ATI LPN
Fluid Electrolyte Balance and Nutritional Needs Questions
Question 1 of 5
A measurement unit of energy in body?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Calories (Cal.) measure energy in the body, making C correct.
Question 2 of 5
Ms Cabello is concerned about the danger associated with the consumption of artificial sweeteners and wants to know if they are safe. As a nurse it is appropriate for you to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Providing balanced info (no food is 100% safe) and respecting her comfort level is appropriate, making C correct.
Question 3 of 5
The enzymes that initiates digestion of starch in the mouth?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Salivary amylase (ptyalin) begins starch digestion in the mouth, making A correct.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following fluid compartments contains the largest volume of water?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The intracellular compartment contains the largest volume of water, approximately 60% of total body water, as it encompasses all fluid within cells.
Question 5 of 5
The predominant extracellular cation is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sodium is the predominant cation in extracellular fluid, critical for osmotic balance and nerve function.