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Chapter 10: Nutrition Touhy & Jett: Ebersole and Hess’ Gerontological Nursing & Healthy Aging, 5th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. Which combination is suitable for the daily diet of older adults? a... . Vitamin B12, 2.4 mcg, and fiber, 15 g b. Three 8-oz glasses of fluid and 1600 calories c. Vitamin B12, 1.1 mcg, and 40% of daily calories from fat d. Calcium, 1200 mg, and vitamin D, 600 to 800 units ANS: D Daily recommendation is 1200 mg of calcium, and 600 to 800 units of vitamin D are needed to enable the body to use the calcium. Daily vitamin B12 intake is correct, but older adults require 20 g to 35 g of fiber. Although 1600 calories per day is correct, fluid intake (preferably water) should be 1500 mL, approximately six to eight 8-oz glasses. Vitamin B12 intake should be 2.4 mcg per day, and calories from fat should be 20% to 25%. PTS: 1 DIF: Understand REF: p. 130-133 TOP: Nursing Process: Assessment MSC: Health Promotion and Maintenance 2. Which is a common age-related physical change that may affect digestion and food intake? a. Loss of the majority of taste buds b. Decreased motility in the esophagus c. Decreased cholecystokinin secretion d. Loss of smell ANS: B Decreased motility in the esophagus is a common age-related change and can affect the ease of swallowing. A loss of the majority of taste buds is not a common age-related physical change. A small number of taste buds are lost beginning around 60 years of age, but it does not affect all flavors equally. Decreased cholecystokinin secretion is not common; however, increased cholecystokinin secretion is. A loss of smell is not a common age-related physical change. PTS: 1 DIF: Remember REF: p. 130-131 TOP: Nursing Process: Assessment MSC: Health Promotion and Maintenance 3. Which of the following is a true statement about nutrition for older adults? a. Older people should be encouraged to practice strict controls on cholesterol intake to ensure protection against heart disease. b. Transportation can be a critical factor in nutritional insufficiency in older adults. c. Soul food is a concern primarily for the African American culture. d. No government programs promote congregate dining among older adults. ANS: B NURSINGTB.COM Ebersole and Hess' Gerontological Nursing and Healthy Aging 5th Edition Touhy Test Bank This study source was downloaded by 100000831777157 from CourseHero.com [Show More]

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