ATI RN
Nutrition ATI Proctored Exam
1. Which of the following statements is correct about MyPlate?
- A. Canned fruit can be considered part of the fruit group
- B. Soymilk is considered part of the dairy group
- C. Beans and peas are considered part of both the protein group and the vegetable group
- D. Cream cheese and butter are not part of the dairy group
Correct answer: C
Rationale: According to the MyPlate guide, beans and peas are classified as part of both the protein and vegetable groups due to their high protein content and the nutrients they share with vegetables. This makes Choice C correct. Choice A is incorrect as canned fruit can be part of the fruit group if it's canned in water or 100% fruit juice. Soymilk is considered part of the dairy group, making Choice B incorrect. While cream cheese and butter are dairy products, they are not part of the dairy group on MyPlate because they contain little to no calcium, making Choice D incorrect.
2. The small intestine is comprised of the cecum, colon, and rectum. The large intestine includes the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.
- A. Both statements are true
- B. Both statements are false
- C. The first statement is true; the second is false
- D. The first statement is false; the second is true
Correct answer: B
Rationale: Both statements are false. The small intestine consists of the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum, while the large intestine includes the cecum, colon, and rectum.
3. Without enough calcium, both males and females are at risk of osteoporosis.
- A. TRUE
- B. FALSE
- C.
- D.
Correct answer: A
Rationale: The statement is true. Both males and females are at risk of developing osteoporosis if they do not consume enough calcium. Calcium is essential for maintaining strong bones, and inadequate intake can lead to bone density loss and increase the risk of osteoporosis. Therefore, it is crucial for individuals of all genders to ensure they have an adequate calcium intake to support bone health. Choice B is incorrect because osteoporosis is a condition that can affect both males and females.
4. Tony is to be discharged in the afternoon of the same day after tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy. You, as the RN, will make sure that the family knows to:
- A. offer pureed foods
- B. offer soft foods for a week to minimize discomfort while swallowing
- C. supplement his diet with Vitamin C-rich foods to enhance healing
- D. offer clear liquids for 3 days to prevent irritation
Correct answer: B
Rationale: After tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy, it is crucial to provide soft foods for a week to minimize discomfort while swallowing. This helps prevent irritation to the surgical site and allows for easier healing. Offering pureed foods (Choice A) may not be necessary as soft foods are usually sufficient. While Vitamin C is beneficial for healing, it is not necessary to supplement it immediately after surgery with Vitamin C-rich juices (Choice C). Clear liquids are typically recommended before surgery and not after, as the focus shifts to soft foods to aid in recovery, making Choice D incorrect.
5. What are symptoms of uncontrolled type 1 diabetes?
- A. Depression, anxiety, and fatigue
- B. Increased thirst, urination, and hunger
- C. Weight gain, macrosomia, and food cravings
- D. Poor wound healing, blurred vision, and recurrent infections
Correct answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Increased thirst, urination, and hunger. Uncontrolled type 1 diabetes typically presents with classic symptoms including polydipsia (increased thirst), polyuria (frequent urination), and polyphagia (increased hunger). These symptoms are often accompanied by weight loss due to the body's inability to properly utilize glucose for energy. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not align with the typical symptoms of uncontrolled type 1 diabetes. Depression, anxiety, fatigue, weight gain, macrosomia, food cravings, poor wound healing, blurred vision, and recurrent infections are not primary symptoms associated with uncontrolled type 1 diabetes.