ATI RN
Nutrition ATI Test
1. A client who 1) _____ diet requires 2) ___ amounts of vitamin C.
- A. A) Follows a vegan diet, B) More
- B. B) Smokes cigarettes, B) More
- C. A) Follows a vegan diet, C) The same
- D. B) Smokes cigarettes, C) The same
Correct answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B) Smokes cigarettes, More. Smoking increases the need for vitamin C as it can deplete the body's vitamin C levels. Vegan diets, on the other hand, require more vitamin C for optimal absorption due to the absence of heme iron, which enhances non-heme iron absorption. Choices A and C are incorrect because vegan diets require more vitamin C, while smoking increases the need for vitamin C.
2. Which best describes the role of a community health nurse in promoting health?
- A. Advocating for health policy changes
- B. Providing direct care to individuals and families
- C. Educating the community about healthy lifestyles
- D. Conducting research on community health issues
Correct answer: A
Rationale: A community health nurse plays a vital role in promoting health by advocating for health policy changes. By advocating for policy changes that support healthy environments, access to care, and addressing social determinants of health, community health nurses work towards improving the overall health and well-being of the community they serve. While providing direct care to individuals and families, educating the community about healthy lifestyles, and conducting research on community health issues are important aspects of nursing practice, advocating for health policy changes has a broader impact on population health outcomes.
3. A healthcare provider is educating a group of new parents about immunizations. The provider should instruct the parents that the series for which of the following vaccines is completed prior to the first birthday?
- A. Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine
- B. Meningococcal conjugate vaccine
- C. Varicella vaccine
- D. Rotavirus vaccine
Correct answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D, Rotavirus vaccine. The series for the Rotavirus vaccine is completed prior to the first birthday as it is only administered to infants less than 8 months of age. This vaccine provides protection against severe diarrhea and vomiting caused by rotavirus infection, which is common in infants and young children. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because the series for these vaccines extends beyond the first birthday. Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine and Meningococcal conjugate vaccine are typically given in multiple doses up to 2 years of age, while the Varicella vaccine is usually administered between 12 to 15 months of age.
4. A nurse is caring for a client with heart failure receiving digoxin. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
- A. Heart rate 60/min.
- B. Blood pressure 110/70 mm Hg.
- C. Serum potassium 4 mEq/L.
- D. Blood pressure 120/80 mm Hg.
Correct answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B. A blood pressure of 110/70 mm Hg is a finding that the nurse should report to the provider when caring for a client with heart failure receiving digoxin. Digoxin can cause hypotension, so a low blood pressure reading should be reported promptly to the provider for further evaluation and management. Choices A, C, and D are within normal ranges and would not require immediate reporting. A heart rate of 60/min is considered normal, but any further decrease should be monitored. A serum potassium level of 4 mEq/L is also within the normal range. A blood pressure of 120/80 mm Hg is typically considered normal as well.
5. A nurse is providing dietary teaching to a client who has chronic pancreatitis. Which of the following foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid?
- A. Baked chicken
- B. Grilled salmon
- C. Steamed broccoli
- D. Fried foods
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Clients with chronic pancreatitis should avoid fried foods because they are high in fat, which can exacerbate symptoms and lead to further complications. Baked chicken (choice A), grilled salmon (choice B), and steamed broccoli (choice C) are generally healthier options and can be included in a low-fat diet suitable for individuals with chronic pancreatitis.