niacin

ATI RN

ATI Nutrition Proctored

1. Which vitamin is also known as Niacin?

A. Vitamin B1
B. Vitamin B2
C. Vitamin B3
D. Vitamin B12

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is Vitamin B3, also known as Niacin. Niacin is essential for energy metabolism and can help improve cholesterol levels. Vitamin B1 is Thiamine, Vitamin B2 is Riboflavin, and Vitamin B12 is Cobalamin. These vitamins have different functions in the body and are not synonymous with Niacin.

2. Nutritional goals for a patient wishing to modify eating patterns should adhere to each, except one. Which is the exception?

A. Measurable
B. Immediate
C. Realistic
D. Achievable

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Nutritional goals should be measurable, realistic, and achievable. They should not be immediate, as sustainable changes take time.

3. You are to measure the client's initial blood pressure reading by doing all of the following EXCEPT:

A. Take the blood pressure reading on both arms for comparison
B. Listen to and identify the phases of Korotkoff sounds
C. Pump the cuff to around 50 mmHg above the point where the pulse is obliterated
D. Observe procedures for infection control

Correct answer: B

Rationale: When measuring blood pressure, it is crucial to follow specific steps to obtain accurate readings. Taking the blood pressure on both arms for comparison helps assess any variations. Pumping the cuff to around 50 mmHg above the point of pulse obliteration ensures accurate measurements. Observing procedures for infection control is vital to prevent the spread of infections. Listening to and identifying the phases of Korotkoff sounds are associated with auscultatory blood pressure measurements, not the initial blood pressure reading process.

4. James wants to know the recommended intake for iron for his gender and age. Which of the following would provide the best answer for James?

A. EAR
B. UL
C. RDA
D. DV

Correct answer: C

Rationale: The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) is the correct answer for James because it provides the daily intake level that meets the nutrient needs of most healthy individuals in a specific age and gender group. Choice A, EAR (Estimated Average Requirement), represents the average daily nutrient intake level estimated to meet the requirement of half the healthy individuals in a particular life stage and gender group. Choice B, UL (Tolerable Upper Intake Level), is the maximum daily intake unlikely to cause adverse health effects. Choice D, DV (Daily Value), is a general guide used for food labeling that represents how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet based on a 2000-calorie daily intake.

5. Which type of bath would you recommend for a patient experiencing pruritus?

A. Saline
B. Colloidal (oatmeal)
C. Water
D. Sodium bicarbonate

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The best choice for a pruritus (itching) patient is a colloidal (oatmeal) bath, as it is known for its soothing effect on itchy, irritated skin. Saline, water, and sodium bicarbonate baths may not provide the same level of relief for pruritus. The nursing care should involve comprehensive assessments and appropriate interventions to optimize patient outcomes. In this case, a colloidal bath is the most suitable intervention for a patient experiencing pruritus.