ATI NUTRITION PROCTORED EXAM 150
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
2025/2026
TPN is commonly used for patients who are undergoing treatment
for cancer, bowel disorders and - Correct
Answer>>Those suffering from trauma or extensive Burns
When is PPN used - Correct Answer>>When central venous
access is not available or for the transition from TPN to enteral
or oral intake
What is expected reference range for pre-albumin - Correct
Answer>>23 to 43
What is the reference range for albumin - Correct
Answer>>3.5 to 5
What kind of filter is required on IV tubing when
administering PN solution - Correct Answer>>Micron filter If
the PN solution is unavailable what is administered to avoid
hypoglycemia - Correct Answer>>IV of dextrose 10% to
20% in water
,How often should the bag and tubing
be changed with a central line -
Correct Answer>>Every 24 hours or per
facility protocol
Chapter 13
If a patient has dysphasia what should be avoided - Correct
Answer>>Thin liquids and sticky foods
What kind of diet is prescribed for a
patient with IBS - Correct
Answer>>Low residue, high-protein,
high calorie diet with vitamin and
mineral supplementation
What is nutritional therapy for pancreatitis - Correct
Answer>>Low-fat, high-protein and high carbohydrate
What are symptoms of dumping syndrome - Correct
Answer>>Sensation of fullness
Faintness
Diaphoresis
Tachycardia
Palpitations
Hypotension
Nausea
Abdominal distention
Cramping pain
Diarrhea
, Weakness
Syncope
If a patient has Gerd how long should
they wait before they lay down after
eating - Correct Answer>>Two hours
or less
What are symptoms of PUD - Correct Answer>>
Chapter 14
Pre-Stege chronic kidney disease
therapeutic nutritional goals -
Correct Answer>>
What are foods high in phosphorus - Correct
Answer>>Peanut butter, dried peas and
beans, bran, cola, chocolate, beer and some
whole grains
Therapeutic nutritional goals of end-stage kidney disease -
Correct Answer>>
Acute kidney injury can cause what electrolyte
imbalances - Correct Answer>>Hyponatremia,
hyperkalemia, hypocalcemia,
hyperphosphatemia What are some nutrients that
may be restricted due to acute kidney injury -
Correct Answer>>Protein (unless the patient is on
dialysis)
Potassium
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
2025/2026
TPN is commonly used for patients who are undergoing treatment
for cancer, bowel disorders and - Correct
Answer>>Those suffering from trauma or extensive Burns
When is PPN used - Correct Answer>>When central venous
access is not available or for the transition from TPN to enteral
or oral intake
What is expected reference range for pre-albumin - Correct
Answer>>23 to 43
What is the reference range for albumin - Correct
Answer>>3.5 to 5
What kind of filter is required on IV tubing when
administering PN solution - Correct Answer>>Micron filter If
the PN solution is unavailable what is administered to avoid
hypoglycemia - Correct Answer>>IV of dextrose 10% to
20% in water
,How often should the bag and tubing
be changed with a central line -
Correct Answer>>Every 24 hours or per
facility protocol
Chapter 13
If a patient has dysphasia what should be avoided - Correct
Answer>>Thin liquids and sticky foods
What kind of diet is prescribed for a
patient with IBS - Correct
Answer>>Low residue, high-protein,
high calorie diet with vitamin and
mineral supplementation
What is nutritional therapy for pancreatitis - Correct
Answer>>Low-fat, high-protein and high carbohydrate
What are symptoms of dumping syndrome - Correct
Answer>>Sensation of fullness
Faintness
Diaphoresis
Tachycardia
Palpitations
Hypotension
Nausea
Abdominal distention
Cramping pain
Diarrhea
, Weakness
Syncope
If a patient has Gerd how long should
they wait before they lay down after
eating - Correct Answer>>Two hours
or less
What are symptoms of PUD - Correct Answer>>
Chapter 14
Pre-Stege chronic kidney disease
therapeutic nutritional goals -
Correct Answer>>
What are foods high in phosphorus - Correct
Answer>>Peanut butter, dried peas and
beans, bran, cola, chocolate, beer and some
whole grains
Therapeutic nutritional goals of end-stage kidney disease -
Correct Answer>>
Acute kidney injury can cause what electrolyte
imbalances - Correct Answer>>Hyponatremia,
hyperkalemia, hypocalcemia,
hyperphosphatemia What are some nutrients that
may be restricted due to acute kidney injury -
Correct Answer>>Protein (unless the patient is on
dialysis)
Potassium
