Question 1

Nikki has a disease that interferes with the production of lipase in her pancreas. Based on this information, a sign of this disease is

Accepted Answer

A)  lack of saliva in the mouth. 
B)  low C-reactive protein in blood. 
C)  ulcer formation in the stomach. 
D)  high amounts of fat in the stools. 
A)  lack of saliva in the mouth. 
B)  low C-reactive protein in blood. 
C)  ulcer formation in the stomach. 
D)  high amounts of fat in the stools.

Question 2

Amber is underweight. To keep warm in chilly environments, she wears more clothing than her overweight friend Kim. Why?

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A)  Compared to Kim, Amber has a higher HDL cholesterol level. 
B)  Compared to Kim, Amber has more phospholipids in her cell membranes. 
C)  Compared to Kim, Amber doesn't have as much insulating fat under her skin. 
D)  Compared to Kim, Amber consumes more partially hydrogenated fatty acids. 
A)  Compared to Kim, Amber has a higher HDL cholesterol level. 
B)  Compared to Kim, Amber has more phospholipids in her cell membranes. 
C)  Compared to Kim, Amber doesn't have as much insulating fat under her skin. 
D)  Compared to Kim, Amber consumes more partially hydrogenated fatty acids.

Question 3

Carlos has a family history of heart disease and stroke. To lower his risk of cardiovascular disease, Carlos should

Accepted Answer

A)  use stick margarine instead of olive oil. 
B)  learn relaxation techniques to manage his emotional stress level. 
C)  eat less fatty fish such as tuna and salmon. 
D)  eat more foods that are sources of solid fat. 
A)  use stick margarine instead of olive oil. 
B)  learn relaxation techniques to manage his emotional stress level. 
C)  eat less fatty fish such as tuna and salmon. 
D)  eat more foods that are sources of solid fat.

Question 4

Carter wants to lower his blood cholesterol level. Based on this information, he should limit his intake of

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A)  whole-grain products. 
B)  butter and beef. 
C)  nuts and seeds. 
D)  fruit juices. 
A)  whole-grain products. 
B)  butter and beef. 
C)  nuts and seeds. 
D)  fruit juices.

Question 5

Which of the following statements is true?

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A)  Arteriosclerosis causes increased blood flow in arteries. 
B)  Arterial plaque can result in blocked blood vessels. 
C)  People with arteriosclerosis have a lower than average risk of developing hypertension. 
D)  Arterial plaque causes the lining of the affected artery to become abnormally smooth. 
A)  Arteriosclerosis causes increased blood flow in arteries. 
B)  Arterial plaque can result in blocked blood vessels. 
C)  People with arteriosclerosis have a lower than average risk of developing hypertension. 
D)  Arterial plaque causes the lining of the affected artery to become abnormally smooth.

Question 6

Bill would like to follow recommendations that would reduce his risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Based on this information, Bill should

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A)  consume more saturated fat. 
B)  smoke no more than a pack of cigarettes daily. 
C)  become more physically active. 
D)  reduce his intake of soluble fiber. 
A)  consume more saturated fat. 
B)  smoke no more than a pack of cigarettes daily. 
C)  become more physically active. 
D)  reduce his intake of soluble fiber.

Question 7

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of saturated fat and cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

A)  Sunflower seeds 
B)  Coconut oil 
C)  Peanut butter 
D)  Whole milk 
A)  Sunflower seeds 
B)  Coconut oil 
C)  Peanut butter 
D)  Whole milk

Question 8

Chylomicrons ______.

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A)  metabolize cholesterol for energy in the liver. 
B)  are a source of partially hydrogenated oils. 
C)  are eliminated in urine. 
D)  transport lipids from the small intestine. 
A)  metabolize cholesterol for energy in the liver. 
B)  are a source of partially hydrogenated oils. 
C)  are eliminated in urine. 
D)  transport lipids from the small intestine.

Question 9

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  Coconut oil 
B)  Canola oil 
C)  Butter fat 
D)  Corn oil 
A)  Coconut oil 
B)  Canola oil 
C)  Butter fat 
D)  Corn oil

Question 10

Jared has arteriosclerosis. Based on this information, he has high risk of

Accepted Answer

A)  low C-reactive protein. 
B)  hypertension. 
C)  elevated HDL cholesterol. 
D)  cancer. 
A)  low C-reactive protein. 
B)  hypertension. 
C)  elevated HDL cholesterol. 
D)  cancer.

Question 11

Jason is an endurance athlete training for a triathlon. While he's in training, he wants to follow the Dietary Guidelines recommendations for saturated fat intake. His current diet supplies 3600 kcal per day. To meet the recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines, he should limit his saturated fat intake to less than ____ grams per day.

Accepted Answer

A)  60 
B)  30 
C)  40 
D)  50 
A)  60 
B)  30 
C)  40 
D)  50

Question 12

In the body, fat

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A)  stimulates the production of vitamins and minerals. 
B)  is necessary for the absorption of dietary fiber. 
C)  provides energy. 
D)  speeds up chemical reactions. 
A)  stimulates the production of vitamins and minerals. 
B)  is necessary for the absorption of dietary fiber. 
C)  provides energy. 
D)  speeds up chemical reactions.

