Question 1

Which of the following is true about aging?

Accepted Answer

A)  Aging is a disease. 
B)  Models have been designed that are very predictive of the aging process. 
C)  The rate of aging is based on heredity and no amount of lifestyle modification can alter it. 
D)  Development of chronic disease is not an inevitable consequence of aging. 
A)  Aging is a disease. 
B)  Models have been designed that are very predictive of the aging process. 
C)  The rate of aging is based on heredity and no amount of lifestyle modification can alter it. 
D)  Development of chronic disease is not an inevitable consequence of aging.

Question 2

Bud has trouble with his dentures and problems chewing. Which of the following foods would be best to help meet his nutritional needs?

Accepted Answer

A)  Gelatin 
B)  Bouillon 
C)  Sirloin steak 
D)  Low-fat yogurt 
A)  Gelatin 
B)  Bouillon 
C)  Sirloin steak 
D)  Low-fat yogurt

Question 3

All of the following are reasons older adults should limit alcohol consumption EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  they become intoxicated more easily. 
B)  they have lower amounts of body water in which to dilute alcohol. 
C)  they have a decreased ability to metabolize alcohol. 
D)  they are more likely to engage in risky behaviors. 
A)  they become intoxicated more easily. 
B)  they have lower amounts of body water in which to dilute alcohol. 
C)  they have a decreased ability to metabolize alcohol. 
D)  they are more likely to engage in risky behaviors.

Question 4

The physiological changes of aging that will decrease nutrient utilization in the body include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  decreased kidney function. 
B)  decreased liver function. 
C)  decreased insulin function. 
D)  decreased testosterone. 
A)  decreased kidney function. 
B)  decreased liver function. 
C)  decreased insulin function. 
D)  decreased testosterone.

Question 5

Bill wants to optimize his nutritional health. Which of the following is NOT recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Accepted Answer

A)  Balance calorie intake from foods and beverages with calories expended. 
B)  Choose foods that limit the intake of saturated and trans fats. 
C)  Emphasize vegetables, fruits, legumes (beans), whole-grain breads and cereals, and fat-free or low-fat milk or equivalent milk products. 
D)  Consume no more than four alcohol-containing drinks daily. 
A)  Balance calorie intake from foods and beverages with calories expended. 
B)  Choose foods that limit the intake of saturated and trans fats. 
C)  Emphasize vegetables, fruits, legumes (beans), whole-grain breads and cereals, and fat-free or low-fat milk or equivalent milk products. 
D)  Consume no more than four alcohol-containing drinks daily.

Question 6

All of the following are practical suggestions for diet planning for singles EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  buying small containers of food. 
B)  cooking large amounts of food, dividing it into portions, and freezing it. 
C)  buying family-sized packages of meat. 
D)  buying fruits at various stages of ripeness so they can be eaten fresh daily. 
A)  buying small containers of food. 
B)  cooking large amounts of food, dividing it into portions, and freezing it. 
C)  buying family-sized packages of meat. 
D)  buying fruits at various stages of ripeness so they can be eaten fresh daily.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT an example of the ways medications can negatively affect nutritional status?

Accepted Answer

A)  Long-term use of antibiotics can decrease the population of bacteria that synthesizes vitamin K. 
B)  Some pain medications can cause blood loss, resulting in anemia. 
C)  Some antidepressant medications decrease appetite. 
D)  Use of oral contraceptives may increase a woman's requirements for iron. 
A)  Long-term use of antibiotics can decrease the population of bacteria that synthesizes vitamin K. 
B)  Some pain medications can cause blood loss, resulting in anemia. 
C)  Some antidepressant medications decrease appetite. 
D)  Use of oral contraceptives may increase a woman's requirements for iron.

Question 8

Which of the following is true about alcohol consumption by the elderly?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is absorbed only in the small intestine. 
B)  Alcohol absorption is independent of the amount of stomach contents. 
C)  Most of the alcohol is metabolized by the kidney. 
D)  Alcohol can interfere with the effect of medication in the body. 
A)  It is absorbed only in the small intestine. 
B)  Alcohol absorption is independent of the amount of stomach contents. 
C)  Most of the alcohol is metabolized by the kidney. 
D)  Alcohol can interfere with the effect of medication in the body.

