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A client at risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) asks the nurse why the health care provider recommended following the Mediterranean diet. The nurse explains that this eating pattern contributes to the primary prevention of CVD because of what factor?

The nurse is teaching senior clients about osteoarthritis (OA). The nurse recognizes teaching has been effective when a client identifies what as the greatest known modifiable risk factor of OA of the knee?

The PROT-AGE Study Group has developed guidelines for optimal protein intake for older adults. When using these guidelines, what would the nurse calculate as the approximate daily protein requirement for a healthy older adult weighing 132 pounds (60 kg)?

Risk of vitamin B12 deficiency increases in older adults. To ensure adequate intake, the nurse should recommend what source?

The health care provider has recommended the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet for a client who needs to lower blood pressure. When the client asks what specific nutrient in this diet makes it effective, how should the nurse respond?

While leading a class on measures to control risk of cardiovascular disease, the nurse instructs attendees on limiting sodium intake. What should the nurse identify as the largest source of sodium in the American diet?

The nurse is working with a client who wants to make dietary changes to decrease blood pressure. The nurse should recommend the client’s daily intake of sodium be reduced to what amount if the client typically consumes 2000 calories/day?

The nurse educator is explaining mineral homeostasis within the human body. The nurse knows that education has been successful when a class member makes what statement?

The nurse is teaching a client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) to understand the necessary changes to their diet. The nurse knows that the client understands the teaching when the client makes what statement?

An older adult client has been admitted to a long-term care facility where a liberal eating pattern is offered. The client is concerned about their long history of high cholesterol intake and wants a diet that will restrict it. What is the nurse’s best response?