ATI RN
ATI Nutrition Proctored Exam 2019 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A healthcare provider is assessing a client who has a stage III pressure ulcer that is healing poorly. The provider should identify that which of the following vitamin deficiencies increases the client's risk for delayed wound healing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Corrected Rationale: Vitamin C deficiency can impair collagen synthesis and delay wound healing, making it crucial for recovery from pressure ulcers. Incorrect Rationales: - Vitamin D deficiency is associated with bone health, not specifically wound healing. - Vitamin E deficiency can lead to neurological and immune system issues but is not directly linked to delayed wound healing. - Vitamin B6 deficiency can cause skin rashes and neurological symptoms but is not a primary factor in delayed wound healing.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving parenteral nutrition. Which of the following findings indicates the therapy is effective?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because having a blood glucose level within the expected reference range indicates that parenteral nutrition is effectively meeting the client's nutritional needs. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because soft, formed bowel movements, pink mucous membranes, and the ability to complete activities of daily living do not directly reflect the effectiveness of parenteral nutrition therapy.
Question 3 of 5
A client is receiving education from a nurse regarding the dietary changes needed for weight loss. Which of the following actions should the nurse perform first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is to determine the client's daily caloric intake first. This step is crucial in understanding the client's current dietary habits and establishing a baseline for creating an effective weight loss plan. Educating the client about daily caloric requirements (Choice A) can only be done effectively after knowing the client's current intake. Providing meal planning information (Choice C) and teaching the client how to identify fat content in foods (Choice D) come after determining the baseline caloric intake to tailor the plan accordingly.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a group of clients about stress. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Acute stress causes an increase in metabolism. During acute stress, the body's fight-or-flight response is activated, leading to an increase in metabolism to provide energy for the body to respond to the stressor. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect. Protein requirements actually increase during times of stress to support the body's needs. Stress typically leads to a negative nitrogen balance in the body, not a positive one. Glucose is broken down more rapidly, not slowly, during times of stress to provide immediate energy.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is reviewing the medication administration record for a client who is 2 days postoperative following abdominal surgery. The nurse should recognize that which of the following medications places the client at risk for wound dehiscence?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Corrected Rationale: Prednisone is a corticosteroid that can impair wound healing and increase the risk of wound dehiscence. Omeprazole (Choice A) is a proton pump inhibitor used to reduce stomach acid production and does not directly impact wound healing. Zolmitriptan (Choice B) is a medication used to treat migraines and does not affect wound healing. Verapamil (Choice D) is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure and certain heart conditions, and it does not pose a significant risk for wound dehiscence.