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Question 1
Using the rule-of-thumb method, the nurse determines that the 34-year-old female who weighs 110 pounds (50 kg) should consume approximately how many calories each day?
You Selected:
1,700 calories
Correct response:
1,500 calories
Explanation:
Using the rule-of-thumb method, the nurse determines that the 34-year-old female who weighs 110 pounds (50 kg) should consume approximately how many calories each day?
One way to estimate the approximate daily calorie requirement for a healthy individual is to multiply the weight in kilograms by 25 to 30. For a client who weighs 50 kg, this would yield an upper estimate of 1,500 calories per day. Note that calorie requirements are not the same as the basal metabolic rate (BMR), which is often estimated as 10-11 calories per pound of body weight. The BMR estimates the energy needs of the body at complete rest; this typically represents only 60-70% of an indivdual’s total calorie requirement.below I will include 5 questions that I got wrong please fill out the included file thank you ,
Question 2
The nurse is seeing a client who is pleased to hear that chocolate may have nutritional benefit. The nurse correctly explains to the client that cocoa products contain which of the following trace minerals?
You Selected:
iron.
Correct response:
copper.
Explanation:
The nurse is seeing a client who is pleased to hear that chocolate may have nutritional benefit. The nurse correctly explains to the client that cocoa products contain which of the following trace minerals?
Sources of copper include organ meats, seafood, nuts, seeds, whole grains, cocoa products, and drinking water.
Question 3
The nurse is reviewing lab results from a client’s blood draw earlier in the shift. Which result for the calcium level would the nurse expect when this client has irregular blood pressure readings, muscle spasms, and recent dental caries?
You Selected:
Toxic level
Correct response:
Decreased level
Explanation:
Calcium assists with muscle contraction and strengthens tooth enamel so irregular blood pressure readings, muscle spasms, and increased dental caries are all signs of decreased calcium levels. Problems with bone density would appear if calcium levels remain low. Levels that are increased or toxic would have manifestations such as constipation, renal stone formation, and deficiencies in iron and other minerals.
Question 4
The nurse is helping a pregnant client form a weight-loss plan to be implemented after the birth of the baby. If this client is 5 feet 5 inches tall, which of the following is an ideal weight?
You Selected:
135 pounds
Correct response:
125 pounds
Explanation:
The nurse is helping a pregnant client form a weight-loss plan to be implemented after the birth of the baby. If this client is 5 feet 5 inches tall, which of the following is an ideal weight?
The Hamwi method to compute an ideal body weight for females is to allow 100 pounds for the first 5 feet of height, then add 5 pounds for each additional inch of height. For a female client who is 5 feet 5 inches tall, 5 ft = 100; 5 in. x 5 = 25; 100 + 25 = 125.
Question 5
The nurse is working with a 48-year-old client who recently was ill with an infection. The nurse recognizes that this client needs to increase their physical activity to prevent further deterioration of their health. The nurse has suggested that this client include some muscle-strengthening activities that involve all major muscle groups how many times a week?
You Selected:
3
Correct response:
2
Explanation:
The nurse is working with a 48-year-old client who recently was ill with an infection. The nurse recognizes that this client needs to increase their physical activity to prevent further deterioration of their health. The nurse has suggested that this client include some muscle-strengthening activities that involve all major muscle groups how many times a week?
Adults should perform muscle-strengthening activities that are moderate or high intensity and involve all major muscle groups on two or more days a week.