Nutrition and Hydration Flashcards
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Which government program provides nutrition assistance to low-income seniors in the US?
Answer: The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
SNAP provides monthly food benefits to eligible low-income individuals including seniors to help purchase nutritious food.
Why is fiber intake particularly important for older adults?
Answer: It promotes healthy bowel movements and reduces constipation risk
Dietary fiber adds bulk to stool and promotes intestinal motility, helping prevent constipation, which is common in seniors.
A resident who is NPO (nothing by mouth) before a procedure requests a glass of water. What should the caregiver do?
Answer: Withhold water and explain the NPO order; notify the nurse if the resident insists
An NPO order means no oral intake including water; the nurse must be notified if the resident does not understand or accept the restriction.
What is the role of the registered dietitian (RD) in senior care?
Answer: To assess nutritional needs, develop therapeutic diet plans, and monitor nutritional status
The registered dietitian conducts nutritional assessments and develops individualized dietary plans to meet each resident's clinical needs.
Which of the following supplements is commonly recommended to prevent osteoporosis in older women?
Answer: Calcium and Vitamin D
Calcium and Vitamin D work together to maintain bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis-related fractures.
A resident's weight has decreased by 5 pounds over the past month without a change in diet orders. What should the caregiver do?
Answer: Document the weight and report the change to the nurse immediately
Unintentional weight loss is a significant clinical finding that must be reported promptly for nutritional and medical evaluation.