PCT Nutrition, Diets, and I&O Monitoring 3

Question 1

A mechanical soft diet is appropriate for patients who:

Accepted Answer

Have difficulty chewing due to missing teeth or jaw problems

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Cannot swallow any solid foods

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Need increased fiber intake

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Are preparing for a colonoscopy

Question 2

Which sign would indicate a patient is dehydrated?

Accepted Answer

Dark amber urine with decreased output

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Frequent, clear urination

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Weight loss of 10 pounds over 3 months

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Pink, moist mucous membranes

Question 3

When measuring liquid output from a urinary catheter drainage bag, the PCT should:

Accepted Answer

Empty the bag into a graduated container and measure precisely

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Estimate the amount by looking at the bag

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Record the amount marked on the bag without emptying

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Wait until the bag is completely full before measuring

Question 4

A patient receiving a tube feeding complains of nausea and abdominal distension. The PCT should:

Accepted Answer

Stop the feeding and report symptoms to the nurse immediately

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Increase the feeding rate to finish sooner

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Give the patient water to dilute the formula

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Lower the head of the bed to relieve pressure

Question 5

Which fluid is NOT typically counted in intake measurements?

Accepted Answer

Saliva

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Coffee

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IV fluids

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Water used to swallow medications

Question 6

A renal diet typically restricts which nutrients?

Accepted Answer

Sodium, potassium, phosphorus, and protein

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Carbohydrates and fiber

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Vitamins A and D

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Iron and calcium only