Question 1

In North America, which of the following populations is most susceptible to deficiencies of B vitamins?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vegans 
B)  Pregnant women 
C)  Preschoool children 
D)  Alcoholics 
A)  Vegans 
B)  Pregnant women 
C)  Preschoool children 
D)  Alcoholics

Question 2

In North America, the major dietary source of vitamin ______ is fortified dairy products.

Accepted Answer

A)  A 
B)  C 
C)  D 
D)  K 
A)  A 
B)  C 
C)  D 
D)  K

Question 3

Thiamin is distributed in small amounts in many foods. The most nutrient-dense source of thiamin is

Accepted Answer

A)  milk. 
B)  pork. 
C)  whole grain cereals. 
D)  dark green vegetables. 
A)  milk. 
B)  pork. 
C)  whole grain cereals. 
D)  dark green vegetables.

Question 4

All of the following are true statements regarding fat malabsorption except

Accepted Answer

A)  results in decreased absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. 
B)  increases the risk of fat-soluble vitamin deficiency. 
C)  increases the risk of developing pellagra or beriberi. 
D)  increases the risk of developing hypovitaminosis A, rickets, or osteomalacia. 
A)  results in decreased absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. 
B)  increases the risk of fat-soluble vitamin deficiency. 
C)  increases the risk of developing pellagra or beriberi. 
D)  increases the risk of developing hypovitaminosis A, rickets, or osteomalacia.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a fat-soluble vitamin?

Accepted Answer

A)  Riboflavin 
B)  Vitamin B-12 
C)  Vitamin A 
D)  Vitamin B-6 
A)  Riboflavin 
B)  Vitamin B-12 
C)  Vitamin A 
D)  Vitamin B-6

Question 6

Generally, good folate sources are

Accepted Answer

A)  fruits. 
B)  green leafy vegetables. 
C)  milk and dairy products. 
D)  poultry. 
A)  fruits. 
B)  green leafy vegetables. 
C)  milk and dairy products. 
D)  poultry.

Question 7

Vitamin D and vitamin K share which of the following characteristics?

Accepted Answer

A)  Both can be synthesized to some extent in the body. 
B)  Both affect intestinal absorption of calcium. 
C)  Both are involved in blood clotting. 
D)  All of these choices are correct. 
A)  Both can be synthesized to some extent in the body. 
B)  Both affect intestinal absorption of calcium. 
C)  Both are involved in blood clotting. 
D)  All of these choices are correct.

Question 8

Dennis had undergone a heart valve replacement and was placed on Coumadin (warfarin). In order for the Coumadin to be effective, consistent daily consumption of must be maintained.

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin C 
B)  vitamin B-6 
C)  vitamin K 
D)  vitamin B-12 
A)  vitamin C 
B)  vitamin B-6 
C)  vitamin K 
D)  vitamin B-12

Question 9

The American Institute for Cancer Research Recommendations for Cancer Prevention include all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)  Eat more of a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and legumes. 
B)  Increase consumption of red meats (e.g., beef, pork, and lamb) 
C)  Limit consumption of salty foods and foods processed with salt. 
D)  Avoid sugary drinks. 
A)  Eat more of a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and legumes. 
B)  Increase consumption of red meats (e.g., beef, pork, and lamb) 
C)  Limit consumption of salty foods and foods processed with salt. 
D)  Avoid sugary drinks.

Question 10

Which of the following body systems is particularly sensitive to choline status?

Accepted Answer

A)  Skeletal system 
B)  Immune system 
C)  Nervous system 
D)  Digestive system 
A)  Skeletal system 
B)  Immune system 
C)  Nervous system 
D)  Digestive system

Question 11

Which of the following groups is at highest risk for negative consequences of marginal vitamin E status?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vegetarians 
B)  Preterm infants 
C)  Athletes 
D)  Older adults 
A)  Vegetarians 
B)  Preterm infants 
C)  Athletes 
D)  Older adults

Question 12

Consuming excessive carotenoids may cause

Accepted Answer

A)  fetal malformations. 
B)  yellowing of the skin. 
C)  chlorosis. 
D)  scurvy. 
A)  fetal malformations. 
B)  yellowing of the skin. 
C)  chlorosis. 
D)  scurvy.

Question 13

A rich source of vitamin E is

Accepted Answer

A)  oranges. 
B)  chicken breast. 
C)  corn oil. 
D)  prime rib. 
A)  oranges. 
B)  chicken breast. 
C)  corn oil. 
D)  prime rib.

Question 14

The UL for vitamin B-6 is based on the risk of developing

Accepted Answer

A)  scurvy. 
B)  pernicious anemia. 
C)  nerve damage. 
D)  dermatitis. 
A)  scurvy. 
B)  pernicious anemia. 
C)  nerve damage. 
D)  dermatitis.

