ATI RN
ATI RN Nutrition Online Practice 2019 Questions
Question 1 of 9
The nurse is educating a client about foods high in antioxidants A and C. Which breakfast items chosen by the client would indicate that the education was sufficient?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hard-boiled eggs, cantaloupe, and orange juice are high in antioxidants A and C.
Question 2 of 9
During the first six months of lactation, a breastfeeding mother is advised to consume how many extra kcalories per day to meet energy needs?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A breastfeeding mother is advised to consume an additional 330 kcalories per day during the first six months to support milk production and meet increased energy needs.
Question 3 of 9
How much extra protein (above RDA) is safe to consume?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Consuming up to twice the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) of protein is generally considered safe for most people, although it may vary depending on individual health conditions.
Question 4 of 9
What intervention would be most appropriate for a patient who has difficulty eating because of chewing problems?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Providing soft foods is crucial for patients with chewing difficulties to ensure they can consume adequate nutrition without discomfort.
Question 5 of 9
For a client with metabolic syndrome, which dietary change is most beneficial?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Decreasing trans fats helps manage metabolic syndrome by improving lipid profiles.
Question 6 of 9
Which medical problem is not generally associated with malnutrition?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Incontinence is not typically associated with malnutrition, whereas conditions like pressure sores and celiac disease are directly linked to nutritional deficiencies and malabsorption.
Question 7 of 9
The PEM in which children ages 18-24 months display edema of the extremities, torso, and face, fatty liver, sparse yellow hair, and receive adequate kilocalories but not enough high-quality proteins is called?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Kwashiorkor is a form of severe malnutrition characterized by edema, fatty liver, and other symptoms, typically resulting from inadequate protein intake despite adequate calorie intake.
Question 8 of 9
Which vitamin deficiency is most likely to be associated with increased risk of macular degeneration?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Vitamin E is an antioxidant that helps protect eye health and prevent macular degeneration.
Question 9 of 9
The PACU nurse will maintain postoperative T and A client in what position?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Nursing interventions should be grounded in a deep understanding of the physiological processes involved, ensuring that care provided is both effective and efficient.