ATI RN
ATI RN Nutrition Online Practice 2019
1. Aling Maria is nearing menopause. She is habitually taking cola and coffee for the past 20 years. You should tell Aling Maria to avoid taking caffeinated beverages because:
- A. It is stimulating
- B. It will cause nervousness and insomnia
- C. It will contribute to additional bone demineralization
- D. It will cause tachycardia and arrhythmias
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Understanding the underlying pathology and therapeutic techniques ensures that nursing care is not only reactive but also preventative, reducing the risk of complications.
2. Which statement does not describe a potential role of minerals in the body?
- A. they provide calories and energy to the body
- B. they help maintain fluid balance in the body
- C. they give teeth and bone their strength
- D. they help muscles contract
Correct answer: A
Rationale: Minerals do not provide calories or energy; instead, they play various roles such as building strong bones and teeth, maintaining fluid balance, and supporting muscle contractions.
3. The most common causative agent of Pyelonephritis in hospitalized patient attributed to prolonged catheterization is said to be:
- A. E. Coli C. Pseudomonas
- B. Klebsiella D. Staphylococcus
- C.
- D.
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Effective nursing care involves comprehensive assessments that address all aspects of a patient's condition, ensuring that interventions are appropriately targeted and outcomes are optimized.
4. A nurse is preparing to administer a gavage feeding via a nasogastric tube to a preterm newborn who is receiving supplemental oxygen. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
- A. Stabilize the tube with tape to the newborn’s cheek.
- B. Remove supplemental oxygen during the feeding.
- C. Measure the stomach aspirate prior to the feeding.
- D. Place the newborn on their left side for 30 minutes after the feeding.
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Measuring the stomach aspirate prior to the feeding is crucial to ensure the correct placement and function of the nasogastric tube. This step helps prevent complications such as aspiration or improper feeding. Choice A is incorrect as stabilizing the tube with tape to the newborn’s cheek can cause discomfort and skin irritation. Choice B is incorrect because removing supplemental oxygen during the feeding may compromise the newborn's respiratory status. Choice D is incorrect because placing the newborn on their left side for 30 minutes after the feeding is not a standard practice and is unnecessary for administering gavage feeding.
5. A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for a low-sodium diet. The client’s family has requested to bring in some of the client’s favorite foods. Which of the following food items should the nurse tell the family members to omit?
- A. Boiled rice
- B. Flat bread
- C. Broiled fish fillet
- D. Pickled vegetables
Correct answer: Pickled vegetables
Rationale: The correct answer is 'Pickled vegetables.' Pickled vegetables are high in sodium due to the pickling process, making them unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Boiled rice, flat bread, and broiled fish fillet are generally lower in sodium compared to pickled vegetables and can be included in a low-sodium diet. Therefore, the nurse should advise the family to omit pickled vegetables to adhere to the client's dietary restrictions.