ATI LPN
LPN ATI Fundamental Exam Paredes Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
The body's use of protein and muscle breakdown to combat starvation is known as:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Marasmus involves total calorie deficiency, leading to muscle and protein breakdown.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse consults with a patient who is a vegan and stresses that this diet puts the patient at risk for
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Vegans risk iron deficiency due to the absence of heme iron from animal sources.
Question 3 of 5
A patient admitted to the acute care facility through the emergency department has jewelry and a large amount of money. The most efficient intervention for these valuables would be:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Locking valuables in the agency safe ensures security and follows facility protocol.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is assisting with teaching a class about the process of digestion. The nurse should include that food is transported through the gastrointestinal tract starting from which of the following locations?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Digestion begins in the mouth with chewing and salivary enzymes.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse uses a chart to show an obese patient who is trying to lose weight by counting the calories that each gram of carbohydrate supplies _ calories.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Each gram of carbohydrate provides 4 calories, key for weight loss planning.