Case Study 17 – Quiz 1. Which statement about obesity is best…
Question Answered step-by-step Case Study 17 – Quiz 1. Which statement about obesity is best… Case Study 17 – Quiz1. Which statement about obesity is best explained by genetics?As obese individuals age, they experience milder changes of aging. Body shape and weight gain are influenced. White Americans have a higher incidence of obesity than African Americans. It is more difficult for men to lose weight compared with women. 2. What are the health risks associated with obesity? (Select all that apply.)Social problems, such as bullyingRheumatoid arthritisSleep apneaHigh cholesterolLow blood pressure 3. Which statement best describes the etiology of obesity?It is primarily attributed to a genetic predisposition. Psychosocial factors have a higher priority over the effects of genetics. It is the result of complex interactions between genetic and environmental factors.It is less likely attributed to environmental factors. 4. A group of new nurses want to explore the problem of obesity in school-aged children and assess their community school district health status related to that problem. What national agency would provide the best information to begin gathering information?Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR) 5. A community health nurse is working in a preschool which is in a lower socioeconomic, inner-city area. Based on the demographics of the community, the nurse is assessing the children for possible risks. Which is the greatest risk the nurse should consider in this population?Asthma Diabetes Childhood obesity Lead poisoning 6. Which is the best nutritional therapy plan for a young, school-aged child who is obese?Set weight loss goals Start the Atkins diet Identify good and bad foods Knowledge of foods from the basic food groups 7. The nurse is teaching parents of adolescents who reside in a low-income area with limited finances about nutrition. Which of the following must be included in the teaching?Adolescents are usually mature enough to make healthy food choices. Resources which can assist lower-income families with obtaining enough protein. Nutritional deficiencies are less likely related to behavior problems in this age group. Parental influence has the greatest impact on food choices at this age. 8. The father of a school-aged child is completing a family health assessment questionnaire. The father asks the nurse “Why does this question ask whether there is a neighborhood playground where I live?” What is the most accurate response by the nurse?”You can leave that question blank if you do not desire to answer it.” “It is important to have access to adequate and safe recreation resources.” “We want to be able to report any unsafe playground equipment to the city.” “We want to know if you live in a low-income area.” 9. A nurse is helping a parent to develop a weight reduction plan for the family who are all obese. Which question should the nurse ask first?”Which food types do you enjoy eating the best?” “How long have you been overweight?” “What kind of physical activities do you like?” “What factors do you think led to your obesity?” 10. Which federal program provides aid that promotes healthier diets for families that may have a lack in needed financial resources?Medicaid Medicare Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) 11. The nurse is assessing an adolescent who is newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The nurse recommends the client speak with a dietitian. Which factor does the nurse base the recommendation for referral?Client is African American. Client has a BMI of 21.3. Client expresses concern about not eating the same kind of foods as his friends. Client lives in a rich part of town and can afford a nutritionist. Health Science Science Nursing NURSIING TDNRB Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)
