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ATI Proctored Nutrition Exam Questions
Question 1 of 9
What type of diet would most likely benefit a patient with cystic fibrosis?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Patients with cystic fibrosis often have malabsorption issues, leading to increased energy needs. A high-calorie, high-protein diet is recommended to help meet these needs, support growth, and maintain overall health. Choices A, B, and C do not address the specific dietary requirements associated with cystic fibrosis, making them less beneficial for these patients.
Question 2 of 9
A person who consumes mostly pre-packaged meals is likely consuming too much ____.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 3 of 9
Which of the following body processes is not dependent upon the presence of calcium in the body fluids?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 9
Furosemide (Lasix) is a drug used to _____.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 9
A Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) program would address which element of food service?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) programs are designed to ensure food safety by identifying and controlling potential hazards. This includes addressing the cleaning and disinfecting of utensils to prevent contamination and maintain safe food handling practices. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because HACCP primarily focuses on preventing food safety hazards rather than developing menus, controlling calorie intake, or prescribing diets for specific medical conditions.
Question 6 of 9
What are symptoms of uncontrolled type 1 diabetes?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Increased thirst, urination, and hunger. Uncontrolled type 1 diabetes typically presents with classic symptoms including polydipsia (increased thirst), polyuria (frequent urination), and polyphagia (increased hunger). These symptoms are often accompanied by weight loss due to the body's inability to properly utilize glucose for energy. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not align with the typical symptoms of uncontrolled type 1 diabetes. Depression, anxiety, fatigue, weight gain, macrosomia, food cravings, poor wound healing, blurred vision, and recurrent infections are not primary symptoms associated with uncontrolled type 1 diabetes.
Question 7 of 9
Why are LDLs known as the 'bad' type of cholesterol?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein) is known as the 'bad' type of cholesterol because it deposits cholesterol on the walls of arteries, leading to plaque formation and narrowing of the arteries (atherosclerosis). This narrowing can restrict blood flow and increase the risk of serious cardiovascular conditions. The statement and the reason are directly related because the adherence of LDL to arterial walls and the subsequent narrowing of the lumen are the primary reasons why it is considered detrimental to heart health. Choice B is incorrect because the statement and reason are related. Choice C is incorrect because both the statement and the reason are correct. Choice D is incorrect because the statement correctly identifies LDL as the 'bad' type of cholesterol due to its actions in the arteries.
Question 8 of 9
Each statement is true, except one. Which is the exception?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D. Vitamin D-fortified whole milk should be provided starting at age 1 after discontinuing breast feeding or infant formulas, not at 2 years. Providing whole milk at age 2 is appropriate. Choices A, B, and C are correct statements: infant formulas are typically discontinued around 1 year of age, low-fat milk is not recommended for children under 2 years, and special toddler formulas are unnecessary.
Question 9 of 9
Which foods are the biggest contributors of saturated fats consumed by Americans?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Cheese, pizza, desserts, and chicken. These foods are significant contributors to the intake of saturated fats in the American diet, often found in processed and fast foods. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because while butter, coconut, and palm oils (A) are sources of saturated fats, they are not the biggest contributors in the American diet. Corn oil (B) is a source of unsaturated fats, and meat and milk (C) contain saturated fats but are not the primary contributors compared to cheese, pizza, desserts, and chicken.