ATI RN NUTRITION PROCTORED EXAM 2026–2027 | 300
MIXED NGN PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS &
RATIONALES
1.
A nurse is assessing a client's nutritional status. Which finding is most
concerning for inadequate protein intake?
A. Clear urine
B. Poor wound healing
C. Increased thirst
D. Warm extremities
Correct answer: B
Rationale: Protein is essential for tissue repair. Poor wound healing can
indicate inadequate protein intake.
2.
A client with heart failure is prescribed a low-sodium diet. Which food
should the nurse recommend?
A. Canned soup
B. Ham sandwich
C. Fresh baked chicken
D. Salted crackers
,Correct answer: C
Rationale: Fresh, minimally processed foods generally contain less
sodium than canned, cured, or highly processed foods.
3.
A nurse is teaching a client with diabetes about carbohydrate intake.
Which statement demonstrates understanding?
A. "I should eliminate all carbohydrates."
B. "I should consume carbohydrates consistently throughout the day."
C. "Only fruit contains carbohydrates."
D. "I can skip meals if my glucose is normal."
Correct answer: B
Rationale: Consistent carbohydrate intake helps promote more
predictable blood glucose control.
4.
A client receiving continuous enteral nutrition suddenly develops
coughing and respiratory distress. What is the nurse's priority action?
A. Increase the feeding rate
B. Place the client flat
C. Stop the feeding
D. Flush the tube
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Respiratory distress during enteral feeding suggests possible
aspiration. The feeding should be stopped immediately.
5.
,Which nutrient provides the greatest amount of energy per gram?
A. Protein
B. Carbohydrate
C. Fat
D. Water
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Fat provides approximately 9 kcal/g, while carbohydrate and
protein provide approximately 4 kcal/g.
6.
A client with hypertension asks which seasoning is appropriate for a
low-sodium diet. Which should the nurse recommend?
A. Garlic powder without salt
B. Soy sauce
C. Seasoned salt
D. Monosodium glutamate
Correct answer: A
Rationale: Herbs and salt-free seasonings can add flavor without
substantially increasing sodium intake.
7.
Which assessment finding is most consistent with dehydration?
A. Bounding pulse
B. Moist mucous membranes
C. Concentrated urine
D. Peripheral edema
, Correct answer: C
Rationale: Concentrated urine is a common sign of fluid deficit.
8.
A client with celiac disease should avoid which food?
A. Rice
B. Corn
C. Wheat bread
D. Potatoes
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Celiac disease requires avoidance of gluten-containing grains
such as wheat, barley, and rye.
9.
A nurse is caring for a client with chronic kidney disease. Which food
should the nurse question?
A. Apple slices
B. White rice
C. Banana
D. Unsalted crackers
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Bananas are high in potassium, which may need to be
restricted in advanced kidney disease.
10.
Which client should the nurse assess first?
MIXED NGN PRACTICE QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS &
RATIONALES
1.
A nurse is assessing a client's nutritional status. Which finding is most
concerning for inadequate protein intake?
A. Clear urine
B. Poor wound healing
C. Increased thirst
D. Warm extremities
Correct answer: B
Rationale: Protein is essential for tissue repair. Poor wound healing can
indicate inadequate protein intake.
2.
A client with heart failure is prescribed a low-sodium diet. Which food
should the nurse recommend?
A. Canned soup
B. Ham sandwich
C. Fresh baked chicken
D. Salted crackers
,Correct answer: C
Rationale: Fresh, minimally processed foods generally contain less
sodium than canned, cured, or highly processed foods.
3.
A nurse is teaching a client with diabetes about carbohydrate intake.
Which statement demonstrates understanding?
A. "I should eliminate all carbohydrates."
B. "I should consume carbohydrates consistently throughout the day."
C. "Only fruit contains carbohydrates."
D. "I can skip meals if my glucose is normal."
Correct answer: B
Rationale: Consistent carbohydrate intake helps promote more
predictable blood glucose control.
4.
A client receiving continuous enteral nutrition suddenly develops
coughing and respiratory distress. What is the nurse's priority action?
A. Increase the feeding rate
B. Place the client flat
C. Stop the feeding
D. Flush the tube
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Respiratory distress during enteral feeding suggests possible
aspiration. The feeding should be stopped immediately.
5.
,Which nutrient provides the greatest amount of energy per gram?
A. Protein
B. Carbohydrate
C. Fat
D. Water
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Fat provides approximately 9 kcal/g, while carbohydrate and
protein provide approximately 4 kcal/g.
6.
A client with hypertension asks which seasoning is appropriate for a
low-sodium diet. Which should the nurse recommend?
A. Garlic powder without salt
B. Soy sauce
C. Seasoned salt
D. Monosodium glutamate
Correct answer: A
Rationale: Herbs and salt-free seasonings can add flavor without
substantially increasing sodium intake.
7.
Which assessment finding is most consistent with dehydration?
A. Bounding pulse
B. Moist mucous membranes
C. Concentrated urine
D. Peripheral edema
, Correct answer: C
Rationale: Concentrated urine is a common sign of fluid deficit.
8.
A client with celiac disease should avoid which food?
A. Rice
B. Corn
C. Wheat bread
D. Potatoes
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Celiac disease requires avoidance of gluten-containing grains
such as wheat, barley, and rye.
9.
A nurse is caring for a client with chronic kidney disease. Which food
should the nurse question?
A. Apple slices
B. White rice
C. Banana
D. Unsalted crackers
Correct answer: C
Rationale: Bananas are high in potassium, which may need to be
restricted in advanced kidney disease.
10.
Which client should the nurse assess first?
