RN Nursing Basic Care and Comfort Practice Questions

Practice exam for RN Nursing Basic Care and Comfort.

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Question 1 of 27

The nurse is providing dietary instruction to a client with diabetes who has normal kidney function. Which statement by the client requires intervention by the nurse?

A. I should limit cholesterol intake to 200 mg/day.
B. I should eat very low or no carbohydrates when possible. Correct
C. My protein intake should be 15% to 20% of my daily calories.
D. Fiber will improve my carbohydrate metabolism and lower cholesterol.

Rationale: Very low or no carbohydrate intake is not recommended for diabetes management, as carbohydrates are essential for energy and blood sugar control. The other statements align with standard diabetic dietary guidelines.

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