ATI nutrition, ATI Nutrition Proctored Exam Study Set EXAM (updated 2026) Questions & Answers | (complete solutions) ASSURED SUCCESS/GRADED A+!!!

A patient who has celiac disease should increase intake of what

Simple carbohydrates

What is an example of an incomplete protein?

Plant proteins such as beans

Lutein slows the progression of macular degeneration and is found in foods such as

Kale, spinach, collard and mustard greens

If a bag of TPN runs out what should be infused until another bag becomes available?

10% dextrose in water

What kind of carbohydrate should the majority of your diet be

Polysaccharides

How much of your diet should be protein

10% to 35% a day

How much of your diet should be fat

20% to 35% a day

What is the recommended amount of cholesterol per day

200 to 300 mg

When beginning a new prescription for enteral nutrition by intermittent tube feeding how should you first initiate this feeding

Increase the formula over the first 4 to 6 feedings until the prescribed volume is achieved

What is beriberi

A thiamine deficiency (vitamin b)

What is a good source of vitamin B

Whole grains

What are some laboratory findings of acute pancreatitis

Decreased serum calcium

Increased serum glucose, alkaline phosphatase and bilirubin

A high fiber diet can help prevent what

Hyperlipidemia

How many calories equal a weight gain of 1 pound

3500

What are three complications of TPN

Diarrhea

Polyuria

Hypocalcemia

How long can expressed breastmilk be stored in the refrigerator

5 to 8 days

What does a low residue diet do

Limits the amount of stool traveling through the intestinal tract (restricts foods that increase bowel activity)

What is a good food to increase zinc intake

Ground beef patty

To help prevent nausea what should a patient do when eating

Eat foods at room temperature

How many calories are there per a gram of fat

Nine

Patients who adhere to a kosher diet do eat dairy products combined with what

Non-meat products at the same meal (no shellfish or pork)

What has more calcium yogurt or cheese

Yogurt

A patient with a new ileostomy should do what four things

1. Increase dietary salt intake

2. Increase amount of pasta and other foods that can help thicken the stool

3. Prepare meals on schedule

4. Increase dietary B12

Why should a patient with celiac disease avoid all types of processed foods

Because they contain gluten

What fruit is a high source of potassium

Cantaloupe

Chapter 7

How many extra calories a day should a woman in her second trimester consume

340

How many extra calories a day should a woman in her third trimester consume

452

During pregnancy how much protein, fat, and carbohydrates should a woman consume a day

20% of the daily total calorie intake. Fat should be 30% and carbohydrates 50%

What is the phenylketonuria diet

Foods low in phenylalanine should be included and foods high in protein should be avoided (due to high phenylalanine)

How many ounces a week should an infant gain for the first 5 to 6 months

5 to 7 ounces

When should iron fortified cereal be introduced

4 months

Cows milk should not be introduced as the diet until after how old

One year

Breast-feeding teaching points

How long can breastmilk be frozen for

Up to six months

Formula feeding teaching points

New foods should be introduced to infants one at a time over a blank day period to observe for signs of allergy or intolerance

4 to 5

What are four things that should not be introduced to the infant until after the first year

Milk, eggs, wheat and citrus fruits

How long can you store an open jar of infant food in the refrigerator

Up to 24 hours

Suggested introduction of foods

Information on colic

What are some foods that may cause choking or aspiration in a child

Hot dogs, popcorn, peanuts, grapes, raw carrots, celery, peanut butter, tough meat and candy

What is the appropriate serving size of foods for children

1 tablespoon per year of age

When is it appropriate to switch to skim or 1% low-fat milk

After two years of age

What should you never use food as

Reward or punishment

How much iron do adolescent males and females require

Females: 15 mg

Males: 11 mg

Older adults have decreased absorption of what three nutrients

Vitamin B 12

Folic acid

Calcium

Fruit juice for toddlers should be limited to how much a day

4 to 6 ounces

What are four foods that are high in iron

Beans, fish, dairy products and red meats

Chapter 8

What are acceptable foods on a clear liquid diet

Water, tea, coffee, fat free broth, carbonated beverages, clear juices, ginger ale and gelatin

