ATI RN NUTRITIONAL PRACTICE EXAM WITH VERIFIED
APPROVED ANSWERS
1. Cleft Lip Feeding Technique: Squeeze infant's cheeks to improve feeding seal.
2. Cancer Prevention Diet: Consume at least 2.5 cups of fruits and vegetables daily.
3. Stress Management Exercise: Walking reduces tension and promotes relaxation.
4. Warfarin Dietary Consideration: Moderate intake of leafy green vegetables
recommended.
5. Aspiration Risk in Parkinson's: Drooling while eating indicates high aspiration risk.
6. Dehydration Indicator: Sodium level above 145 mEq/L indicates hypernatremia.
7. HbA1c Level Interpretation: 8.7% indicates poor diet adherence in diabetes.
8. Radiation Therapy Complications: Monitor for changes in saliva production
post-surgery.
9. Post-Gastric Bypass Diet: Start meals with protein for optimal nutrition.
10.Calcium Source for Osteoporosis: 1/2 cup roasted almonds contains 185 mg of
calcium.
11.Somogyi Phenomenon: Assess blood sugar fluctuations in type 1 diabetes.
12.Moderate-Intensity Exercise: Aim for 90 minutes of exercise weekly.
13.Alcohol Consumption Guidelines: Limit to no more than 3 drinks per day.
14.Infant Feeding Aspiration Risk: Squeezing cheeks helps reduce aspiration risk.
15.Nutrition for Cancer Prevention: Fruits and vegetables help maintain body weight.
16.Exercise Benefits: Reduces tension and improves overall well-being.
17.Vitamin K and Warfarin: Vitamin K can negate warfarin's anticoagulation effects.
18.Dysphagia in Parkinson's: Drooling indicates potential swallowing difficulties.
19.Hypernatremia Symptoms: Includes confusion, headache, nausea, and fatigue.
20.Diabetes Management: HbA1c goal is between 6.5-7% for control.
21.Saliva Production Changes: Monitor for complications after head and neck surgery.
22.Protein Intake Post-Surgery: 60-120 g of protein recommended daily after gastric
bypass.
23.Calcium Intake for Osteoporosis: Essential for preventing bone loss in osteoporosis.
24.Healthy Eating for Diabetes: Diet adherence is crucial for managing blood sugar.
25.Nutrition Education: Teaching clients about dietary needs is essential.
26.Long-Term Care Nutrition: Monitor clients for signs of nutritional deficiencies.
27.Client Education Importance: Empowers clients to make informed dietary choices.
28.Blood Glucose Monitoring: Assess glucose levels during the night.
29.Urinary Ketones Testing: Check ketones daily for one week.
30.Oral Glucose Tolerance Test: Test after insulin administration.
31.Glycosylated Hemoglobin: Compare current level to diagnosis level.
32.Parenteral Nutrition (PN): IV nutrition with dextrose, amino acids, lipids.
33.Egg Allergy: Report due to emulsifier in lipid emulsions.
34.Fluid Volume Excess: Expect crackles in lungs as a symptom.
35.Hypertension Dietary Teaching: Encourage herbs and spices over salt.
36.Glycemic Index: Ranks foods by their glucose-raising effect.
, 37.Baked Potato Glycemic Index: Has a glycemic index of 85-90.
APPROVED ANSWERS
1. Cleft Lip Feeding Technique: Squeeze infant's cheeks to improve feeding seal.
2. Cancer Prevention Diet: Consume at least 2.5 cups of fruits and vegetables daily.
3. Stress Management Exercise: Walking reduces tension and promotes relaxation.
4. Warfarin Dietary Consideration: Moderate intake of leafy green vegetables
recommended.
5. Aspiration Risk in Parkinson's: Drooling while eating indicates high aspiration risk.
6. Dehydration Indicator: Sodium level above 145 mEq/L indicates hypernatremia.
7. HbA1c Level Interpretation: 8.7% indicates poor diet adherence in diabetes.
8. Radiation Therapy Complications: Monitor for changes in saliva production
post-surgery.
9. Post-Gastric Bypass Diet: Start meals with protein for optimal nutrition.
10.Calcium Source for Osteoporosis: 1/2 cup roasted almonds contains 185 mg of
calcium.
11.Somogyi Phenomenon: Assess blood sugar fluctuations in type 1 diabetes.
12.Moderate-Intensity Exercise: Aim for 90 minutes of exercise weekly.
13.Alcohol Consumption Guidelines: Limit to no more than 3 drinks per day.
14.Infant Feeding Aspiration Risk: Squeezing cheeks helps reduce aspiration risk.
15.Nutrition for Cancer Prevention: Fruits and vegetables help maintain body weight.
16.Exercise Benefits: Reduces tension and improves overall well-being.
17.Vitamin K and Warfarin: Vitamin K can negate warfarin's anticoagulation effects.
18.Dysphagia in Parkinson's: Drooling indicates potential swallowing difficulties.
19.Hypernatremia Symptoms: Includes confusion, headache, nausea, and fatigue.
20.Diabetes Management: HbA1c goal is between 6.5-7% for control.
21.Saliva Production Changes: Monitor for complications after head and neck surgery.
22.Protein Intake Post-Surgery: 60-120 g of protein recommended daily after gastric
bypass.
23.Calcium Intake for Osteoporosis: Essential for preventing bone loss in osteoporosis.
24.Healthy Eating for Diabetes: Diet adherence is crucial for managing blood sugar.
25.Nutrition Education: Teaching clients about dietary needs is essential.
26.Long-Term Care Nutrition: Monitor clients for signs of nutritional deficiencies.
27.Client Education Importance: Empowers clients to make informed dietary choices.
28.Blood Glucose Monitoring: Assess glucose levels during the night.
29.Urinary Ketones Testing: Check ketones daily for one week.
30.Oral Glucose Tolerance Test: Test after insulin administration.
31.Glycosylated Hemoglobin: Compare current level to diagnosis level.
32.Parenteral Nutrition (PN): IV nutrition with dextrose, amino acids, lipids.
33.Egg Allergy: Report due to emulsifier in lipid emulsions.
34.Fluid Volume Excess: Expect crackles in lungs as a symptom.
35.Hypertension Dietary Teaching: Encourage herbs and spices over salt.
36.Glycemic Index: Ranks foods by their glucose-raising effect.
, 37.Baked Potato Glycemic Index: Has a glycemic index of 85-90.
