NUR 301 NUTRITION ATI 2026/2027 – STUDY GUIDE, PRACTICE
QUESTIONS & EXAM REVIEW
A nurse is caring for a client who states, "I feel like I don't have to eat a varied diet when I take my
multivitamin." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
A. "If taken four or more days a week, a multivitamin provides all the nutrients you need."
B. "As long as you take a multivitamin daily, you do not need to eat a varied diet each day."
C. "A multivitamin should not be used in place of a nutritious diet."
D. "As long as the multivitamin isn't generic, it can replace unhealthy dietary choices." - ANS ✔✔C. "A
multivitamin should not be used in place of a nutritious diet."
A nurse is caring for client who reports having daily constipation. Which of the following information
should the nurse provide to the client regarding fiber intake? (Select all that apply.)
A. Increasing daily fiber intake can help alleviate the issue of constipation
B. Eating more whole grains can promote regular bowel movements
C. Consume 10 g of fiber per day
D. Foods such as white rice increase fiber intake
E. Decreasing daily fiber intake can help alleviate digestive discomfort - ANS ✔✔A, B
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for a clear liquid diet. The client asks the nurse,
"How long will I have to be on this type of diet?" Which of the following responses should the nurse
make?
A. "You will be on this diet as long as the provider feels you need to be."
B. "You might be on this diet for a week or two."
C. "You should not be on this diet for more than a few days."
D. "You should speak with the provider about your concern." - ANS ✔✔C. "You should not be on this diet
for more than a few days."
A nurse is discussing macronutrients with a client. Which of the following statements should the nurse
make?
A. "Macronutrients include vitamins and minerals, which your body needs a large amount of."
B. "Macronutrients include carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, which make up the majority of a person's
diet."
C. "Macronutrients include carbohydrates and fats, which your body needs very little of."
D. "While essential, macronutrients should be limited to weekly consumption." - ANS ✔✔B.
"Macronutrients include carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, which make up the majority of a person's
diet."
A nurse is caring for a client who states, "I have been getting a lot of cavities lately, but I don't know what
is causing them." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
A. "A lack of protein can cause a problem with cavities."
, B. "Cavities can be caused by a diet low in vitamin C."
C. "Increasing your consumption of leafy green vegetables and tomatoes can help with this."
D. "Drinking sugary beverages can make you prone to cavities." - ANS ✔✔D. "Drinking sugary beverages
can make you prone to cavities."
Cavities = 충치
A nurse is caring for a client who has renal disease and must limit potassium intake. Which of the
following foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid because they are high in potassium? (Select
all that apply)
A. Apples
B. Bananas
C. Dried beans
D. Spinach
E. Tomatoes - ANS ✔✔B, C, D, E
바나나 = 고칼륨
건조 콩류 = 고칼륨 (인; Phosphrous 도 많음)
시금치 = 고칼륨 (녹색잎 채소는 칼륨이 많음)
토마토 = 고칼륨
신장 질환이 있으면 칼륨 배설이 안되기 때문에 Na, K, P, 단백질을 제한해야함
A nurse is preparing to assist with feeding a client who is at risk for aspiration. Which of the following
actions should the nurse take?
A. Position the client upright at a 45° angle
B. Turn on the television per the client's request
C. Avoid allowing the client to drink until meal is finished
D. Cut the client's food into small bites - ANS ✔✔D. Cut the client's food into small bites
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving tube feedings via PEG. Which of the following actions
should the nurse implement in order to help prevent the client from aspirating?
A. Keep the client's head elevated to at least 30° for a minimum of 1 hr after a feeding
B. Verify the initial tube placement with an X-ray after the first feeding
C. Check the client's tube feeding tolerance every 12 hr
D. Check the pH of the gastric contents each day - ANS ✔✔A. Keep the client's head elevated to at least
30° for a minimum of 1 hr after a feeding
A nurse is caring for a client who has a high phosphorus level. Which of the following instructions
regarding food should the nurse provide?
