ATI RN
ATI Nutrition Practice A
1. What is the medical term for a persistent, abnormal distortion of taste?
- A. Anosmia
- B. Dysgeusia
- C. Xerostomia
- D. Hypogeusia
Correct answer: B: Dysgeusia
Rationale: The correct answer is Dysgeusia, which is a persistent and abnormal distortion of the sense of taste. This condition can be triggered by various factors such as medications or certain diseases. Anosmia, choice A, refers to the loss of the sense of smell, not taste. Xerostomia, choice C, is the medical term for dry mouth, which is not specifically related to a distortion of taste. Hypogeusia, choice D, refers to a reduced ability to taste things, which is not the same as a distortion of the sense of taste.
2. The nurse is caring for an infant whose parent reports the infant takes a bottle to go to sleep. What should the nurse instruct to prevent baby bottle tooth decay?
- A. Water
- B. Milk
- C. Iron-fortified formula
- D. Unsweetened fruit juice
Correct answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A, Water. Water is recommended to prevent baby bottle tooth decay caused by sugary substances present in milk, formula, or fruit juice. Water does not contain sugars that can contribute to tooth decay, unlike the other options. Milk, formula, and unsweetened fruit juice can all lead to tooth decay if the baby falls asleep with them in their mouth, as the sugars can linger on the teeth and cause decay over time. Iron-fortified formula, although beneficial for the infant's nutrition, still contains sugars that can be harmful to the teeth.
3. During the Emergent phase of a burn, the most fatal electrolyte imbalance in a burned client is:
- A. Hypokalemia
- B. Hyperkalemia
- C. Hypernatremia
- D. Hyponatremia
Correct answer: A
Rationale: During the Emergent phase of burns, the most fatal electrolyte imbalance is Hypokalemia. This is due to the shift of potassium from the intracellular space to the extracellular space, leading to low potassium levels in the blood. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because Hyperkalemia, Hypernatremia, and Hyponatremia are not typically associated with the Emergent phase of burns and do not pose the same level of risk as Hypokalemia in this context.
4. The dietary guidelines for Americans recommend consuming:
- A. nutrient dense foods
- B. non-essential amino acids
- C. energy dense foods
- D. organically grown foods
Correct answer: A
Rationale: The guidelines emphasize nutrient-dense foods that provide essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients without excessive calories, sugars, or unhealthy fats.
5. A diet high in which nutrient can lead to increased risk of developing kidney stones?
- A. Fiber
- B. Protein
- C. Carbohydrates
- D. Unsaturated fats
Correct answer: B
Rationale: High protein intake can increase the risk of kidney stones due to elevated calcium excretion.