Question 1

Besides calcium and phosphorous, _______________ is another mineral important for bone health.

Accepted Answer

A)  iron 
B)  sodium 
C)  magnesium 
D)  sulphur 
A)  iron 
B)  sodium 
C)  magnesium 
D)  sulphur

Question 2

For prevention of osteoporosis, strength training is

Accepted Answer

A)  recommended because the stress on bones stimulates bone maintenance. 
B)  recommended because it decreases estrogen levels. 
C)  not recommended because it increases fracture risk. 
D)  not recommended because it increases testosterone levels. 
A)  recommended because the stress on bones stimulates bone maintenance. 
B)  recommended because it decreases estrogen levels. 
C)  not recommended because it increases fracture risk. 
D)  not recommended because it increases testosterone levels.

Question 3

A severe iodide deficiency during early pregnancy may result in an infant afflicted with

Accepted Answer

A)  scurvy. 
B)  rickets. 
C)  congenital hypothyroidism. 
D)  xerophthalmia. 
A)  scurvy. 
B)  rickets. 
C)  congenital hypothyroidism. 
D)  xerophthalmia.

Question 4

Up to one or two alcoholic drinks per day

Accepted Answer

A)  is a reasonable alcohol intake for an adult with hypertension. 
B)  may reduce the risk for ischemic stroke. 
C)  is a reasonable alcohol intake for adults of legal drinking age. 
D)  All of these choices are correct. 
A)  is a reasonable alcohol intake for an adult with hypertension. 
B)  may reduce the risk for ischemic stroke. 
C)  is a reasonable alcohol intake for adults of legal drinking age. 
D)  All of these choices are correct.

Question 5

Postmenopausal women are more prone to fractures than premenopausal women primarily because

Accepted Answer

A)  low estrogen levels accelerate bone loss. 
B)  low progesterone levels accelerate bone loss. 
C)  older women are unable to maintain physical activity. 
D)  accumulation of iron in the blood depletes bone minerals. 
A)  low estrogen levels accelerate bone loss. 
B)  low progesterone levels accelerate bone loss. 
C)  older women are unable to maintain physical activity. 
D)  accumulation of iron in the blood depletes bone minerals.

Question 6

The most economical way to supply fluoride is

Accepted Answer

A)  fluoride tablets. 
B)  topical fluoride gels. 
C)  fluoridation of the municipal water supply. 
D)  fortification of foods with fluoride. 
A)  fluoride tablets. 
B)  topical fluoride gels. 
C)  fluoridation of the municipal water supply. 
D)  fortification of foods with fluoride.

Question 7

The selenium level in a food is tightly associated with

Accepted Answer

A)  fortification of the food. 
B)  selenium content of the soil. 
C)  fortification of the feed provided to animals. 
D)  the fat content of the food. 
A)  fortification of the food. 
B)  selenium content of the soil. 
C)  fortification of the feed provided to animals. 
D)  the fat content of the food.

Question 8

This mineral can be protective for the teeth when introduced into the water supply; however it can cause tooth mottling when consumed in high quantities.

Accepted Answer

A)  Fluoride 
B)  Copper 
C)  Iron 
D)  Selenium 
A)  Fluoride 
B)  Copper 
C)  Iron 
D)  Selenium

Question 9

About ______ of adults are sodium sensitive.

Accepted Answer

A)  10% - 15% 
B)  25% - 30% 
C)  45% - 50% 
D)  70% - 75% 
A)  10% - 15% 
B)  25% - 30% 
C)  45% - 50% 
D)  70% - 75%

Question 10

Oxygen binds to iron, contained in in RBCs.

Accepted Answer

A)  hemosiderin 
B)  hematocrit 
C)  hemoglobin 
D)  hemostat 
A)  hemosiderin 
B)  hematocrit 
C)  hemoglobin 
D)  hemostat

Question 11

Zinc competes with for absorption.

Accepted Answer

A)  chromium 
B)  copper 
C)  chloride 
D)  vitamin C 
A)  chromium 
B)  copper 
C)  chloride 
D)  vitamin C

Question 12

About 95% of Americans exceed the Upper Level for

Accepted Answer

A)  water. 
B)  sodium. 
C)  potassium. 
D)  calcium. 
A)  water. 
B)  sodium. 
C)  potassium. 
D)  calcium.

Question 13

The most practical advice for prevention of hypertension is

Accepted Answer

A)  maintain a healthy weight. 
B)  engage in 60 - 90 minutes of vigorous exercise on most days of the week. 
C)  take diuretics. 
D)  restrict sodium intake to 2000 milligrams per day. 
A)  maintain a healthy weight. 
B)  engage in 60 - 90 minutes of vigorous exercise on most days of the week. 
C)  take diuretics. 
D)  restrict sodium intake to 2000 milligrams per day.

