Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a general property of water-soluble vitamins?

Accepted Answer

A)  stored in large amounts in tissues 
B)  easily destroyed or removed during food storage and preparation 
C)  circulate freely in the blood 
D)  generally do not result in toxicity 
E)  dissolve in water 
A)  stored in large amounts in tissues 
B)  easily destroyed or removed during food storage and preparation 
C)  circulate freely in the blood 
D)  generally do not result in toxicity 
E)  dissolve in water

Question 2

Why are niacin recommendations often given as mg niacin equivalents?

Accepted Answer

Niacin equivalents are used to

Question 3

Provide recommendations for preparation and storage of food to prevent excessive water-soluble vitamin losses.

Accepted Answer

To prevent excessive water-soluble vitam

Question 4

Identify groups of people who may require supplements of water-soluble vitamins and explain why.

Accepted Answer

Groups of people who may require supplem

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a way of preserving vitamins in foods?

Accepted Answer

A)  refrigerating foods in airtight, moisture-proof containers 
B)  using plenty of water when preparing and cooking foods 
C)  eating fruits and vegetables as soon as possible after harvesting or purchase 
D)  avoiding peeling fruits like apples and pears 
E)  cooking fresh fruits and vegetables on low heat and avoiding long heat exposure 
A)  refrigerating foods in airtight, moisture-proof containers 
B)  using plenty of water when preparing and cooking foods 
C)  eating fruits and vegetables as soon as possible after harvesting or purchase 
D)  avoiding peeling fruits like apples and pears 
E)  cooking fresh fruits and vegetables on low heat and avoiding long heat exposure

Question 6

Which foods provide the richest source of folic acid?

Accepted Answer

A)  eggs and dairy 
B)  fish and shellfish 
C)  fortified cereals 
D)  spinach and broccoli 
E)  citrus fruits and bell peppers 
A)  eggs and dairy 
B)  fish and shellfish 
C)  fortified cereals 
D)  spinach and broccoli 
E)  citrus fruits and bell peppers

Question 7

Folate recommendations increase from 400 to 600 mcg dietary folate equivalent (DFE) for which individuals? Explain why.

Accepted Answer

Folate recommendations increas

Question 8

Which list contains only vitamins that play a role in red blood cell health?

Accepted Answer

A)  thiamin, riboflavin, vitamin B12 
B)  niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin C 
C)  vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folate 
D)  niacin, vitamin B6, choline 
E)  vitamin B6, vitamin B12, biotin 
A)  thiamin, riboflavin, vitamin B12 
B)  niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin C 
C)  vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folate 
D)  niacin, vitamin B6, choline 
E)  vitamin B6, vitamin B12, biotin

Question 9

When water-soluble vitamins are consumed in excess the body prevents toxicity by:

Accepted Answer

A)  using vitamins for energy metabolism. 
B)  storing excess in adipose tissue. 
C)  storing excess in the liver. 
D)  excreting them in the feces. 
E)  excreting them in the urine. 
A)  using vitamins for energy metabolism. 
B)  storing excess in adipose tissue. 
C)  storing excess in the liver. 
D)  excreting them in the feces. 
E)  excreting them in the urine.

Question 10

High-dose folic acid can mask a _____ deficiency.

Accepted Answer

A)  biotin 
B)  choline 
C)  pantothenic acid 
D)  vitamin B6 
E)  vitamin B12 
A)  biotin 
B)  choline 
C)  pantothenic acid 
D)  vitamin B6 
E)  vitamin B12

Question 11

Smokers have a higher RDA level for which water-soluble vitamin?

Accepted Answer

A)  niacin 
B)  thiamin 
C)  vitamin C 
D)  vitamin B6 
E)  vitamin B12 
A)  niacin 
B)  thiamin 
C)  vitamin C 
D)  vitamin B6 
E)  vitamin B12

Question 12

Which vitamin has a Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) based on gastrointestinal discomfort?

Accepted Answer

A)  thiamin 
B)  vitamin C 
C)  pantothenic acid 
D)  vitamin B6 
E)  choline 
A)  thiamin 
B)  vitamin C 
C)  pantothenic acid 
D)  vitamin B6 
E)  choline

Question 13

A patient with a poor diet showing symptoms of diarrhea, confusion, and discoloration of the skin suggests a possible:

Accepted Answer

A)  thiamin deficiency. 
B)  niacin deficiency. 
C)  vitamin B6 deficiency. 
D)  vitamin B12 deficiency. 
E)  vitamin C deficiency. 
A)  thiamin deficiency. 
B)  niacin deficiency. 
C)  vitamin B6 deficiency. 
D)  vitamin B12 deficiency. 
E)  vitamin C deficiency.

Question 14

Which action does not preserve water-soluble vitamins in foods?

Accepted Answer

A)  freezing 
B)  refrigerating 
C)  storing in airtight containers 
D)  removing the peel from fruits and vegetables 
E)  reducing use of water and using shorter times when cooking 
A)  freezing 
B)  refrigerating 
C)  storing in airtight containers 
D)  removing the peel from fruits and vegetables 
E)  reducing use of water and using shorter times when cooking

Question 15

A patient showing poor wound healing, bruising, joint pain, and bleeding gums may have a deficiency of:

Accepted Answer

A)  thiamin. 
B)  niacin. 
C)  vitamin B6. 
D)  vitamin B12. 
E)  vitamin C. 
A)  thiamin. 
B)  niacin. 
C)  vitamin B6. 
D)  vitamin B12. 
E)  vitamin C.

