ATI RN
Nutrition and Fluid Balance Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which body fluid is the fluid within the cells, constituting about 70% of the total body water?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Intracellular fluid (ICF) is inside cells and makes up ~70% of total body water.
Question 2 of 5
A patient has metabolic (nonrespiratory) acidosis. What type of respirations would be assessed?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Metabolic acidosis triggers compensatory hyperventilation (increased depth and rate) to expel CO2.
Question 3 of 5
A patient has a decreased potassium level. What high-potassium foods would the nurse teach the patient to eat?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Oranges, bananas, and broccoli are rich in potassium.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following locations might the nurse use to assess the condition of an insertion site for a central venous access device?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Central venous catheters are often placed near the jugular vein, making it a key assessment site.
Question 5 of 5
A patient scheduled for surgery has arranged for an autologous transfusion. What type of blood transfusion is this?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Autologous transfusion uses the patient's own pre-donated blood.