ATI RN
ATI Nutrition Proctored Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following has the greatest effect on an increase in body weight?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Total kilocalories have the greatest effect on body weight as they represent the overall energy intake from all macronutrients combined. While the consumption of specific macronutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats can affect weight management, the total calories consumed play the most significant role in determining body weight. Therefore, choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they focus on individual macronutrients rather than the overall energy balance provided by total kilocalories.
Question 2 of 5
Increasing the variety of foods often prevents nutrient excesses and toxicities. A dietary change to eliminate or increase intake of one specific food or nutrient usually alters the intake of other nutrients.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The first statement is false because increasing the variety of foods actually helps prevent nutrient excesses and toxicities. The second statement is true because making a dietary change to eliminate or increase the intake of a specific food or nutrient often leads to alterations in the intake of other nutrients. Choice A is incorrect because the first statement is false. Choice B is incorrect because the second statement is true. Choice C is incorrect because the first statement is false, even though the second statement is true.
Question 3 of 5
Each of the following accurately describes aspects of the dietary reference intakes (DRIs) published by the Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine (IOM) except one. Which one is the exception?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C. DRIs do not specifically address individuals with disease states; they are intended for the general healthy population. Choice A is correct because DRIs indeed replace the older recommended daily allowances. Choice B is correct as current DRIs aim to estimate required nutrients to enhance long-term health. Choice D is accurate as DRIs also attempt to establish maximum safe levels of tolerance for nutrients.
Question 4 of 5
Which set of guidelines is intended to assess nutrient adequacy or plan intakes of population groups, not individuals?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Estimated Average Requirement (EAR) is specifically designed to assess nutrient adequacy or plan intakes for population groups, not for individuals. The Old and New Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) are meant for individuals, not groups, as they provide guidelines for specific nutrient intake levels for healthy individuals. The Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) is used to set the highest level of nutrient intake that is likely to pose no risk of adverse health effects for most individuals in a group, which is different from assessing nutrient adequacy for groups.
Question 5 of 5
Each of the following accurately describes features of MyPlate except one. Which one is the exception?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because MyPlate actually provides more specific guidance compared to MyPyramid. MyPlate was designed to simplify the dietary recommendations for consumers by focusing on a visual representation of a plate divided into food groups, making it easier to understand and apply. Choices A, B, and D accurately describe features of MyPlate: replacing MyPyramid, providing personalized dietary guidance through an interactive website, and grouping foods with similar nutrients while emphasizing proportionality of food selections.