Question 14

The process of equalizing ion concentration by movement of fluid through a semipermeable membrane is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  nerve impulse transmission. 
B)  osmosis. 
C)  osteoporosis. 
D)  diuresis. 
A)  nerve impulse transmission. 
B)  osmosis. 
C)  osteoporosis. 
D)  diuresis.

Question 15

Which of the following people is likely to have the highest percentage of body water?

Accepted Answer

A)  A highly trained male athlete 
B)  A highly trained female athlete 
C)  An obese woman 
D)  An elderly man 
A)  A highly trained male athlete 
B)  A highly trained female athlete 
C)  An obese woman 
D)  An elderly man

Question 16

Primary hypertension

Accepted Answer

A)  is also known as the "white coat syndrome." 
B)  has no clear-cut cause. 
C)  is a result of kidney disease. 
D)  is a result of sleep apnea. 
A)  is also known as the "white coat syndrome." 
B)  has no clear-cut cause. 
C)  is a result of kidney disease. 
D)  is a result of sleep apnea.

Question 17

Regarding use of calcium supplements, which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Supplements containing oyster shell and dolomite should be labeled "purified" to be considered safe. 
B)  Intakes over 500 milligrams per dose may interfere with absorption of iron and zinc. 
C)  For maximum absorbability, any form of calcium supplements should be taken between meals. 
D)  The USP label warns consumers that the supplement may contain high levels of lead or aluminum. 
A)  Supplements containing oyster shell and dolomite should be labeled "purified" to be considered safe. 
B)  Intakes over 500 milligrams per dose may interfere with absorption of iron and zinc. 
C)  For maximum absorbability, any form of calcium supplements should be taken between meals. 
D)  The USP label warns consumers that the supplement may contain high levels of lead or aluminum.

Question 18

Hypertension can lead to

Accepted Answer

A)  cardiovascular disease. 
B)  kidney disease. 
C)  declines in brain function. 
D)  All of these choices are correct. 
A)  cardiovascular disease. 
B)  kidney disease. 
C)  declines in brain function. 
D)  All of these choices are correct.

Question 19

A goiter may form as a consequence of an inadequate intake of

Accepted Answer

A)  copper. 
B)  magnesium. 
C)  sodium. 
D)  iodide. 
A)  copper. 
B)  magnesium. 
C)  sodium. 
D)  iodide.

Question 20

Which of the following food combinations would provide the most phosphorus?

Accepted Answer

A)  Strawberries, orange juice, potatoes 
B)  Cream of wheat, enriched bread, muffin 
C)  Cheeseburger on whole-wheat bun, cola 
D)  Broccoli and cauliflower salad 
A)  Strawberries, orange juice, potatoes 
B)  Cream of wheat, enriched bread, muffin 
C)  Cheeseburger on whole-wheat bun, cola 
D)  Broccoli and cauliflower salad

Besides calcium and phosphorous, _______________ is another mineral important for bone health.

For prevention of osteoporosis, strength training is

A severe iodide deficiency during early pregnancy may result in an infant afflicted with

Up to one or two alcoholic drinks per day

Postmenopausal women are more prone to fractures than premenopausal women primarily because

The most economical way to supply fluoride is

The selenium level in a food is tightly associated with

This mineral can be protective for the teeth when introduced into the water supply; however it can cause tooth mottling when consumed in high quantities.

About ______ of adults are sodium sensitive.

Oxygen binds to iron, contained in in RBCs.

Zinc competes with for absorption.

About 95% of Americans exceed the Upper Level for

The most practical advice for prevention of hypertension is

The process of equalizing ion concentration by movement of fluid through a semipermeable membrane is known as

Which of the following people is likely to have the highest percentage of body water?

Primary hypertension

Regarding use of calcium supplements, which of the following is true?

Hypertension can lead to

A goiter may form as a consequence of an inadequate intake of

Which of the following food combinations would provide the most phosphorus?

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Exam 9: Water and Minerals

Besides calcium and phosphorous, _______________ is another mineral important for bone health.

For prevention of osteoporosis, strength training is

A severe iodide deficiency during early pregnancy may result in an infant afflicted with

Up to one or two alcoholic drinks per day

Postmenopausal women are more prone to fractures than premenopausal women primarily because

The most economical way to supply fluoride is

The selenium level in a food is tightly associated with

This mineral can be protective for the teeth when introduced into the water supply; however it can cause tooth mottling when consumed in high quantities.

About ______ of adults are sodium sensitive.

Oxygen binds to iron, contained in in RBCs.

Zinc competes with for absorption.

About 95% of Americans exceed the Upper Level for

The most practical advice for prevention of hypertension is

The process of equalizing ion concentration by movement of fluid through a semipermeable membrane is known as

Which of the following people is likely to have the highest percentage of body water?

Primary hypertension

Regarding use of calcium supplements, which of the following is true?

Hypertension can lead to

A goiter may form as a consequence of an inadequate intake of

Which of the following food combinations would provide the most phosphorus?

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

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

Nutrition During Adulthood

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