Caregiver Nutrition and Meal Preparation 3

Question 1

When assisting a client with eating, what is the safest position for the client?

Accepted Answer

Sitting upright at a 90-degree angle

Answer

Lying flat on their back

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Slightly reclined at 30 degrees

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Lying on their side

Question 2

A client with congestive heart failure (CHF) is on a fluid restriction. How should the caregiver manage this?

Accepted Answer

Track and limit fluid intake according to the care plan

Answer

Allow unlimited fluids to keep the client comfortable

Answer

Only restrict water, not other beverages

Answer

Wait for the client to complain before restricting fluids

Question 3

What does a 'clear liquid' diet include?

Accepted Answer

Broth, apple juice, gelatin, and water

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Milk and cream soups

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Mashed potatoes and soft vegetables

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Yogurt and pudding

Question 4

Why is it important to offer fluids frequently to elderly clients even if they do not ask for water?

Accepted Answer

Because older adults often have a diminished sense of thirst and are at risk for dehydration

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To make them use the bathroom more

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To dilute their medications

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Because elderly clients need more calories

Question 5

Which sign indicates a client may be experiencing dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Dark-colored urine and dry mouth

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Frequent urination with pale yellow urine

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Increased appetite

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Swollen ankles

Question 6

A client following a kosher diet must not eat meat and dairy together. How should a caregiver accommodate this?

Accepted Answer

Serve meat and dairy at separate meals using appropriate utensils

Answer

Ignore the restriction since it is only a preference

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Mix them if they look the same

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Only follow the restriction when the family is present