ATI LPN
14 Nutrition and Fluid Balance Questions
Question 1 of 5
In order to reduce the risk of neural tube defect, women of childbearing age need to consume----------------------of folic acid from fortified foods, supplements, or both, in addition to folate contained in a varied diet.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: 400 mcg of folic acid reduces neural tube defects.
Question 2 of 5
A pt in the ward is a Hindu. You offer a certain food for his meal you not that he will not eat:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Many Hindus follow a vegetarian diet due to religious beliefs, avoiding meat, which makes C the correct answer.
Question 3 of 5
You need increased protein needs when you have
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Protein needs increase during physical stress, injury (for tissue repair), and intense weight training (for muscle growth), so D is correct.
Question 4 of 5
A 15 y/o girl has been under a physicians care for the past years after diagnosis of anorexia nervosa. Her BMI is now 18. On physical examination she has cheilosis. Laboratory studies shows hemoglobin 13.7 g/dl hematocrit 41.0% MCV 88 fL platelet count 191,055/microliter and WBC 4930/microliter. Her serum glucose is 66 mg/dl which of the following nutrient deficiency is most likely to cause her findings?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Cheilosis (cracks at mouth corners) is a classic sign of riboflavin (vitamin B2) deficiency, common in anorexia, making A correct.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following does not have antioxidant property?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Vitamin C, E, and selenium are antioxidants, while zinc supports immune function but is not a primary antioxidant, making A correct.