ATI Nutrition Proctored Exam Review 2026 | Most Tested
Questions & Verified Answers | Graded A+
1. Good food sources of vitamin B12 are
Milk and milk products
Meats
Whole grains.
Leafy green vegetables
2. Vegetarians may be advised to eat foods high in _____________ to increase iron
absorption from plant sources.
magnesium
vitamin B12
vitamin C
zinc
3. Describe the significance of folic acid in the diet and its primary food
sources.
Folic acid is important for muscle growth and is mainly found in red
meat.
Folic acid is essential for DNA synthesis and repair, and is primarily
found in leafy greens, legumes, and fortified cereals.
Folic acid is necessary for calcium absorption and is found in dairy
products.
Folic acid is a type of protein found in fish and eggs.
,4. If a meal contains 30 grams of protein, how many calories from protein does
it contribute to the total caloric intake?
150 calories
100 calories
120 calories
90 calories
5. What is the recommended weight gain range for an overweight patient
during pregnancy?
15-25 pounds
25-35 pounds
30-40 pounds
10-20 pounds
6. If a patient with hypertension is advised to reduce sodium intake, which
dietary change would be most effective?
Add more salt to meals.
Increase intake of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Consume more whole grains.
Limit consumption of processed foods.
7. Describe how the Somogyi phenomenon affects blood sugar levels in
diabetic patients.
It leads to consistently low blood sugar levels throughout the day.
It results in stable blood sugar levels without fluctuations.
, It causes blood sugar levels to spike after a period of low blood
sugar due to hormonal responses.
It causes blood sugar levels to drop continuously.
8. Describe the symptoms commonly associated with vitamin C deficiency.
Symptoms include hair loss and skin rashes.
Symptoms include increased appetite and weight gain.
Symptoms include excessive thirst and frequent urination.
Symptoms of vitamin C deficiency include fatigue, swollen gums,
and joint pain.
9. Proteins provide ___ calories (kcals) per gram from foods.
9
6
7
4
10. Why is it important for nurses to focus on nutrition in cancer patients?
Nutrition should only be considered after treatment.
Nutrition is less important than medication adherence.
Nutrition has no impact on cancer recovery.
Nutrition supports overall health and can improve treatment
outcomes.
11. What types of food are included in a lacto ovo vegetarian diet?
Meat and fish
, Only grains and legumes
Only fruits and vegetables
Dairy products and eggs
12. Describe how vitamin C can influence the absorption of iron in a vegetarian
diet.
Vitamin C enhances the absorption of non-heme iron found in
plant sources.
Vitamin C is only important for vitamin B12 absorption.
Vitamin C decreases the absorption of iron from all sources.
Vitamin C has no effect on iron absorption.
13. Identify an appropriate goal for a patient with anorexia nervosa:
Patient will gain weight
Patient will weigh themselves every morning
Patient will eat all of the three meals a day offered
Patient will gain 1 lb a week
14. The condition of hyperlipidemia is often secondary to another disorder (e.g.,
acute pancreatitis, hypothyroidism, hyperadrenocorticism) and will resolve
without dietary intervention if the primary condition is addressed. However,
idiopathc hyperlipidemia means the patient should be fed:
A protein restricted diet
A fiber restricted diet
A carbohydrate restricted diet
A fat restricted diet
Questions & Verified Answers | Graded A+
1. Good food sources of vitamin B12 are
Milk and milk products
Meats
Whole grains.
Leafy green vegetables
2. Vegetarians may be advised to eat foods high in _____________ to increase iron
absorption from plant sources.
magnesium
vitamin B12
vitamin C
zinc
3. Describe the significance of folic acid in the diet and its primary food
sources.
Folic acid is important for muscle growth and is mainly found in red
meat.
Folic acid is essential for DNA synthesis and repair, and is primarily
found in leafy greens, legumes, and fortified cereals.
Folic acid is necessary for calcium absorption and is found in dairy
products.
Folic acid is a type of protein found in fish and eggs.
,4. If a meal contains 30 grams of protein, how many calories from protein does
it contribute to the total caloric intake?
150 calories
100 calories
120 calories
90 calories
5. What is the recommended weight gain range for an overweight patient
during pregnancy?
15-25 pounds
25-35 pounds
30-40 pounds
10-20 pounds
6. If a patient with hypertension is advised to reduce sodium intake, which
dietary change would be most effective?
Add more salt to meals.
Increase intake of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Consume more whole grains.
Limit consumption of processed foods.
7. Describe how the Somogyi phenomenon affects blood sugar levels in
diabetic patients.
It leads to consistently low blood sugar levels throughout the day.
It results in stable blood sugar levels without fluctuations.
, It causes blood sugar levels to spike after a period of low blood
sugar due to hormonal responses.
It causes blood sugar levels to drop continuously.
8. Describe the symptoms commonly associated with vitamin C deficiency.
Symptoms include hair loss and skin rashes.
Symptoms include increased appetite and weight gain.
Symptoms include excessive thirst and frequent urination.
Symptoms of vitamin C deficiency include fatigue, swollen gums,
and joint pain.
9. Proteins provide ___ calories (kcals) per gram from foods.
9
6
7
4
10. Why is it important for nurses to focus on nutrition in cancer patients?
Nutrition should only be considered after treatment.
Nutrition is less important than medication adherence.
Nutrition has no impact on cancer recovery.
Nutrition supports overall health and can improve treatment
outcomes.
11. What types of food are included in a lacto ovo vegetarian diet?
Meat and fish
, Only grains and legumes
Only fruits and vegetables
Dairy products and eggs
12. Describe how vitamin C can influence the absorption of iron in a vegetarian
diet.
Vitamin C enhances the absorption of non-heme iron found in
plant sources.
Vitamin C is only important for vitamin B12 absorption.
Vitamin C decreases the absorption of iron from all sources.
Vitamin C has no effect on iron absorption.
13. Identify an appropriate goal for a patient with anorexia nervosa:
Patient will gain weight
Patient will weigh themselves every morning
Patient will eat all of the three meals a day offered
Patient will gain 1 lb a week
14. The condition of hyperlipidemia is often secondary to another disorder (e.g.,
acute pancreatitis, hypothyroidism, hyperadrenocorticism) and will resolve
without dietary intervention if the primary condition is addressed. However,
idiopathc hyperlipidemia means the patient should be fed:
A protein restricted diet
A fiber restricted diet
A carbohydrate restricted diet
A fat restricted diet
