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ATI NUTRITION 2026 EXAM REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS|GRADE A+.
1. A nurse is providing dietary teaching to a client who has a new
diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Which of the following foods or
beverages should the nurse recommended to minimize heartburn?
• Orange juice
• Decaffeinated coffee
• Peppermint
• Potatoes
2. A nurse is preparing g to teach a group of clients about vitamins and
minerals. The nurse should include in the teaching that which of the
following minerals is necessary for the transmission of nerve impulses?
• Phosphorus
• Calcium
• Chloride
• Zinc
3. A nurse is caring for a client who has a body mass index (BMI) of
30. Four weeks after nutritional counseling, which of the following evaluation
findings indicates the plan of care was followed?
• BMI of 25
• Weight gain of 1.8kg
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• BMI of 33
• Weight loss of 2.7kg
4. A nurse is caring for a client who follows the dietary laws of Orthodox
Judaism. Which of the following meal choices should the nurse request for
the client?
• Turkey and cheese sandwich
• Spaghetti with tomato sauce
• Pork chop and applesauce
• Scrambled eggs and bacon
5. A nurse is a long-term care facility is developing strategies to promote
increased food intake for an older adult client. Which of the following
interventions should the nurse implement?
• Offer sugar substitutes to increase the client’s appetite.
• Provide opportunities to eat three large meals per day.
• Provide entertainment while the client is eating.
• Offer finger foods at mealtime.
6. A nurse is caring for four clients. The nurse should plan to administer
total parenteral nutrition for which of the following clients?
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• A client who is postoperative following a laminectomy and is receiving IV
PCA
• A client who has dysphagia and does not recognize his family
• A client who has COPD and is going home with oxygen
• A client who has colon cancer and will undergo a hemicolectomy
7. A nurse is performing a nutritional evaluation for a client who reports
paresthesia of the hands and feet. The nurse should identify this manifestation
as an indication of which of the following dietary deficiencies?
• Iron
• Riboflavin
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin B12
• A nurse is caring for a client who reports she is having difficulty
losing weight. Which of the following responses by the nurse is
appropriate?Eat small portions of the high-calorie foods first.
• Set a goal and you will be able to attain it.
• It is helpful to self-monitor your eating.
• Taste food while cooking to help curb your appetite.
ATI NUTRITION 2026 EXAM REAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS|GRADE A+.
1. A nurse is providing dietary teaching to a client who has a new
diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Which of the following foods or
beverages should the nurse recommended to minimize heartburn?
• Orange juice
• Decaffeinated coffee
• Peppermint
• Potatoes
2. A nurse is preparing g to teach a group of clients about vitamins and
minerals. The nurse should include in the teaching that which of the
following minerals is necessary for the transmission of nerve impulses?
• Phosphorus
• Calcium
• Chloride
• Zinc
3. A nurse is caring for a client who has a body mass index (BMI) of
30. Four weeks after nutritional counseling, which of the following evaluation
findings indicates the plan of care was followed?
• BMI of 25
• Weight gain of 1.8kg
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• BMI of 33
• Weight loss of 2.7kg
4. A nurse is caring for a client who follows the dietary laws of Orthodox
Judaism. Which of the following meal choices should the nurse request for
the client?
• Turkey and cheese sandwich
• Spaghetti with tomato sauce
• Pork chop and applesauce
• Scrambled eggs and bacon
5. A nurse is a long-term care facility is developing strategies to promote
increased food intake for an older adult client. Which of the following
interventions should the nurse implement?
• Offer sugar substitutes to increase the client’s appetite.
• Provide opportunities to eat three large meals per day.
• Provide entertainment while the client is eating.
• Offer finger foods at mealtime.
6. A nurse is caring for four clients. The nurse should plan to administer
total parenteral nutrition for which of the following clients?
, lOMoAR cPSD| 22461342
• A client who is postoperative following a laminectomy and is receiving IV
PCA
• A client who has dysphagia and does not recognize his family
• A client who has COPD and is going home with oxygen
• A client who has colon cancer and will undergo a hemicolectomy
7. A nurse is performing a nutritional evaluation for a client who reports
paresthesia of the hands and feet. The nurse should identify this manifestation
as an indication of which of the following dietary deficiencies?
• Iron
• Riboflavin
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin B12
• A nurse is caring for a client who reports she is having difficulty
losing weight. Which of the following responses by the nurse is
appropriate?Eat small portions of the high-calorie foods first.
• Set a goal and you will be able to attain it.
• It is helpful to self-monitor your eating.
• Taste food while cooking to help curb your appetite.
