Question

the nurse teaches a client how to maintain an adequate intake of protein. the nurse determines teaching is most effective if the client chooses which foods for breakfast 1. orange juice and white, buttered toast. 2. biscuit and strawberry jelly. 3. scrambled eggs and wheat toast. 4. oatmeal with raisins.

Explanation:

To determine the food choice with adequate protein, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: Orange juice (carbohydrate, vitamin C) and white buttered toast (carbohydrate, fat) have little protein.
• Option 2: Biscuit (carbohydrate) and strawberry jelly (carbohydrate) are low in protein.
• Option 3: Scrambled eggs are a good source of protein, and wheat toast provides carbohydrates and some nutrients. This option includes a protein - rich food.
• Option 4: Oatmeal with raisins is mainly a carbohydrate - rich food with minimal protein.

Answer:

1. Scrambled eggs and wheat toast.