ATI RN
ATI Nutrition Proctored Exam 2023
1. Cancers that arise from epithelial tissues are known as:
- A. Leukemias
- B. Myelomas
- C. Carcinomas
- D. Sarcomas
Correct answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Carcinomas. Carcinomas are cancers that originate from epithelial tissues, which are the tissues lining the surfaces of organs and structures in the body. Leukemias (choice A) are cancers of the blood-forming cells, not epithelial tissues. Myelomas (choice B) are cancers that develop in plasma cells in the bone marrow, not epithelial tissues. Sarcomas (choice D) are cancers that arise from connective tissues like bone, cartilage, or muscle, not epithelial tissues. Therefore, choices A, B, and D are incorrect in the context of cancers originating from epithelial tissues.
2. Your alertness to both the physical and emotional needs of clients is based on which of the following philosophical frameworks?
- A. There is a basic similarity among human beings.
- B. All behavior has meaning for communicating a message or need.
- C. Human beings are systems of interdependent and interrelated parts.
- D. Each individual has the potential for growth and change in the direction of positive mental health.
Correct answer: B
Rationale: Nursing interventions should be grounded in a deep understanding of the physiological processes involved, ensuring that care provided is both effective and efficient.
3. Nancy blames God for her situation. She is easily provoked to tears and wants to be left alone, refusing to eat or talk to her family. A religious person before, she now refuses to pray or go to church stating that God has abandoned her. The nurse understands that Nancy is grieving for her self and is in the stage of:
- A. bargaining
- B. denial
- C. anger
- D. acceptance
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.
4. A nurse is completing a nutritional assessment of an adult female client. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client is at an increased risk of developing cancer?
- A. Eats at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables daily.
- B. Eats 6 servings of whole grains daily.
- C. Limits alcohol consumption to 2 drinks per day.
- D. Limits red meat intake to 3oz per day.
Correct answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C because limiting alcohol consumption to 2 drinks per day is still above the recommended limit for reducing cancer risk. The recommended limit for women is 1 drink per day to lower the risk of developing cancer. Choices A, B, and D are not indicative of an increased risk of developing cancer as they all align with a healthy diet and lifestyle, which can actually help reduce the risk of cancer.
5. When taking a blood pressure reading, where should the cuff be positioned?
- A. The cuff should be deflated fully before immediately starting a second reading for the same patient
- B. The cuff should be deflated quickly after being inflated to 180 mmHg
- C. The cuff should be large enough to wrap around the upper arm of the adult patient, positioned 1 cm above the brachial artery
- D. The cuff should be inflated to 30 mmHg above the estimated systolic BP based on palpation of the radial or brachial artery
Correct answer: D
Rationale: When measuring blood pressure, the cuff should be inflated to 30 mmHg above the estimated systolic blood pressure based on palpation of the radial or brachial artery. This ensures an accurate blood pressure measurement. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect. Deflating the cuff fully before starting a second reading (Choice A) does not directly relate to the position of the cuff during a reading. Deflating the cuff quickly after inflating to 180 mmHg (Choice B) is not recommended because it can potentially lead to inaccurate readings. While ensuring the cuff is large enough to wrap around the upper arm positioned 1 cm above the brachial artery is important (Choice C), this alone does not guarantee an accurate blood pressure reading. The correct inflation based on palpation is the key element for accuracy, which is why Choice D is correct.