Question 15

The main form of vitamin E in the body is

Accepted Answer

A)  alpha-tocopherol. 
B)  gamma-tocopherol. 
C)  beta-tocopherol. 
D)  delta-tocopherol. 
A)  alpha-tocopherol. 
B)  gamma-tocopherol. 
C)  beta-tocopherol. 
D)  delta-tocopherol.

Question 16

Vitamin D is unique among the vitamins because

Accepted Answer

A)  it is absorbed and transported via the lymphatic system. 
B)  absorption requires bile and fat. 
C)  it can be formed in the body by skin exposure to the sun. 
D)  it can be stored. 
A)  it is absorbed and transported via the lymphatic system. 
B)  absorption requires bile and fat. 
C)  it can be formed in the body by skin exposure to the sun. 
D)  it can be stored.

Question 17

The body can produce niacin from the amino acid _______________.

Accepted Answer

A)  alanine 
B)  phenylalanine 
C)  tryptophan 
D)  tyrosine 
A)  alanine 
B)  phenylalanine 
C)  tryptophan 
D)  tyrosine

Question 18

A typical serving of which food provides the most vitamin A?

Accepted Answer

A)  Yellow squash 
B)  Egg 
C)  Liver 
D)  Apricot 
A)  Yellow squash 
B)  Egg 
C)  Liver 
D)  Apricot

Question 19

All the following are characteristics of vitamin D except

Accepted Answer

A)  it facilitates calcium absorption from the small intestine. 
B)  it is activated by the liver and kidney. 
C)  it causes the kidney to excrete less calcium in the urine. 
D)  it prevents osteoporosis. 
A)  it facilitates calcium absorption from the small intestine. 
B)  it is activated by the liver and kidney. 
C)  it causes the kidney to excrete less calcium in the urine. 
D)  it prevents osteoporosis.

Question 20

The safest way to meet vitamin A needs is by

Accepted Answer

A)  use of a vitamin A supplement. 
B)  consuming a variety of brightly colored fruits and vegetables. 
C)  consuming organ meats on a daily basis. 
D)  heavy use of fortified foods. 
A)  use of a vitamin A supplement. 
B)  consuming a variety of brightly colored fruits and vegetables. 
C)  consuming organ meats on a daily basis. 
D)  heavy use of fortified foods.

In North America, which of the following populations is most susceptible to deficiencies of B vitamins?

In North America, the major dietary source of vitamin ______ is fortified dairy products.

Thiamin is distributed in small amounts in many foods. The most nutrient-dense source of thiamin is

All of the following are true statements regarding fat malabsorption except

Which of the following is an example of a fat-soluble vitamin?

Generally, good folate sources are

Vitamin D and vitamin K share which of the following characteristics?

Dennis had undergone a heart valve replacement and was placed on Coumadin (warfarin). In order for the Coumadin to be effective, consistent daily consumption of must be maintained.

The American Institute for Cancer Research Recommendations for Cancer Prevention include all of the following except

Which of the following body systems is particularly sensitive to choline status?

Which of the following groups is at highest risk for negative consequences of marginal vitamin E status?

Consuming excessive carotenoids may cause

A rich source of vitamin E is

The UL for vitamin B-6 is based on the risk of developing

The main form of vitamin E in the body is

Vitamin D is unique among the vitamins because

The body can produce niacin from the amino acid _______________.

A typical serving of which food provides the most vitamin A?

All the following are characteristics of vitamin D except

The safest way to meet vitamin A needs is by

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Exam 8: Vitamins

In North America, which of the following populations is most susceptible to deficiencies of B vitamins?

In North America, the major dietary source of vitamin ______ is fortified dairy products.

Thiamin is distributed in small amounts in many foods. The most nutrient-dense source of thiamin is

All of the following are true statements regarding fat malabsorption except

Which of the following is an example of a fat-soluble vitamin?

Generally, good folate sources are

Vitamin D and vitamin K share which of the following characteristics?

Dennis had undergone a heart valve replacement and was placed on Coumadin (warfarin). In order for the Coumadin to be effective, consistent daily consumption of must be maintained.

The American Institute for Cancer Research Recommendations for Cancer Prevention include all of the following except

Which of the following body systems is particularly sensitive to choline status?

Which of the following groups is at highest risk for negative consequences of marginal vitamin E status?

Consuming excessive carotenoids may cause

A rich source of vitamin E is

The UL for vitamin B-6 is based on the risk of developing

The main form of vitamin E in the body is

Vitamin D is unique among the vitamins because

The body can produce niacin from the amino acid _______________.

A typical serving of which food provides the most vitamin A?

All the following are characteristics of vitamin D except

The safest way to meet vitamin A needs is by

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

Water and Minerals

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Eating Disorders

Undernutrition Throughout the World

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