ATI RN
ATI Nutrition Practice Test B 2019
1. Which of the following vaccines is not done by intramuscular (IM) injection?
- A. Measles vaccine C. Hepa-B vaccine
- B. DPT D. Tetanus toxoids
- C.
- D.
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.
2. A nurse in a prenatal clinic is educating a client about expected changes during pregnancy. The nurse should instruct the client about which change during pregnancy is related to the slowing of the gastrointestinal tract?
- A. Diarrhea
- B. Constipation
- C. Decreased absorption of iron
- D. Decreased absorption of calcium
Correct answer: B
Rationale: During pregnancy, the hormonal changes can lead to the slowing down of the gastrointestinal tract, causing constipation. This occurs due to increased progesterone levels, which relax smooth muscles, including those in the intestines, leading to slower bowel movements. Diarrhea is not typically associated with the slowing of the gastrointestinal tract during pregnancy. While there may be changes in the absorption of nutrients like iron and calcium, they are not directly related to the slowing of the gastrointestinal tract.
3. In conducting a cleansing enema, how does the nurse position the client?
- A. Right lateral position
- B. Left lateral position
- C. Right Sim's position
- D. Left Sim's position
Correct answer: B
Rationale: In preparing a patient for a cleansing enema, the nurse typically positions the patient in the left lateral position. This position allows for the best flow of the solution due to the anatomical configuration of the colon. The right lateral position, right Sim's position, and left Sim's position are not typically used for this procedure. The rationale provided initially is incorrect as it pertains to lung expansion and postural drainage, which are not relevant to a cleansing enema procedure.
4. The major determinant of a person's total cholesterol levels is the amount of cholesterol in their diet.
- A. True
- B. False
- C.
- D.
Correct answer: B
Rationale: It is false that the major determinant of a person's total cholesterol levels is the amount of cholesterol in their diet. While dietary cholesterol can have some impact on total cholesterol levels, it is not the major determinant. The amount and types of fats consumed, particularly saturated and trans fats, have a more significant impact on blood cholesterol levels. Therefore, a diet high in these types of fats can lead to high cholesterol, irrespective of the amount of dietary cholesterol consumed. This is why it is essential to maintain a balanced diet with a limited intake of saturated and trans fats.
5. To successfully complete the tasks of older adulthood, an 85 year old who has been a widow for 25 years should be encouraged to:
- A. Invest her creative energies in promoting social welfare
- B. Redefine her role in the society and offer something and offer something of value
- C. Feel a sense of satisfaction in reflecting on her productive life
- D. Look to recapture the opportunities that were never started or completed
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.