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

Answer

A mechanical soft diet modifies food texture for patients with chewing difficulties while maintaining nutritional variety.

Question 2

Which sign would indicate a patient is dehydrated?

Accepted Answer

Dark amber urine with decreased output

Answer

Dark, concentrated urine with reduced volume is a classic sign of dehydration as the kidneys conserve water.

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

Answer

Emptying into a calibrated graduated container provides the most accurate measurement, which is essential for precise I&O records.

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

Answer

Nausea and distension during tube feeding may indicate intolerance or aspiration risk, requiring the nurse to assess and adjust the feeding plan.

Question 5

Which fluid is NOT typically counted in intake measurements?

Accepted Answer

Saliva

Answer

Saliva is a naturally produced body fluid that is not measured or counted as intake in I&O monitoring.

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