A. "You should eat white bread."
B. "You can drink 2 cups of milk per day."
C. "You should limit broccoli to 3 cups per week."
D. "You can have four servings of oatmeal per week." - ANS ✔✔A. "You should eat white bread."
QUESTIONS & EXAM REVIEW
A nurse is caring for a client who states, "I feel like I don't have to eat a varied diet when I take my
multivitamin." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
A. "If taken four or more days a week, a multivitamin provides all the nutrients you need."
B. "As long as you take a multivitamin daily, you do not need to eat a varied diet each day."
C. "A multivitamin should not be used in place of a nutritious diet."
D. "As long as the multivitamin isn't generic, it can replace unhealthy dietary choices." - ANS ✔✔C. "A
multivitamin should not be used in place of a nutritious diet."
A nurse is caring for client who reports having daily constipation. Which of the following information
should the nurse provide to the client regarding fiber intake? (Select all that apply.)
A. Increasing daily fiber intake can help alleviate the issue of constipation
B. Eating more whole grains can promote regular bowel movements
C. Consume 10 g of fiber per day
D. Foods such as white rice increase fiber intake
E. Decreasing daily fiber intake can help alleviate digestive discomfort - ANS ✔✔A, B
A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for a clear liquid diet. The client asks the nurse,
"How long will I have to be on this type of diet?" Which of the following responses should the nurse
make?
A. "You will be on this diet as long as the provider feels you need to be."
B. "You might be on this diet for a week or two."
C. "You should not be on this diet for more than a few days."
D. "You should speak with the provider about your concern." - ANS ✔✔C. "You should not be on this diet
for more than a few days."
A nurse is discussing macronutrients with a client. Which of the following statements should the nurse
make?
A. "Macronutrients include vitamins and minerals, which your body needs a large amount of."
B. "Macronutrients include carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, which make up the majority of a person's
diet."
C. "Macronutrients include carbohydrates and fats, which your body needs very little of."
D. "While essential, macronutrients should be limited to weekly consumption." - ANS ✔✔B.
"Macronutrients include carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, which make up the majority of a person's
diet."
A nurse is caring for a client who states, "I have been getting a lot of cavities lately, but I don't know what
is causing them." Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
A. "A lack of protein can cause a problem with cavities."
, B. "Cavities can be caused by a diet low in vitamin C."
C. "Increasing your consumption of leafy green vegetables and tomatoes can help with this."
D. "Drinking sugary beverages can make you prone to cavities." - ANS ✔✔D. "Drinking sugary beverages
can make you prone to cavities."
Cavities = 충치
A nurse is caring for a client who has renal disease and must limit potassium intake. Which of the
following foods should the nurse instruct the client to avoid because they are high in potassium? (Select
all that apply)
A. Apples
B. Bananas
C. Dried beans
D. Spinach
E. Tomatoes - ANS ✔✔B, C, D, E
바나나 = 고칼륨
건조 콩류 = 고칼륨 (인; Phosphrous 도 많음)
시금치 = 고칼륨 (녹색잎 채소는 칼륨이 많음)
토마토 = 고칼륨
신장 질환이 있으면 칼륨 배설이 안되기 때문에 Na, K, P, 단백질을 제한해야함
A nurse is preparing to assist with feeding a client who is at risk for aspiration. Which of the following
actions should the nurse take?
A. Position the client upright at a 45° angle
B. Turn on the television per the client's request
C. Avoid allowing the client to drink until meal is finished
D. Cut the client's food into small bites - ANS ✔✔D. Cut the client's food into small bites
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving tube feedings via PEG. Which of the following actions
should the nurse implement in order to help prevent the client from aspirating?
A. Keep the client's head elevated to at least 30° for a minimum of 1 hr after a feeding
B. Verify the initial tube placement with an X-ray after the first feeding
C. Check the client's tube feeding tolerance every 12 hr
D. Check the pH of the gastric contents each day - ANS ✔✔A. Keep the client's head elevated to at least
30° for a minimum of 1 hr after a feeding
A nurse is caring for a client who has a high phosphorus level. Which of the following instructions
regarding food should the nurse provide?
A. "You should eat white bread."
B. "You can drink 2 cups of milk per day."
C. "You should limit broccoli to 3 cups per week."
D. "You can have four servings of oatmeal per week." - ANS ✔✔A. "You should eat white bread."