Question 9

Consuming adequate ______ and ______ helps maximize the health of the immune system in elderly individuals.

Accepted Answer

A)  carbohydrates; selenium 
B)  iron; copper 
C)  calcium; protein 
D)  protein; zinc 
A)  carbohydrates; selenium 
B)  iron; copper 
C)  calcium; protein 
D)  protein; zinc

Question 10

A basic plan for health promotion and disease prevention includes all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)  consuming meals that resemble MyPlate. 
B)  getting regular exercise. 
C)  not smoking. 
D)  consuming 3 to 5 ounces of alcohol daily. 
A)  consuming meals that resemble MyPlate. 
B)  getting regular exercise. 
C)  not smoking. 
D)  consuming 3 to 5 ounces of alcohol daily.

Question 11

Match the following popular herbal remedies with their purported effects below.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the following popular herbal remedies with...

Question 12

Delaying the onset of disabilities caused by chronic diseases is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  reserve capacity. 
B)  compression of morbidity. 
C)  homeostasis. 
D)  usual aging. 
A)  reserve capacity. 
B)  compression of morbidity. 
C)  homeostasis. 
D)  usual aging.

Question 13

When it comes to alcohol, women are advised to consume no more than ______ drink(s) per day.

Accepted Answer

A)  5 
B)  2 
C)  4 
D)  1 
A)  5 
B)  2 
C)  4 
D)  1

Question 14

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that those who choose to drink alcoholic beverages should do so in moderation, defined as the consumption of up to __ drink(s) per day for women and older adults and up to __ drink(s) per day for men.

Accepted Answer

A)  0; 1 
B)  1; 2 
C)  2; 3 
D)  3; 4 
A)  0; 1 
B)  1; 2 
C)  2; 3 
D)  3; 4

Question 15

Declining production of stomach acid and intrinsic factor increase the risk for deficiency of ______ among older adults.

Accepted Answer

A)  iron 
B)  calcium 
C)  vitamin B-6 
D)  vitamin B-12 
A)  iron 
B)  calcium 
C)  vitamin B-6 
D)  vitamin B-12

Question 16

All of the following tend to happen as one ages EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  the liver's detoxifying capacity deteriorates. 
B)  the tendency to develop gallstones increases. 
C)  high chromium intake impairs glucose tolerance. 
D)  the digestive functions of the pancreas may decline. 
A)  the liver's detoxifying capacity deteriorates. 
B)  the tendency to develop gallstones increases. 
C)  high chromium intake impairs glucose tolerance. 
D)  the digestive functions of the pancreas may decline.

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a popular theory on aging?

Accepted Answer

A)  Errors occur in copying DNA for making protein. 
B)  Levels of hormones, such as testosterone, become too high as one ages. 
C)  The immune system becomes less efficient at preventing disease. 
D)  Connective tissue becomes less flexible over time. 
A)  Errors occur in copying DNA for making protein. 
B)  Levels of hormones, such as testosterone, become too high as one ages. 
C)  The immune system becomes less efficient at preventing disease. 
D)  Connective tissue becomes less flexible over time.

Question 18

Long-term aspirin use by an elderly person could increase the need for what nutrient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Calcium 
B)  Potassium 
C)  Thiamin 
D)  Iron 
A)  Calcium 
B)  Potassium 
C)  Thiamin 
D)  Iron

Question 19

Some researchers believe that damage to cells by electron-seeking compounds may contribute to the aging process. Which of the following nutrients does NOT protect cells from these compounds?