Question 13

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  Canned salmon 
B)  2% Milk 
C)  Green peas 
D)  Pork loin 
A)  Canned salmon 
B)  2% Milk 
C)  Green peas 
D)  Pork loin

Question 14

Which of the following characteristics is a known risk factor for the development of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

Accepted Answer

A)  High intake of soluble fiber 
B)  High intakes of vitamin E 
C)  Low intake of trans fat 
D)  Increasing age 
A)  High intake of soluble fiber 
B)  High intakes of vitamin E 
C)  Low intake of trans fat 
D)  Increasing age

Question 15

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  Baked trout 
B)  Brown rice 
C)  Raw carrots 
D)  Jonathan apples 
A)  Baked trout 
B)  Brown rice 
C)  Raw carrots 
D)  Jonathan apples

Question 16

The largest and most dense lipoprotein is a

Accepted Answer

A)  chylomicron. 
B)  VLDL. 
C)  LDL. 
D)  C-reactive protein. 
A)  chylomicron. 
B)  VLDL. 
C)  LDL. 
D)  C-reactive protein.

Question 17

In the body, certain lipids

Accepted Answer

A)  stimulate the production of vitamins and minerals. 
B)  increase the rate of protein absorption. 
C)  are necessary for the absorption of dietary fiber. 
D)  help maintain cell membranes. 
A)  stimulate the production of vitamins and minerals. 
B)  increase the rate of protein absorption. 
C)  are necessary for the absorption of dietary fiber. 
D)  help maintain cell membranes.

Question 18

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  Chicken fat 
B)  Walnut oil 
C)  Cream cheese 
D)  Olive oil 
A)  Chicken fat 
B)  Walnut oil 
C)  Cream cheese 
D)  Olive oil

Question 19

Chylomicrons are a type of ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  metabolic waste product 
B)  lipid fragment 
C)  lipoprotein 
D)  fat-soluble vitamin 
A)  metabolic waste product 
B)  lipid fragment 
C)  lipoprotein 
D)  fat-soluble vitamin

Question 20

Dana wants to reduce her intake of trans fat and saturated fat by eating

Accepted Answer

A)  less beef. 
B)  less soluble fiber. 
C)  more partially-hydrogenated oils. 
D)  more coconut oil. 
A)  less beef. 
B)  less soluble fiber. 
C)  more partially-hydrogenated oils. 
D)  more coconut oil.

Nikki has a disease that interferes with the production of lipase in her pancreas. Based on this information, a sign of this disease is

Amber is underweight. To keep warm in chilly environments, she wears more clothing than her overweight friend Kim. Why?

Carlos has a family history of heart disease and stroke. To lower his risk of cardiovascular disease, Carlos should

Carter wants to lower his blood cholesterol level. Based on this information, he should limit his intake of

Which of the following statements is true?

Bill would like to follow recommendations that would reduce his risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Based on this information, Bill should

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of saturated fat and cholesterol?

Chylomicrons ______.

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids?

Jared has arteriosclerosis. Based on this information, he has high risk of

In the body, fat

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fatty acids?

Which of the following characteristics is a known risk factor for the development of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fatty acids?

The largest and most dense lipoprotein is a

In the body, certain lipids

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids?

Chylomicrons are a type of ______.

Dana wants to reduce her intake of trans fat and saturated fat by eating

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Exam 6: Lipids: Focusing on Fats and Cholesterol

Nikki has a disease that interferes with the production of lipase in her pancreas. Based on this information, a sign of this disease is

Amber is underweight. To keep warm in chilly environments, she wears more clothing than her overweight friend Kim. Why?

Carlos has a family history of heart disease and stroke. To lower his risk of cardiovascular disease, Carlos should

Carter wants to lower his blood cholesterol level. Based on this information, he should limit his intake of

Which of the following statements is true?

Bill would like to follow recommendations that would reduce his risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Based on this information, Bill should

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of saturated fat and cholesterol?

Chylomicrons ______.

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of monounsaturated fatty acids?

Jared has arteriosclerosis. Based on this information, he has high risk of

In the body, fat

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fatty acids?

Which of the following characteristics is a known risk factor for the development of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fatty acids?

The largest and most dense lipoprotein is a

In the body, certain lipids

Which of the following foods is a naturally rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids?

Chylomicrons are a type of ______.

Dana wants to reduce her intake of trans fat and saturated fat by eating

Food Is More Than Something to Eat

Nutrition Information: Fact or Fiction

Making More Nutritious Choices

How Food Becomes You

Carbohydrates: Fuel and Fiber

Proteins: Lifes Building Blocks

Vitamins: Nutrients That Multitask

Key Minerals, Water, and the Nonnutrient Alcohol

Nutrition for a Healthy Weight and Fit Body

Nutrition for Your Life, Environment, and World

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