2025/2026 ATI RN Nutrition Proctored Exam Test Bank, 7th Edition - Full Study Guide by Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) | Pass Your First Attempt

2025/2026 ATI RN Nutrition
Proctored Exam Test Bank, 7th
Edition - Full Study Guide by
Assessment Technologies Institute
(ATI) | Pass Your First Attempt




**Q1. A client asks which macronutrient provides the most energy per gram. How should the nurse
respond?**

, - A) Carbohydrates – 4 kcal/g

- B) Protein – 4 kcal/g

- C) Fats – 9 kcal/g

- D) Alcohol – 7 kcal/g



**Correct Answer: C) Fats – 9 kcal/g**



**Rationale:** Fats provide the highest concentration of energy at 9 kilocalories per gram.
Carbohydrates and protein each provide 4 kcal/g. While alcohol provides 7 kcal/g, it is not considered a
nutrient and is not essential for health.



**Q2. To limit saturated fat intake, what percentage of total daily calories should you aim for?**

- A) 40%

- B) 30%

- C) 20%

- D) 10%



**Correct Answer: D) 10%**



**Rationale:** Dietary guidelines recommend that no more than 10% of your total daily calories should
come from saturated fat. Sources of saturated fat include butter, cheese, and red meat.



**Q3. A patient on a 2000-calorie diet is prescribed 50% of calories from carbohydrates. How many
grams of carbs should the patient consume daily?**

- A) 150 g

- B) 200 g

- C) 250 g