HHA Nutrition and Hydration 3

Question 1

When recording a client's fluid intake, which of the following counts as a fluid?

Accepted Answer

Gelatin (Jell-O) and ice cream

Answer

Foods that are liquid at room temperature, such as gelatin and ice cream, count toward fluid intake records.

Question 2

An elderly client is not thirsty but the care plan requires 8 glasses of fluid daily. The HHA should:

Accepted Answer

Offer small amounts of fluid frequently throughout the day

Answer

Elderly clients often have a diminished sense of thirst, so the HHA should offer small amounts of fluid regularly throughout the day to meet hydration goals.

Question 3

Which type of diet restricts foods high in cholesterol and saturated fat?

Accepted Answer

Cardiac diet

Answer

A cardiac diet limits cholesterol and saturated fats to support heart health and reduce cardiovascular risk.

Question 4

A client with dysphagia requires nectar-thick liquids. Which beverage requires thickening before serving?

Accepted Answer

Plain water

Answer

Plain water is thin and must be thickened to nectar consistency for clients with dysphagia to prevent aspiration.

Question 5

When feeding a client who has had a stroke and has weakness on the left side, food should be placed:

Accepted Answer

On the right (stronger) side of the mouth

Answer

Food should be placed on the stronger side of the mouth to improve chewing control and reduce aspiration risk.

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HHA Nutrition and Hydration 3