  c. Whole grains
  d. Yellow vegetables



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
A weight gain of 30 lb is one indication that the client has gained a sufficient amount for the nutritional needs of pregnancy. Decreasing snack food may be the problem and should be assessed. However, assessing the weight gain is the best method of monitoring intake for this pregnancy. A daily supplement is not the best goal for this client. It does not meet the basic need of proper nutrition during pregnancy. Increasing the intake of complex carbohydrates is important for this client, but monitoring the weight gain should be the end goal.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Although dairy products contain the greatest amount of calcium, it can also be found in legumes, nuts, dried fruits, and some dark green leafy vegetables. Lean meats are rich in protein and phosphorus. Whole grains are rich in zinc and magnesium. Yellow vegetables are rich in vitamin A.





 

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