ATI NUTRITION PROCTORED EXAM –
PRACTICE QUESTIONS (80+)AND ANSWERS
LATEST 2026
Domain 1: Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Fats
1. A client with type 2 diabetes asks which carbohydrate source is best. Which response is correct?
A. White bread
B. White rice
C. Sweet potato with skin
D. Fruit juice
Answer: C. Sweet potato with skin — Provides fiber, which slows glucose absorption.
Rationale: Whole-food carbohydrates with fiber are preferred over refined carbs or juices.
2. Which lab value indicates adequate protein intake over time?
A. Serum sodium
B. Prealbumin
C. Hemoglobin
D. Potassium
Answer: B. Prealbumin — Half-life 2–3 days; reflects recent protein status.
3. A client with heart failure is on a 2-g sodium diet. Which food should be avoided?
A. Fresh broccoli
B. Grilled chicken
C. Canned tomato soup
D. Oatmeal
Answer: C. Canned tomato soup — High sodium due to preservatives and added salt.
4. A patient has a serum triglyceride level of 400 mg/dL. Which dietary change is most effective?
A. Increase complex carbs
B. Reduce saturated fat and sugar
C. Increase omega-6 fatty acids
D. Add whole milk
Answer: B. Reduce saturated fat and sugar — High triglycerides respond to sugar and fat restriction.
, 5. Which oil is highest in saturated fat?
A. Olive oil
B. Canola oil
C. Coconut oil
D. Sunflower oil
Answer: C. Coconut oil — Over 80% saturated fat.
Domain 2: Vitamins and Minerals
6. A strict vegan is at risk for deficiency of which vitamin?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin B12
C. Vitamin A
D. Vitamin E
Answer: B. Vitamin B12 — Found only in animal products; vegans need supplementation.
7. Which food enhances iron absorption?
A. Milk
B. Orange juice
C. Tea
D. Egg whites
Answer: B. Orange juice — Vitamin C converts iron to more absorbable form.
8. A client with osteoporosis should increase which nutrient?
A. Magnesium
B. Vitamin D
C. Phosphorus
D. Vitamin K
Answer: B. Vitamin D — Essential for calcium absorption.
9. Night blindness is associated with deficiency of:
A. Vitamin A
B. Thiamine
C. Riboflavin
D. Zinc
Answer: A. Vitamin A — Required for retinal function.
10. Which food is highest in potassium?
A. Banana
B. Apple
PRACTICE QUESTIONS (80+)AND ANSWERS
LATEST 2026
Domain 1: Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Fats
1. A client with type 2 diabetes asks which carbohydrate source is best. Which response is correct?
A. White bread
B. White rice
C. Sweet potato with skin
D. Fruit juice
Answer: C. Sweet potato with skin — Provides fiber, which slows glucose absorption.
Rationale: Whole-food carbohydrates with fiber are preferred over refined carbs or juices.
2. Which lab value indicates adequate protein intake over time?
A. Serum sodium
B. Prealbumin
C. Hemoglobin
D. Potassium
Answer: B. Prealbumin — Half-life 2–3 days; reflects recent protein status.
3. A client with heart failure is on a 2-g sodium diet. Which food should be avoided?
A. Fresh broccoli
B. Grilled chicken
C. Canned tomato soup
D. Oatmeal
Answer: C. Canned tomato soup — High sodium due to preservatives and added salt.
4. A patient has a serum triglyceride level of 400 mg/dL. Which dietary change is most effective?
A. Increase complex carbs
B. Reduce saturated fat and sugar
C. Increase omega-6 fatty acids
D. Add whole milk
Answer: B. Reduce saturated fat and sugar — High triglycerides respond to sugar and fat restriction.
, 5. Which oil is highest in saturated fat?
A. Olive oil
B. Canola oil
C. Coconut oil
D. Sunflower oil
Answer: C. Coconut oil — Over 80% saturated fat.
Domain 2: Vitamins and Minerals
6. A strict vegan is at risk for deficiency of which vitamin?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin B12
C. Vitamin A
D. Vitamin E
Answer: B. Vitamin B12 — Found only in animal products; vegans need supplementation.
7. Which food enhances iron absorption?
A. Milk
B. Orange juice
C. Tea
D. Egg whites
Answer: B. Orange juice — Vitamin C converts iron to more absorbable form.
8. A client with osteoporosis should increase which nutrient?
A. Magnesium
B. Vitamin D
C. Phosphorus
D. Vitamin K
Answer: B. Vitamin D — Essential for calcium absorption.
9. Night blindness is associated with deficiency of:
A. Vitamin A
B. Thiamine
C. Riboflavin
D. Zinc
Answer: A. Vitamin A — Required for retinal function.
10. Which food is highest in potassium?
A. Banana
B. Apple
