ATI RN
ATI Nutrition Proctored Exam 2019 Questions
Question 1 of 5
A healthcare provider is evaluating a client who reports paresthesia of the hands and feet. The provider should identify this manifestation as an indication of which of the following dietary deficiencies?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Correct! Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to neurological symptoms, including paresthesia (tingling or numbness) of the hands and feet, due to its role in nerve health. Iron deficiency is more commonly associated with anemia symptoms like fatigue and pallor. Riboflavin deficiency can cause mouth and skin changes. Vitamin C deficiency is linked to scurvy symptoms like bleeding gums and easy bruising.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is providing discharge teaching about food choices to a client who has hypokalemia. Which of the following foods should the nurse identify as the best source of potassium?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Cooked tomatoes are high in potassium, which is crucial for maintaining normal cell function, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction, making them a suitable choice for addressing hypokalemia. Grapes, shredded lettuce, and apple slices do not contain as much potassium as cooked tomatoes, so they are not the best choice for addressing hypokalemia.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is providing teaching to an obese client who has gestational diabetes and is at 25 weeks of gestation. Which of the following statements made by the client indicates a need for further teaching?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The statement 'This means that I will have diabetes for the rest of my life' indicates a need for further teaching. Gestational diabetes often resolves after pregnancy, although it does indicate a higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes in the future. The other choices are correct or provide appropriate information: A) Understanding that gestational diabetes does not mean the baby will have the disease is accurate. C) Advising to drink non-diet soda if feeling dizzy is incorrect and potentially harmful due to the sugar content. D) Recognizing that obesity can be a risk factor for developing diabetes is a valid statement.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has ascites secondary to liver disease. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is to limit sodium to 2000 mg or less per day. Ascites, which is the abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity, is commonly associated with liver disease. Limiting sodium intake helps manage fluid retention by reducing the fluid accumulation in the abdomen. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because reducing complex carbohydrates, restricting protein intake, or decreasing caloric intake are not the primary interventions for managing ascites in liver disease.
Question 5 of 5
A client is planning eating strategies with a nurse who has nausea from equilibrium imbalance. Which of the following strategies should the nurse recommend?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Provide low-fat carbohydrates with meals. Low-fat carbohydrates are easier to digest and can help manage nausea without overloading the digestive system. Encouraging the client to eat even if nauseated (Choice A) may worsen their symptoms. Limiting fluid intake between meals (Choice C) may lead to dehydration, which can exacerbate nausea. Serving hot foods at mealtime (Choice D) may not necessarily address the underlying issue of equilibrium imbalance causing nausea.