LPN ATI Fundamental Exam Paredes
LPN ATI Fundamental Exam Paredes ( 50 Questions)
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has an inadequate dietary intake of omega-3 fatty acids. Which of the following findings should the nurse examine for?
Inadequate intake of omega-3 fatty acids, which have anti-inflammatory properties, may lead to gum inflammation and bleeding.
Memory loss is associated more with neurological conditions or deficiencies in other nutrients but not primarily with omega-3 fatty acid deficiency.
Brittle hair is often linked to protein deficiencies or insufficient hydration rather than omega-3 fatty acid intake.
Constipation can be related to dietary fiber intake or hydration but not typically directly associated with omega-3 fatty acid deficiency.
A. Inadequate intake of omega-3 fatty acids, which have anti-inflammatory properties, may lead to gum inflammation and bleeding.
B. Memory loss is associated more with neurological conditions or deficiencies in other nutrients but not primarily with omega-3 fatty acid deficiency.
C. Brittle hair is often linked to protein deficiencies or insufficient hydration rather than omega-3 fatty acid intake.
D. Constipation can be related to dietary fiber intake or hydration but not typically directly associated with omega-3 fatty acid deficiency.