ATI RN
ATI Proctored Nutrition Exam 2019
1. Induction of vomiting is indicated for the accidental poisoning patient who has ingested.
- A. Rust remover C. toilet bowl cleaner
- B. Gasoline D. aspirin
- C.
- D.
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. During which step of the nursing process does the nurse analyze data related to the patient's health status?
- A. Assessment
- B. Implementation
- C. Diagnosis
- D. Evaluation
Correct answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is 'Assessment.' During the assessment phase of the nursing process, the nurse collects and analyzes data related to the patient's health status. This involves gathering information through various means such as patient interviews, physical examinations, and reviewing medical records. Choice B, 'Implementation,' refers to the phase where the nurse carries out the planned interventions. Choices C and D, 'Diagnosis' and 'Evaluation,' come after the assessment phase in the nursing process.
3. A client with hypertension is being educated by a nurse about a heart-healthy diet. Which of the following statements indicates that the client understands the teaching?
- A. I will get 15% of my total daily calories from saturated fats.
- B. I will decrease the potassium in my diet.
- C. I will limit my daily sodium intake to 3 grams.
- D. I will eat five 8-ounce servings of fruit daily.
Correct answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C. Limiting daily sodium intake to 3 grams is crucial in managing blood pressure and is a fundamental aspect of a heart-healthy diet. High sodium intake can contribute to hypertension and cardiovascular issues. Choices A, B, and D are incorrect because getting 15% of daily calories from saturated fats, decreasing potassium intake, and eating five servings of fruit do not directly address the management of hypertension through sodium restriction.
4. Proteolytic enzymes are most likely to break down which food type?
- A. Carbohydrates
- B. Proteins
- C. Fats
- D. Lipids
Correct answer: B
Rationale: Proteolytic enzymes target proteins for breakdown into amino acids. Carbohydrates are broken down by enzymes like amylase, while fats are broken down by lipase. Lipids, which include fats, are not specifically targeted by proteolytic enzymes.
5. The recommended treatment modality in clients with obsessive-compulsive disorder is:
- A. Psychotherapy
- B. Behavior therapy
- C. Aversion therapy
- D. Psychoanalysis
Correct answer: B
Rationale: The recommended treatment modality for clients with obsessive-compulsive disorder is Behavior Therapy, not Psychoanalysis. Behavior therapy, specifically exposure and response prevention, is considered the first-line treatment for OCD. This therapy focuses on changing the patterns of behavior that contribute to the disorder. Psychotherapy, although beneficial in some cases, is not as effective as behavior therapy for OCD. Aversion therapy involves associating a stimulus with a negative outcome to reduce the frequency of a specific behavior, which is not the primary approach for OCD.