Nursing Elites

1. What symptom would most likely be associated with late dumping syndrome?

• A. abdominal cramps
• B. nausea
• C. diarrhea
• D. confusion

Correct answer: D

Rationale: Confusion is the most likely symptom associated with late dumping syndrome. Late dumping syndrome occurs when blood sugar levels drop rapidly after eating due to rapid gastric emptying. While abdominal cramps, nausea, and diarrhea can occur with dumping syndrome, confusion is specifically linked to late dumping syndrome due to hypoglycemia.

2. A client who was normal weight before pregnancy asks about the recommended weight gain during pregnancy. What should the nurse advise?

• A. 18-40 pounds
• B. 25-35 pounds
• C. 11-20 pounds
• D. 15-25 pounds

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 25-35 pounds. According to standard prenatal guidelines, a client with a normal pre-pregnancy weight is recommended to gain between 25-35 pounds during pregnancy. This weight gain is important for the overall health of the mother and the developing baby. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not fall within the recommended weight gain range for a client with a normal pre-pregnancy weight.

3. Mr. Bruno asks what the “normal” allowable salt intake is. Your best response to Mr. Bruno is:

• A. 1 tsp of salt/day with iodine and sprinkle of MSG
• B. 5 gms per day or 1 tsp of table salt/day
• C. 1 tbsp of salt/day with some patis and toyo
• D. 1 tsp of salt/day but no patis and toyo

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Patient safety and efficacy of care depend on actions rooted in established nursing protocols that consider both the immediate and long-term needs of the patient.

4. Which dietary supplement is often recommended for patients taking statins to lower cholesterol?

• A. Iron
• B. Coenzyme Q10
• C. Calcium
• D. Magnesium

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Coenzyme Q10 is often recommended for patients on statins because it may help reduce muscle pain, a common side effect of these medications. Iron (Choice A) is not typically recommended for patients taking statins to lower cholesterol. Calcium (Choice C) and Magnesium (Choice D) are not specifically indicated for addressing muscle pain associated with statin use, making them less suitable choices in this scenario.

5. A nurse is caring for an antepartum client who has iron-deficiency anemia. When teaching the client about nutrition, the nurse should emphasize the need for an increased intake of which of the following foods?

• A. Milk and cheese
• B. Red meat and organ meat
• C. Fresh fruits
• D. Whole grain breads

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is red meat and organ meat. These foods are rich sources of heme iron, which is more easily absorbed by the body compared to non-heme iron found in plant-based foods. Red meat and organ meat can significantly help in increasing the iron levels in individuals with iron-deficiency anemia, especially in antepartum clients. Fresh fruits, while nutritious, do not provide high amounts of iron. Milk and cheese are not the best sources of iron for individuals with iron-deficiency anemia. Whole grain breads also do not contain as much bioavailable iron as red meat and organ meat.

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