ATI RN
ATI N100 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed a mechanical soft diet. Which food choice would be appropriate for this client to have included in their diet?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Ground beef is tender and easy to chew, suitable for a mechanical soft diet designed for chewing difficulties.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postoperative following a subtotal thyroidectomy. This morning's labs show a calcium level of 3 mg/dL (9-10.5 mg/dL). Which assessment would the nurse anticipate to be positive?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chvostek's sign is a clinical indicator of hypocalcemia, where tapping on the facial nerve causes twitching of the facial muscles. With the client's calcium level of 3 mg/dL, which is significantly low, Chvostek's sign would likely be positive.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client who needs to be on a soft diet. When teaching the client about what he can eat, the nurse should include what food would be indicated in this type of diet?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Mashed potatoes are tender and easy to chew, ideal for a soft diet designed for digestive ease.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is teaching a client about foods that are included on a clear liquid diet. Which food choice would be appropriate for this client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Popsicles are transparent and free of solids, making them suitable for a clear liquid diet.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postoperative following a subtotal thyroidectomy. This morning's labs show a calcium level of 3 mg/dL (9-10.5 mg/dL). Which assessment would the nurse anticipate to be positive?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Chvostek's sign, indicating hypocalcemia, is expected with a low calcium level of 3 mg/dL, causing facial muscle twitching.