for patients with hypertension which dietary change is most recommended

ATI RN

ATI Nutrition Practice A

1. For patients with hypertension, which dietary change is most recommended?

A. Increase salt intake
B. Reduce fiber intake
C. Increase potassium intake
D. Reduce sugar intake

Correct answer: C

Rationale: Increasing potassium intake can help reduce blood pressure in hypertensive patients.

2. Nurse Minette needs to schedule a first home visit to OB client Leah. When is a first home-care visit typically made?

A. Within 4 days after discharge
B. Within 24 hours after discharge
C. Within 1 hour after discharge
D. Within 1 week of discharge

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.

3. What symptoms would most likely be associated with a transient ischemic attack?

A. confusion and difficulty speaking
B. headache and blurred vision
C. chest pain and pressure
D. claudication and peripheral edema

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: confusion and difficulty speaking. These symptoms are commonly associated with a transient ischemic attack (TIA), which is a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain. Choice B, headache and blurred vision, are more indicative of other conditions such as migraines or eye problems. Choice C, chest pain and pressure, are more characteristic of cardiac issues like a heart attack. Choice D, claudication and peripheral edema, are typical of peripheral arterial disease and not typically seen in TIAs.

4. Can a person with Celiac disease eat Poptarts that contain gluten?

A. Yes
B. No
C. Only in small quantities
D. Only if they are gluten-free Poptarts

Correct answer: B

Rationale: A person with Celiac disease cannot consume Poptarts that contain gluten because gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye, triggering an autoimmune response in individuals with Celiac disease and damaging their small intestine. Even small quantities of gluten can lead to this harmful response, making choices 'A' and 'C' incorrect. While gluten-free Poptarts may be suitable for individuals with Celiac disease, regular Poptarts containing gluten are not safe for consumption by them, rendering choice 'D' incorrect as well.

5. A nurse is providing teaching about formula feeding to the parents of an infant. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include?

A. Formula that remains in the bottle should not be used for one more feeding.
B. Formula should be changed to whole milk when the infant is 12 months old.
C. If the infant is gaining weight too rapidly, do not dilute the formula.
D. If the infant turns away after taking most of the feeding, stop the feeding.

Correct answer: D

Rationale: If the infant turns away after taking most of the feeding, it indicates they are full, and continuing to feed may lead to overfeeding. Choice A is incorrect because it is not safe to use formula that remains in the bottle for another feeding due to the risk of bacterial contamination. Choice B is incorrect as whole milk should be introduced after the infant is 12 months old, not 9 months old. Choice C is incorrect as diluting formula can compromise the infant's nutrition and should not be done without healthcare provider guidance.