ATI RN
ATI N100 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing dietary teaching for a client who takes furosemide (Lasix), a loop diuretic. The nurse should recommend which of the food is a great source of potassium?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Baked potatoes are an excellent source of potassium. A medium-sized baked potato with the skin can provide a significant amount of potassium, which is essential for maintaining normal heart function and muscle contraction.
Question 2 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 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 an appropriate choice for a soft diet as they are easy to chew and swallow. A soft diet typically includes foods that are tender, moist, and easy to digest.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is performing an admission assessment on a client. Which finding should the nurse identify as an indication that the client is dehydrated?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Increased urine specific gravity indicates dehydration as the kidneys concentrate urine to conserve water, a reliable marker of reduced hydration status.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is calculating a client's body mass index (BMI). Which of the following information does the nurse require?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: BMI calculation requires height and weight (kg/m²), making height essential for accurate assessment.