What are acceptable foods for full liquid diet

All forms of milk, soup, strained fruits and vegetables, vegetable and fruit juices, eggnog, plain ice cream and sherbet, refined or strained cereals and puddings

The soft diet is also known as the bland, low fiber diet and contains foods such as

Whole foods that are low in fiber, lightly seasoned and easily digested

The mechanical soft diet includes foods that require

Minimal chewing for swallowing such as ground meats, canned fruits and softly cooked vegetables

A nurse is caring for a patient who is to receive a full liquid diet due to dysphasia. What is the highest nursing priority

Add thickener to liquids

Chapter 1

Thiamine is widespread in almost all plant and animal tissue and especially blank, blank and blank

Meats, grains and legumes

Riboflavin is found in what three sources

Milk, meats and Green leafy vegetables

Niacin is found in sources such as

Beef liver, nuts, legumes, whole-grain and enriched breads and cereals

Pantothenic acid, B5, found in organ meats, egg yolk, avocados, cashews, peanuts, brown rice, and what other four things

Soy, lentils, broccoli and milk

Folate is found naturally in what foods

Liver, dark green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, whole-grain products and legumes

B vitamins are generally found in

Meat and grains

Water-soluble vitamins at a glance

Water soluble vitamins at a glance continued

What are food sources for vitamin a

Fish liver oil, egg yolk, butter, cream, dark yellow/orange fruits and vegetables

Fat soluble vitamins at a glance

Major minerals at a glance

Major minerals at a glance continued

What are food sources for iron

Meat, egg yolk, whole grains and green leafy vegetables

What is the minimum daily amount of water

1500 mL

What is a good source of magnesium

Nuts

How much salt should be consumed a day

Less than 2300 mg (about 1 teaspoon)

Saturated fats and cholesterol should be limited to how much a day

Limit saturated fat to 10% of calories and cholesterol to 300 mg

How much fiber should be consumed a day for men and women

25 g for women

38 g for men

Chapter 10

Difference between TPN and PPN

Two medications may be added to PN solutions however administering any IV medication through a PN IV line or port is contraindicated. What are the two medications

Heparin and insulin

TPN is commonly used for patients who are undergoing treatment for cancer, bowel disorders and

Those suffering from trauma or extensive Burns

When is PPN used

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

23 to 43

What is the reference range for albumin

3.5 to 5

What kind of filter is required on IV tubing when administering PN solution

Micron filter

If the PN solution is unavailable what is administered to avoid hypoglycemia

IV of dextrose 10% to 20% in water

How often should the bag and tubing be changed with a central line

Every 24 hours or per facility protocol

Chapter 13

If a patient has dysphasia what should be avoided

Thin liquids and sticky foods

What kind of diet is prescribed for a patient with IBS

Low residue, high-protein, high calorie diet with vitamin and mineral supplementation

What is nutritional therapy for pancreatitis

Low-fat, high-protein and high carbohydrate

What are symptoms of dumping syndrome

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

Two hours or less

What are symptoms of PUD

Chapter 14

Pre-Stege chronic kidney disease therapeutic nutritional goals

What are foods high in phosphorus

Peanut butter, dried peas and beans, bran, cola, chocolate, beer and some whole grains

Therapeutic nutritional goals of end-stage kidney disease

Acute kidney injury can cause what electrolyte imbalances

Hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, hypocalcemia, hyperphosphatemia

What are some nutrients that may be restricted due to acute kidney injury

Protein (unless the patient is on dialysis)

Potassium

Sodium

Calcium (unless the patient is on dialysis)

Fluids (patients daily urine output +500 ML's)

Nephrotic syndrome it results in the increased excretion of serum proteins into the urine, resulting in hypoalbuminemia, edema, hyperlipidemia and blood hypercoagulation. What are the dietary recommendations for nephrotic syndrome

What is the primary intervention for the treatment and prevention of kidney stones

Increasing fluid consumption

Recommendation for calcium oxalate stone formation is to limit what

Animal protein, excess sodium, alcohol and caffeine (Low potassium also may be a contributing factor in calcium stone formation)