Question 1

The rate of confirmed cases of celiac disease is increasing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Symptoms associated with MSG sensitivity include migraine headaches.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which food can be safely consumed by a person with celiac disease?

Accepted Answer

A) beer 
B) buckwheat 
C) barley 
D) cake 
E) macaroni and cheese 
A) beer 
B) buckwheat 
C) barley 
D) cake 
E) macaroni and cheese

Question 4

Tyramine is most likely found in _____.

Accepted Answer

A) gravy 
B) baked goods 
C) fruit juice 
D) soy sauce 
E) guacamole 
A) gravy 
B) baked goods 
C) fruit juice 
D) soy sauce 
E) guacamole

Question 5

​Symptoms of lactose maldigestion are due to the breakdown of undigested lactose by bacteria in the lower intestine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

According to the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004,_____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​prepackaged foods can not contain any of the "big eight" foods related to allergies 
B) food ingredient labels are now required to state clearly whether the food contains one or more of the big eight allergenic foods 
C) food ingredient labels are now required to state clearly whether the food contains any potential food allergy 
D) food manufacturers must manufacture all packaged foods containing the "big eight" in a separate facility to eliminate the possibility of cross contamination 
E) ​food manufacturers must post warnings regarding potential food allergies on their company website 
A) ​prepackaged foods can not contain any of the "big eight" foods related to allergies 
B) food ingredient labels are now required to state clearly whether the food contains one or more of the big eight allergenic foods 
C) food ingredient labels are now required to state clearly whether the food contains any potential food allergy 
D) food manufacturers must manufacture all packaged foods containing the "big eight" in a separate facility to eliminate the possibility of cross contamination 
E) ​food manufacturers must post warnings regarding potential food allergies on their company website

Question 7

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​celiac disease

Accepted Answer

A) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system 
B) body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful 
C) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system 
D) substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system 
E) proteins the body makes to combat allergens
F)substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
G)serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
H)autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
I)test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
J)disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
K)term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase 
A) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system 
B) body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful 
C) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system 
D) substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system 
E) proteins the body makes to combat allergens
F)substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
G)serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
H)autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
I)test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
J)disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
K)term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase

Question 8

Which food is one of the eight most common causes of food allergies?

Accepted Answer

A) ​rice 
B) beans 
C) pineapple 
D) spinach 
E) eggs 
A) ​rice 
B) beans 
C) pineapple 
D) spinach 
E) eggs

Question 9

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​antibodies

Accepted Answer

A) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system 
B) body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful 
C) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system 
D) substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system 
E) proteins the body makes to combat allergens
F)substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
G)serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
H)autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
I)test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
J)disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
K)term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase 
A) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system 
B) body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful 
C) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system 
D) substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system 
E) proteins the body makes to combat allergens
F)substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
G)serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
H)autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
I)test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
J)disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
K)term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase

Question 10

What is the best way to determine if you have a food intolerance?

Accepted Answer

A) a skin prick test 
B) the double-blind,placebo-controlled food challenge 
C) saliva testing 
D) a urine analysis 
E) ​identification of specific types of IgE 
A) a skin prick test 
B) the double-blind,placebo-controlled food challenge 
C) saliva testing 
D) a urine analysis 
E) ​identification of specific types of IgE

Question 11

Food intolerances do not produce any of the same reactions as food allergies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Children and adults with a severe allergy to peanuts,nuts,fish,or _____ will likely have to eliminate the food from their diet for their lifetime.

Accepted Answer

A) cow's milk 
B) eggs 
C) shellfish 
D) soy 
E) wheat 
A) cow's milk 
B) eggs 
C) shellfish 
D) soy 
E) wheat

Question 13

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​

Accepted Answer

A) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system 
B) body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful 
C) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system 
D) substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system 
E) proteins the body makes to combat allergens
F)substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
G)serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
H)autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
I)test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
J)disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
K)term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase 
A) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system 
B) body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful 
C) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system 
D) substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system 
E) proteins the body makes to combat allergens
F)substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
G)serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
H)autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
I)test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
J)disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
K)term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase

Question 14

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​immune system

Accepted Answer

A) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system 
B) body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful 
C) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system 
D) substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system 
E) proteins the body makes to combat allergens
F)substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
G)serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
H)autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
I)test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
J)disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
K)term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase 
A) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system 
B) body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful 
C) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system 
D) substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system 
E) proteins the body makes to combat allergens
F)substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
G)serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
H)autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
I)test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
J)disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
K)term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase

Question 15

Carlota is a 35-year-old who has just been diagnosed with celiac disease.She also has a life-threatening allergy to peanuts and tree nuts.She has not had a problem eliminating peanuts and tree nuts from her diet,but she is concerned that she will have a difficult time modifying her diet to treat her celiac disease.In addition to these dietary concerns,she has recently noticed that when she eats ice cream or cottage cheese she experiences terrible abdominal pain,bloating,and flatulence.She has made an appointment with her health care provider to determine the type of problem with which she is dealing.
-If Carlota is unsure whether a particular food will cause her celiac disease to flare-up,she should _____.

