ATI RN
Nutrition ATI Proctored Exam 2023
1. The GAUGE size in ET tubes determines:
- A. The external circumference of the tube
- B. The internal diameter of the tube
- C. The length of the tube
- D. The tube’s volumetric capacity
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.
2. A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results for a client who has a history of atherosclerosis and notes elevated cholesterol levels. Which of the following statements by the client indicates the nurse should plan follow-up teaching on a low-cholesterol diet?
- A. “I flavor my meat with lemon juice.”
- B. “I eat two eggs for breakfast each morning.”
- C. “I cook my food with canola oil.”
- D. “I take an omega-3 supplement daily.”
Correct answer: “I eat two eggs for breakfast each morning.”
Rationale: The correct answer is B. Eggs are high in cholesterol, so someone with elevated cholesterol levels, especially with a history of atherosclerosis, should be cautious about egg consumption. Choices A, C, and D are not as concerning for cholesterol levels. Lemon juice, canola oil, and omega-3 supplements do not significantly impact cholesterol levels compared to consuming eggs regularly.
3. You are doing bed bath to the client when suddenly, The nursing assistant rushed to the room and tell you that the client from the other room was in Pain. The best intervention in such case is:
- A. Raise the side rails, cover the client and put the call bell within reach and then attend to the client in pain to give the
- B. Tell the nursing assistant to give the pain medication to the client complaining of pain
- C. Tell the nursing assistant to go the client’s room and tell the client to wait
- D. Finish the bed bath quickly then rush to the client in Pain
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. Hypertrophic burn scars are caused by:
- A. exaggerated contraction
- B. random layering of collagen
- C. wound ischemia
- D. delayed epithelialization
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.
5. What is the most important concern immediately after a myocardial infarction?
- A. Reducing cholesterol intake
- B. Allowing cardiac rest for healing
- C. Reducing saturated fat intake
- D. Eating several small meals each day
Correct answer: B
Rationale: Immediately after a myocardial infarction, the primary concern is to allow the heart to rest and heal to prevent further damage. This is why choice B is the correct answer. While choices A, C, and D might be a part of the long-term management plan following a myocardial infarction, they are not the immediate priority. Reducing cholesterol and saturated fat intake, as well as adjusting eating habits can help prevent future heart issues, but do not directly contribute to the immediate recovery post-myocardial infarction.