ATI RN
ATI Nutrition Practice Test B 2019
1. Which of the following terms refers to weakness of both legs and the lower part of the trunk?
- A. Paraparesis
- B. Hemiplegia
- C. Quadriparesis
- D. Paraplegia
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.
2. The component that should receive the highest priority before physical examination is the:
- A. Psychological preparation of the client
- B. Physical Preparation of the client
- C. Preparation of the Environment
- D. Preparation of the Equipments
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.
3. Scurvy is caused by a deficiency of which vitamin?
- A. Vitamin A
- B. Vitamin D
- C. Vitamin E
- D. Vitamin K
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Scurvy is caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, not vitamin E. The symptoms of scurvy include spontaneous gingival hemorrhaging, perifollicular petechiae, follicular hyperkeratosis, diarrhea, fatigue, depression, and cessation of bone growth. Vitamin A (Choice A) is important for vision and immune function, Vitamin D (Choice B) is essential for bone health, and Vitamin K (Choice D) is necessary for blood clotting. However, none of these vitamins are associated with scurvy.
4. The nurse is caring for a client taking warfarin. Which meal brought in by the client's family is a priority to remove before the client eats it?
- A. Oriental cabbage salad with chicken
- B. Beef enchilada, rice, and beans
- C. Ham and cheese sandwich
- D. Macaroni salad and grapefruit slices
Correct answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C. Ham is high in vitamin K, which can interfere with warfarin. Vitamin K can decrease the effectiveness of warfarin, an anticoagulant medication. Choices A, B, and D do not contain high levels of vitamin K and are less likely to interfere with the client's warfarin therapy.
5. Based on universally-accepted color codes, what color would you expect a tank containing nitrous oxide (laughing gas) to have?
- A. Red
- B. Blue
- C. Green
- D. Orange
Correct answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Red. In the medical field, tanks containing nitrous oxide (laughing gas) are typically color-coded with a specific color for easy identification. Nitrous oxide tanks are commonly labeled with a red color code. This color-coding system helps healthcare providers quickly and accurately identify the contents of the tanks, reducing the risk of errors in administering gases to patients. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because the universally-accepted color for nitrous oxide tanks is red, not blue, green, or orange.