Accepted Answer

A) consult a registered dietitian 
B) try a small amount of the food and see how she feels 
C) look for the label "gluten-free" before consuming the product 
D) take an antihistamine before trying the food 
E) try a skin prick test 
A) consult a registered dietitian 
B) try a small amount of the food and see how she feels 
C) look for the label "gluten-free" before consuming the product 
D) take an antihistamine before trying the food 
E) try a skin prick test

Question 16

​Symptoms of lactose intolerance include _____.

Accepted Answer

A) ​a runny nose and cough 
B) hives or a rash 
C) abdominal pain,bloating,and diarrhea 
D) swelling of the face and hands 
E) ​asthma and congestion​ 
A) ​a runny nose and cough 
B) hives or a rash 
C) abdominal pain,bloating,and diarrhea 
D) swelling of the face and hands 
E) ​asthma and congestion​

Question 17

​Match each term with the appropriate definition.
-​food intolerance

Accepted Answer

A) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system 
B) body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful 
C) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system 
D) substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system 
E) proteins the body makes to combat allergens
F)substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
G)serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
H)autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
I)test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
J)disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
K)term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase 
A) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that involves the body's immune system 
B) body tissues that provide protection against bacteria,viruses,and other substances identified by cells as harmful 
C) adverse reaction to a normally harmless substance in food that does not directly involve the body's immune system 
D) substance in food that is identified as harmful by the body and elicits an allergic reaction from the immune system 
E) proteins the body makes to combat allergens
F)substance released in allergic reactions that causes dilation of the blood vessels,itching,and hives
G)serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and can cause death
H)autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the small intestine lining related to genetically based intolerance to gluten
I)test used to determine the presence of a food allergy or other adverse reaction to a food
J)disorder characterized by reduced digestion of lactose due to low availability of lactase
K)term for gastrointestinal symptoms resulting from consumption of more lactose than can be digested with available lactase

Question 18

In the United States,a "gluten-free," "without gluten," "no gluten," or "free of gluten" label on a food package means that _____.

Accepted Answer

A) the food contains no gluten 
B) individuals with certain disorders do not have to read the ingredient labels 
C) the food contains less than 10 parts per million of gluten 
D) the food contains less than 20 parts per million of gluten 
E) the food contains less than 30 parts per million of gluten 
A) the food contains no gluten 
B) individuals with certain disorders do not have to read the ingredient labels 
C) the food contains less than 10 parts per million of gluten 
D) the food contains less than 20 parts per million of gluten 
E) the food contains less than 30 parts per million of gluten

Question 19

How is celiac disease treated?

Accepted Answer

A) gluten-free diet 
B) lactose-free diet 
C) immunotherapy 
D) epinephrine 
E) antihistamine 
A) gluten-free diet 
B) lactose-free diet 
C) immunotherapy 
D) epinephrine 
E) antihistamine

Question 20

The gold standard test used to diagnose food allergies is _____.

Accepted Answer

A) ​a small bowel biopsy and examination of cells for signs of damage 
B) the double-blind,placebo-controlled food challenge 
C) saliva testing 
D) a skin prick test 
E) identification of specific types of IgE 
A) ​a small bowel biopsy and examination of cells for signs of damage 
B) the double-blind,placebo-controlled food challenge 
C) saliva testing 
D) a skin prick test 
E) identification of specific types of IgE

Exam 17: Food Allergies and Intolerances

The rate of confirmed cases of celiac disease is increasing.

Symptoms associated with MSG sensitivity include migraine headaches.

Which food can be safely consumed by a person with celiac disease?

Tyramine is most likely found in _____.

​Symptoms of lactose maldigestion are due to the breakdown of undigested lactose by bacteria in the lower intestine.

According to the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004,_____.​

​Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​celiac disease

Which food is one of the eight most common causes of food allergies?

​Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​antibodies

What is the best way to determine if you have a food intolerance?

Food intolerances do not produce any of the same reactions as food allergies.

Children and adults with a severe allergy to peanuts,nuts,fish,or _____ will likely have to eliminate the food from their diet for their lifetime.

​Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​

​Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​immune system

​Symptoms of lactose intolerance include _____.

​Match each term with the appropriate definition. -​food intolerance

In the United States,a "gluten-free," "without gluten," "no gluten," or "free of gluten" label on a food package means that _____.

How is celiac disease treated?

The gold standard test used to diagnose food allergies is _____.

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Symptoms of lactose maldigestion are due to the breakdown of undigested lactose by bacteria in the lower intestine.

According to the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004,_____.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -celiac disease

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -antibodies

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -immune system

Symptoms of lactose intolerance include _____.

Match each term with the appropriate definition. -food intolerance