Question 16

Which foods provide the richest source of riboflavin?

Accepted Answer

A)  eggs, dairy, nuts, and fish 
B)  olive, sunflower, and canola oils 
C)  oranges and apples 
D)  lentils and pinto beans 
E)  leafy greens 
A)  eggs, dairy, nuts, and fish 
B)  olive, sunflower, and canola oils 
C)  oranges and apples 
D)  lentils and pinto beans 
E)  leafy greens

Question 17

A patient with a poor diet shows fatigue, muscle weakness and pain, and emotional disturbances, suggesting a possible:

Accepted Answer

A)  thiamin deficiency. 
B)  niacin deficiency. 
C)  vitamin B6 deficiency. 
D)  vitamin B12 deficiency. 
E)  folate deficiency. 
A)  thiamin deficiency. 
B)  niacin deficiency. 
C)  vitamin B6 deficiency. 
D)  vitamin B12 deficiency. 
E)  folate deficiency.

Question 18

Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome results from:

Accepted Answer

A)  thiamin deficiency due to alcoholism. 
B)  niacin deficiency due to low protein intake. 
C)  vitamin B6 due to low consumption of organ meats. 
D)  riboflavin deficiency due to low dairy intake. 
E)  vitamin C due to low fruit and vegetable consumption. 
A)  thiamin deficiency due to alcoholism. 
B)  niacin deficiency due to low protein intake. 
C)  vitamin B6 due to low consumption of organ meats. 
D)  riboflavin deficiency due to low dairy intake. 
E)  vitamin C due to low fruit and vegetable consumption.

Question 19

Consumption of 10 mcg of folate as cooked spinach and 10 mcg of supplemental folic acid results in:

Accepted Answer

A)  20 mcg DFE. 
B)  22 mcg DFE. 
C)  27 mcg DFE. 
D)  30 mcg DFE. 
E)  40 mcg DFE. 
A)  20 mcg DFE. 
B)  22 mcg DFE. 
C)  27 mcg DFE. 
D)  30 mcg DFE. 
E)  40 mcg DFE.

Question 20

Which list contains only vitamins whose deficiency can cause anemia?

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin B6, vitamin B12, thiamin 
B)  vitamin B6, retinoids, vitamin K 
C)  vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folate 
D)  biotin, vitamin B12, folate 
E)  vitamin B6, thiamin, niacin 
A)  vitamin B6, vitamin B12, thiamin 
B)  vitamin B6, retinoids, vitamin K 
C)  vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folate 
D)  biotin, vitamin B12, folate 
E)  vitamin B6, thiamin, niacin

Which of the following is NOT a general property of water-soluble vitamins?

Why are niacin recommendations often given as mg niacin equivalents?

Provide recommendations for preparation and storage of food to prevent excessive water-soluble vitamin losses.

Identify groups of people who may require supplements of water-soluble vitamins and explain why.

Which of the following is NOT a way of preserving vitamins in foods?

Which foods provide the richest source of folic acid?

Folate recommendations increase from 400 to 600 mcg dietary folate equivalent (DFE) for which individuals? Explain why.

Which list contains only vitamins that play a role in red blood cell health?

When water-soluble vitamins are consumed in excess the body prevents toxicity by:

High-dose folic acid can mask a _____ deficiency.

Smokers have a higher RDA level for which water-soluble vitamin?

Which vitamin has a Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) based on gastrointestinal discomfort?

A patient with a poor diet showing symptoms of diarrhea, confusion, and discoloration of the skin suggests a possible:

Which action does not preserve water-soluble vitamins in foods?

A patient showing poor wound healing, bruising, joint pain, and bleeding gums may have a deficiency of:

Which foods provide the richest source of riboflavin?

A patient with a poor diet shows fatigue, muscle weakness and pain, and emotional disturbances, suggesting a possible:

Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome results from:

Consumption of 10 mcg of folate as cooked spinach and 10 mcg of supplemental folic acid results in:

Which list contains only vitamins whose deficiency can cause anemia?

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Exam 8: Water-Soluble Vitamins

Which of the following is NOT a general property of water-soluble vitamins?

Why are niacin recommendations often given as mg niacin equivalents?

Provide recommendations for preparation and storage of food to prevent excessive water-soluble vitamin losses.

Identify groups of people who may require supplements of water-soluble vitamins and explain why.

Which of the following is NOT a way of preserving vitamins in foods?

Which foods provide the richest source of folic acid?

Folate recommendations increase from 400 to 600 mcg dietary folate equivalent (DFE) for which individuals? Explain why.

Which list contains only vitamins that play a role in red blood cell health?

When water-soluble vitamins are consumed in excess the body prevents toxicity by:

High-dose folic acid can mask a _____ deficiency.

Smokers have a higher RDA level for which water-soluble vitamin?

Which vitamin has a Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) based on gastrointestinal discomfort?

A patient with a poor diet showing symptoms of diarrhea, confusion, and discoloration of the skin suggests a possible:

Which action does not preserve water-soluble vitamins in foods?

A patient showing poor wound healing, bruising, joint pain, and bleeding gums may have a deficiency of:

Which foods provide the richest source of riboflavin?

A patient with a poor diet shows fatigue, muscle weakness and pain, and emotional disturbances, suggesting a possible:

Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome results from:

Consumption of 10 mcg of folate as cooked spinach and 10 mcg of supplemental folic acid results in:

Which list contains only vitamins whose deficiency can cause anemia?

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Major Minerals and Water

Trace Minerals

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