Question

1. if a resident with aids has a poor appetite, the nursing assistant should (a) give the resident an appetite stimulant (b) serve familiar and favorite foods (c) let the resident know that if he does not eat, he might die (d) discuss this with the residents friends to see what they recommend doing 2. residents who have aids and have infections of the mouth and esophagus may need to eat food that is (a) spicy (b) low in acid (c) dry (d) very hot 3. a resident with aids who has nausea and is vomiting should (a) eat mostly dairy products (b) eat high - fat foods (c) drink liquids (d) reduce liquid intake 4. fluids are important for residents who have diarrhea because (a) diarrhea rapidly depletes the body of fluids (b) diarrhea can be prevented by drinking a lot of fluids (c) diarrhea is an infection that can be flushed out by fluids (d) diarrhea can make a residents throat dry

Explanation:

1. Familiar and favorite foods can stimulate appetite. Option A is correct as it's a practical approach for a nursing - assistant to take.
2. Residents with mouth and esophagus infections due to AIDS should eat low - acid foods to avoid irritation. So, option B is right.
3. A resident with AIDS who has nausea and is vomiting should drink liquids to stay hydrated and ease the stomach. Option C is the best choice.
4. Diarrhea rapidly depletes the body of fluids, so fluids are crucial for residents with diarrhea. Option A is correct.

Answer:

1. A. Give the resident an appetite stimulant
2. B. Low in acid
3. C. Drink liquids
4. A. Diarrhea rapidly depletes the body of fluids