Accepted Answer

A)  Selenium 
B)  Vitamin C 
C)  Vitamin E 
D)  Vitamin K 
A)  Selenium 
B)  Vitamin C 
C)  Vitamin E 
D)  Vitamin K

Question 20

The dietary manipulation that is related most significantly to longevity in animal studies is

Accepted Answer

A)  protein restriction. 
B)  low fat intake. 
C)  calorie restriction. 
D)  high carbohydrate intake. 
A)  protein restriction. 
B)  low fat intake. 
C)  calorie restriction. 
D)  high carbohydrate intake.

Which of the following is true about aging?

Bud has trouble with his dentures and problems chewing. Which of the following foods would be best to help meet his nutritional needs?

All of the following are reasons older adults should limit alcohol consumption EXCEPT

The physiological changes of aging that will decrease nutrient utilization in the body include all of the following EXCEPT

Bill wants to optimize his nutritional health. Which of the following is NOT recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

All of the following are practical suggestions for diet planning for singles EXCEPT

Which of the following is NOT an example of the ways medications can negatively affect nutritional status?

Which of the following is true about alcohol consumption by the elderly?

Consuming adequate and helps maximize the health of the immune system in elderly individuals.

A basic plan for health promotion and disease prevention includes all of the following except

Match the following popular herbal remedies with their purported effects below.

Delaying the onset of disabilities caused by chronic diseases is known as

When it comes to alcohol, women are advised to consume no more than ______ drink(s) per day.

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that those who choose to drink alcoholic beverages should do so in moderation, defined as the consumption of up to drink(s) per day for women and older adults and up to drink(s) per day for men.

Declining production of stomach acid and intrinsic factor increase the risk for deficiency of ______ among older adults.

All of the following tend to happen as one ages EXCEPT

Which of the following is NOT a popular theory on aging?

Long-term aspirin use by an elderly person could increase the need for what nutrient?

Some researchers believe that damage to cells by electron-seeking compounds may contribute to the aging process. Which of the following nutrients does NOT protect cells from these compounds?

The dietary manipulation that is related most significantly to longevity in animal studies is

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Lipids

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Energy Balance and Weight Control

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Exam 16: Nutrition During Adulthood

Which of the following is true about aging?

Bud has trouble with his dentures and problems chewing. Which of the following foods would be best to help meet his nutritional needs?

All of the following are reasons older adults should limit alcohol consumption EXCEPT

The physiological changes of aging that will decrease nutrient utilization in the body include all of the following EXCEPT

Bill wants to optimize his nutritional health. Which of the following is NOT recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

All of the following are practical suggestions for diet planning for singles EXCEPT

Which of the following is NOT an example of the ways medications can negatively affect nutritional status?

Which of the following is true about alcohol consumption by the elderly?

Consuming adequate ______ and ______ helps maximize the health of the immune system in elderly individuals.

A basic plan for health promotion and disease prevention includes all of the following except

Match the following popular herbal remedies with their purported effects below.

Delaying the onset of disabilities caused by chronic diseases is known as

When it comes to alcohol, women are advised to consume no more than ______ drink(s) per day.

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that those who choose to drink alcoholic beverages should do so in moderation, defined as the consumption of up to __ drink(s) per day for women and older adults and up to __ drink(s) per day for men.

Declining production of stomach acid and intrinsic factor increase the risk for deficiency of ______ among older adults.

All of the following tend to happen as one ages EXCEPT

Which of the following is NOT a popular theory on aging?

Long-term aspirin use by an elderly person could increase the need for what nutrient?

Some researchers believe that damage to cells by electron-seeking compounds may contribute to the aging process. Which of the following nutrients does NOT protect cells from these compounds?

The dietary manipulation that is related most significantly to longevity in animal studies is

Nutrition, Food Choices, and Health

Guidelines for Designing a Healthy Diet

The Human Body: a Nutrition Perspective

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

Eating Disorders

Undernutrition Throughout the World

Safety of Our Food Supply

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence

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Consuming adequate and helps maximize the health of the immune system in elderly individuals.

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that those who choose to drink alcoholic beverages should do so in moderation, defined as the consumption of up to drink(s) per day for women and older adults and up to drink(s) per day for men.