ATI RN
Basic Principles of Patient Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
According to MyPlate how many days a week should a person eat seafood as a protein source?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Twice per week. MyPlate recommends consuming seafood as a protein source at least twice a week for optimal health benefits. Seafood is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals that support heart health and overall well-being. Eating seafood twice a week helps individuals meet their recommended intake of essential nutrients. Choice A (Once per week) is incorrect because consuming seafood only once a week may not provide enough beneficial nutrients to support optimal health. Choice B (Four times per week) is incorrect as consuming seafood too frequently may lead to excessive intake of certain contaminants like mercury. Choice C (Three times per week) is incorrect as it exceeds the recommended frequency according to MyPlate guidelines.
Question 2 of 5
One function of the integumentary system is to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because the integumentary system, which includes the skin, hair, and nails, acts as a protective barrier for internal organs from physical injury, pathogens, and harmful UV radiation. The skin's multiple layers provide a tough, waterproof covering that shields organs underneath. Option A is incorrect because waste excretion is primarily carried out by the urinary system. Option B is incorrect as the production of vitamin C occurs in the liver and some other body tissues, not the integumentary system. Option D is incorrect as the integumentary system helps regulate body temperature through processes like sweating and shivering, rather than directly increasing body temperature.
Question 3 of 5
Nitroglycerin may come in pill form and is taken
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Under the tongue. Nitroglycerin in pill form is typically taken sublingually, which means under the tongue, to quickly enter the bloodstream and provide rapid relief for chest pain associated with angina. By placing it under the tongue, it can be absorbed directly into the bloodstream through the mucous membranes, allowing for faster onset of action. A: Nitroglycerin is not typically taken as injections, as the pill form is more common for oral administration. B: Nitroglycerin is not administered intravenously as it can cause rapid and severe drops in blood pressure. D: Rectal administration of nitroglycerin is not common practice and is not the recommended route for its administration due to slower absorption compared to sublingual administration.
Question 4 of 5
Moving a body part toward the body is called
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Adduction. Adduction refers to the movement of a body part toward the body's midline. This movement reduces the angle between the body part and the midline. It is the opposite of abduction, which is the movement away from the body's midline. Choice A (Addition) is not a term used in anatomy for describing body movements. Choice C (Agitation) is a term unrelated to body movements. Choice D (Abduction) is the opposite movement of what is described in the question. Therefore, the correct choice is B (Adduction) as it aligns with the specific movement described in the question.
Question 5 of 5
One guideline for a nursing assistant who is giving foot care to a resident with diabetes is to
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A because applying products between the toes can lead to moisture buildup, increasing the risk of fungal infections in diabetic patients. This guideline helps prevent complications like athlete's foot. Turning socks over at the tops (B) and using all-nylon socks (C) are not specific to foot care for diabetic patients. Cutting toenails carefully (D) is important but not directly related to diabetic foot care.