ATI Nutrition Exam

A pregnant woman is taking iron supplements during her pregnancy. Which other supplement should the nurse advise her to avoid taking with the iron?

A. Vitamin A

B. calcium

C. zinc

D. potassium

Calcium

Which vitamin helps with normal vision, tissue healing, and tissue strength?

Vitamin A

Which food has the highest amount of calcium?

A. 1 cup of low fat yogurt

B. 1 oz. of cheddar cheese

C. 1 egg

D. 1/2 cup of spinach

1 cup of low fat yogurt

Which of the following foods is a good source of magnesium?

A. hot dogs

B. almonds

C. cottage cheese

D. watermelon

Almonds

Calcium is a vital nutrient in preventing osteoporosis. At what age in women does bone loss normally begin?

A. 45

B. 50

C. 60

D. 35

35

A nurse caring for a patient with chronic renal disease should include which of the following in the patients diet?

A. roasted peanuts

B. sweet potatoes

C. eggs

D. bananas

Eggs

A patient with cirrhosis and ascites should limit the intake of which nutrient?

A. potassium

B. Vitamin C

C. iron

D. sodium

Sodium

A nurse is assisting a vegetarian to increase zinc in his diet. Which of the following foods should she suggest?

A. nuts

B. grapes

C. pineapple

D. cauliflower

Nuts

A nurse is providing modular supplements to a patient. The importance of using these supplements is to?

A. increase nutrient intake without increasing volume

B. decrease carbs without protein

C. increase full feeling without calories

D. decrease volume without decreasing taste

Increase nutrient intake without increasing volume

What is a risky food parents should avoid giving their toddlers?

A. hot dogs

B. apple sauce

C. banana slices

D. mashed potatoes

Hot dogs

What position should a nurse hold a baby with cleft lip and palate when feeding?

Upright

What is a fluid you would administer with iron supplements?

Orange juice

A nurse is educating a patient with diverticulitis about preventing further attacks. Which food should she include in her list of foods to avoid?

A. peaches

B. cottage cheese

C. strawberries

D. mashed potatoes

Strawberries

BMI Formula

weight (kg) / height (m^2)

What foods are high in folate?

dark leafy greens, liver

What vitamin should you take with iron?

Vitamin C

What vitamin should you take calcium with?

Vitamin D

If you're out of TPN what fluid to hang?

10% Dextrose

How long can thawed breast milk be refrigerated?

24 hours

What is the phenomenon of morning hyperglycemia?

Somogyi

Beginning a meal with protein

Eating five meals per day

Stop eating when you're full

Eat over 30-60 minutes period

Who is this diet for?

Gastric Bypass

What is vitamin B6 for?

Hemoglobin

What mineral is important for nerve transmission?

Calcium

What should be increased in the diet for patients with an illeostomy?

Sodium, grains, pasta

What is the intervention for a tube fed patient with abdominal distention?

Turn on their right side

What food should be avoided for MAOI?

Tyramines, aged cheese, red wine, cured meats, avocado

What kind of food do people on ace inhibitors need to avoid?

Foods high in potassium

Healthy BMI range?

18-25

What is a sign of hypocalcemia?

Chvostek's and Trousseau's sign

What kind of anemia can folate deficiency cause?

Megaloblastic anemia

When can infants start eating solid food?

Four months

How often should you flush feeding tube?

Every 4 hours

How often should you check residuals?

Every 4-6 hours

How long can a feeding bag be used?

24 hours

How much fruit juice can a toddler have daily?

4-6 ounces

When can infants start eating table foods?

9-12 months

When can infants start eating meat?

6-9 months

How long can you keep frozen breastmilk?

6 months

What is the diet for dumping syndrome?

No liquids with meals, Small meals, high protein and fat, no sugar, milk

What foods contain B12?

Meat, eggs, milk

When can parental nutrition start being gradually stopped?

When the patient is eating 60% their food orally

What is the normal level for pre albumin?

23-43

What is a normal albumin level?

How much gastric residual should there be?

less than 100

What should weight be at one year of age?

Tripled

What needs to be avoided in PKU?

Phenylalanine(meat, eggs, nuts, dairy)

How much calories should be increased during breastfeeding?

330-400

How much should an overweight client gain during the second and third trimester?

15-25 pounds

How much should an underweight woman gain during pregnancy?

28-40 pounds

How much weight should a normal woman gain during the second and third trimester?

25-35 pounds

Hunger less than 4 hours after vigorous nursing indicates what?

Readiness for weaning

How many breast feedings are done in a 24 hour period?

8-12