ATI RN
ATI Proctored Nutrition Exam
1. Sam is trying to lose weight by skipping lunch. By the middle of the afternoon, Sam is very uncomfortable and feels that they "have" to eat. Sam is experiencing:
- A. appetite
- B. satiety
- C. satiation
- D. hunger
Correct answer: D
Rationale: Hunger is the physiological need to eat, which Sam is experiencing due to skipping a meal and the body signaling the need for nutrients.
2. Patients with this chronic nutrient deficiency may feel tired, weak, and irritable while being unable to pinpoint why. Hypertension, heart attack, stroke, kidney stones, and osteoporosis are associated with the chronic deficiency of which nutrient?
- A. Zinc
- B. Iron
- C. Sodium
- D. Potassium
Correct answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Potassium. Chronic potassium deficiency can lead to hypertension, heart attack, stroke, kidney stones, and osteoporosis. Patients experiencing this deficiency may feel tired, weak, and irritable without knowing the cause. Choice A (Zinc) is incorrect as zinc deficiency presents with different symptoms. Choice B (Iron) deficiency is associated with anemia symptoms, not the conditions listed. Choice C (Sodium) deficiency typically manifests as muscle cramps, weakness, and confusion, not the conditions described in the question.
3. A nurse is reviewing the medication administration record for a client who is 2 days postoperative following abdominal surgery. The nurse should recognize that which of the following medications places the client at risk for wound dehiscence?
- A. Omeprazole
- B. Zolmitriptan
- C. Prednisone
- D. Verapamil
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Corrected Rationale: Prednisone is a corticosteroid that can impair wound healing and increase the risk of wound dehiscence. Omeprazole (Choice A) is a proton pump inhibitor used to reduce stomach acid production and does not directly impact wound healing. Zolmitriptan (Choice B) is a medication used to treat migraines and does not affect wound healing. Verapamil (Choice D) is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure and certain heart conditions, and it does not pose a significant risk for wound dehiscence.
4. Which nutrient deficiency are people who regularly take prescription drugs such as steroids and diuretics at risk for?
- A. Potassium
- B. Selenium
- C. Iodine
- D. Chloride
Correct answer: Potassium
Rationale: Regular intake of prescription drugs like steroids and diuretics can lead to the loss of potassium in the body, causing a condition known as hypokalemia. Therefore, people on these medications require careful monitoring and often need potassium supplementation to prevent this deficiency. The other options, selenium, iodine, and chloride, are incorrect because there is no specific link between their deficiency and the regular use of steroids and diuretics.
5. The home health nurse visits older adult clients at an assisted living center. Which foods should the nurse recommend to correct the main nutrient deficits for this population?
- A. Carbohydrates
- B. Oily fish and krill oil
- C. Yellow vegetables
- D. Dairy products
Correct answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Dairy products. Older adults are often deficient in calcium and vitamin D, which are abundant in dairy products. These nutrients are essential for maintaining bone health. Choice A (Carbohydrates) is incorrect because while carbohydrates are an essential nutrient, they are not specifically addressing the main nutrient deficits for older adults. Choice B (Oily fish and krill oil) is incorrect as these foods are sources of omega-3 fatty acids and not specifically addressing the main nutrient deficits common in older adults. Choice C (Yellow vegetables) is incorrect because although vegetables are important for overall health, they do not directly address the main nutrient deficits typically seen in older adults.