people who regularly take prescription drugs such as steroids and diuretics are at risk for a deficiency of

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ATI Nutrition Practice A

1. Which nutrient deficiency are people who regularly take prescription drugs such as steroids and diuretics at risk for?

A. Potassium
B. Selenium
C. Iodine
D. Chloride

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Regular intake of prescription drugs like steroids and diuretics can lead to the loss of potassium in the body, causing a condition known as hypokalemia. Therefore, people on these medications require careful monitoring and often need potassium supplementation to prevent this deficiency. The other options, selenium, iodine, and chloride, are incorrect because there is no specific link between their deficiency and the regular use of steroids and diuretics.

2. This vaccine content is derived from RNA recombinants.

A. Measles C. Hepatitis B vaccines
B. Tetanus toxoids D. DPT
C.
D.

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Nursing interventions should be grounded in a deep understanding of the physiological processes involved, ensuring that care provided is both effective and efficient.

3. How much extra protein (above RDA) is safe to consume?

A. 2x your RDA
B. any amount
C. 3x your RDA
D. 20 grams

Correct answer: A

Rationale: Consuming up to twice the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) of protein is generally considered safe for most people, although it may vary depending on individual health conditions.

4. A client receiving chemotherapy treatments tells the nurse, 'I feel so nauseated after my treatments.' Which of the following instructions should the nurse provide the client?

A. Eat common foods that are served cold.
B. Sip fluids slowly throughout the day.
C. Sit up for 1 hr after eating meals.
D. All of the Above

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D, 'All of the Above.' Common foods served cold, sipping fluids slowly throughout the day, and sitting up for 1 hr after eating meals can help manage nausea associated with chemotherapy. Eating common foods served cold can be easier on the stomach, sipping fluids slowly can prevent overwhelming the digestive system, and sitting up after meals can aid digestion. Choices A, B, and C all contribute to alleviating nausea and are appropriate instructions for the client.

5. Which of the following gauges should you prepare for spinal anesthesia if the anesthesiologist requires a pink spinal set and a blue spinal set as backup?

A. Gauges 16 and 22
B. Gauges 18 and 16
C. Gauges 16 and 20
D. Gauges 25 and 22

Correct answer: B

Rationale: Nursing interventions should be grounded in a deep understanding of the physiological processes involved, ensuring that care provided is both effective and efficient.