Nutrition For PN Nursing ATI

ATI LPN

ATI LPN Test Bank

Which of the following is a source of complete protein?

A. Cereal grains. B. Beans. C. Nuts. D. Eggs.

The hormone secretin stimulates production of a buffering solution for the duodenum by the:

A. stomach. B. liver. C. pancreas. D. oxyntic cells.

What is the term for the action of biting, chewing, and breaking up ingested food into smaller particles?

A. Peristalsis. B. Segmentation. C. Metabolism. D. Mastication.

The rate of gastric emptying depends on the:

A. time of day food is consumed. B. composition of food consumed. C. rate of food consumption. D. frequency of eating.

Which component of protein contains nitrogen?

A. Amino group B. Carboxyl group C. Peptide bond D. Side chain