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When suggesting menu options to a group of senior citizens, the nurse is careful to include which of the following choices that would enhance normal physiology and prevent the problem of constipation?
- A. Whole grains
- B. Highly spiced or flavored foods
- C. Limiting fluids
- D. Salads and fresh fruits
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Whole grains increase fiber intake, promoting bowel regularity and preventing constipation.
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Food tests were carried out on four different substances. Which substance contained both protein and reducing sugar?
- A. substance A
- B. substance B
- C. substance C
- D. substance D
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Substances testing positive for both the biuret test (protein) and Benedict's test (reducing sugar) indicate the presence of both protein and reducing sugars.
Using the figure shown, indicate where on the abdomen the nurse should palpate to examine a client's liver for size and tenderness.
- A. Right upper quadrant
- B. Left upper quadrant
- C. Right lower quadrant
- D. Left lower quadrant
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The liver is located primarily in the right upper quadrant of the abdomen.
Match: Disaccharide
- A. a sugar composed of two monosaccharides
- B. stored form of energy
- C. used in DNA synthesis
- D. component of cell membranes
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Disaccharides, like sucrose, consist of two monosaccharides linked together and are broken down into simpler sugars during digestion.
Which of the following glands produces saliva?
- A. pancreas
- B. thyroid
- C. pituitary
- D. parotid
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The parotid gland is one of the major salivary glands that produce saliva, which initiates starch digestion and lubricates food.
Fungiform papillae are most numerous in:
- A. Pharyngeal part of the tongue [post. 1/3rd]
- B. Oral part of the tongue
- C. Edges & tip of tongue.
- D. Basolateral area of oral part of the tongue.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fungiform papillae are scattered across the oral part of the tongue but are most concentrated at the edges and tip, where taste perception is heightened.