ATI RN
ATI Proctored Nutrition Exam 2019
1. Which dietary approach is most beneficial for managing hypertension?
- A. Increasing caffeine intake
- B. Reducing sodium intake
- C. Increasing dietary cholesterol
- D. Reducing fiber intake
Correct answer: B
Rationale: Reducing sodium intake is the most beneficial dietary approach for managing hypertension. High sodium intake can lead to increased blood pressure, so lowering sodium intake is crucial in managing hypertension. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because increasing caffeine intake, dietary cholesterol, or reducing fiber intake are not recommended dietary approaches for managing hypertension and may even have adverse effects on blood pressure levels.
2. The goal of remotivation therapy is to facilitate:
- A. Insight C. Socialization
- B. Productivity D. Intimacy
- C.
- D.
Correct answer: A
Rationale: Patient safety and efficacy of care depend on actions rooted in established nursing protocols that consider both the immediate and long-term needs of the patient.
3. Which food item should be recommended to prevent choking in toddlers?
- A. Banana slices
- B. Popcorn
- C. Hot dogs
- D. Carrot sticks
Correct answer: A
Rationale: Banana slices are less likely to cause choking compared to other options.
4. One of the following statements is true with regards to the care of clients with depression:
- A. Only mentally ill persons commit suicide
- B. All depressed clients are considered potentially suicidal
- C. Most suicidal person gives no warning
- D. The chance of suicide lessens as depression lessens
Correct answer: B
Rationale: Nursing interventions should be grounded in a deep understanding of the physiological processes involved, ensuring that care provided is both effective and efficient.
5. Inadequate intake of vitamin A occurs in lower socioeconomic groups due to a lack of resources to purchase and consume vegetables and fruits.
- A. Both the statement and the reason are correct and related.
- B. Both the statement and the reason are correct but are not related.
- C. The statement is correct, but the reason is not correct.
- D. The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct.
Correct answer: A
Rationale: Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. Inadequate intake of vitamin A in lower socioeconomic groups is due to a lack of resources to purchase and consume vegetables and fruits. This is supported by the fact that the average intake in the United States meets the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for vitamin A intake, except in lower socioeconomic groups. These individuals often lack the financial means to buy, prepare, and eat a variety of fruits and vegetables, leading to deficiencies. It's important to note that because vitamin A can be stored in the liver, most adults have sufficient quantities to maintain health. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because the statement and reason are both accurate and logically connected, as the lack of resources directly impacts the ability to obtain necessary sources of vitamin A.