Question 1

Which of the following plays a vital role in the activities of the thyroid hormones?

Accepted Answer

A)  Magnesium 
B)  Calcium 
C)  Iodine 
D)  Phosphorus 
E)  Iron 
A)  Magnesium 
B)  Calcium 
C)  Iodine 
D)  Phosphorus 
E)  Iron

Question 2

The nutrient that is essential for the production of red blood cells is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  iron 
B)  magnesium 
C)  zinc 
D)  iodine 
E)  calcium 
A)  iron 
B)  magnesium 
C)  zinc 
D)  iodine 
E)  calcium

Question 3

Which of the following is a function of water?

Accepted Answer

A)  It provides a concentrated source of heat and energy. 
B)  It decreases the rate of carbohydrate breakdown and absorption. 
C)  It helps maintain fluid balance in the body and regulates body temperature. 
D)  It serves as an integral part of cell membranes. 
E)  It is involved in bone and tooth formation. 
A)  It provides a concentrated source of heat and energy. 
B)  It decreases the rate of carbohydrate breakdown and absorption. 
C)  It helps maintain fluid balance in the body and regulates body temperature. 
D)  It serves as an integral part of cell membranes. 
E)  It is involved in bone and tooth formation.

Question 4

Which of the following are natural, inorganic substances the body needs to help build and maintain body tissues and carry on life functions?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vitamins 
B)  Fiber 
C)  Minerals 
D)  Carbohydrates 
E)  Triglycerides 
A)  Vitamins 
B)  Fiber 
C)  Minerals 
D)  Carbohydrates 
E)  Triglycerides

Question 5

An increased intake of soluble fiber, a decrease in the dietary intake of saturated fats, and exercise result in ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  reduced cholesterol levels 
B)  increased susceptibility to infection 
C)  poor wound healing 
D)  decreased muscle contraction 
E)  increased absorption of vitamins 
A)  reduced cholesterol levels 
B)  increased susceptibility to infection 
C)  poor wound healing 
D)  decreased muscle contraction 
E)  increased absorption of vitamins

Question 6

Which of the following are signs and symptoms of anorexia nervosa?

Accepted Answer

A)  Feeling out of control while eating 
B)  Cessation of menstruation 
C)  Eating large quantities of food in a short period, followed by purging 
D)  Buying and consuming large quantities of food 
E)  Erosion of tooth enamel 
A)  Feeling out of control while eating 
B)  Cessation of menstruation 
C)  Eating large quantities of food in a short period, followed by purging 
D)  Buying and consuming large quantities of food 
E)  Erosion of tooth enamel

Question 7

Which of the following, supplied mainly by salt, maintains fluid and acid-base balance?

Accepted Answer

A)  Potassium 
B)  Selenium 
C)  Sodium 
D)  Molybdenum 
E)  Magnesium 
A)  Potassium 
B)  Selenium 
C)  Sodium 
D)  Molybdenum 
E)  Magnesium

Question 8

An eating disorder in which people binge-eat and then attempt to counter the effects by self-induced vomiting, use of laxatives or diuretics, and/or excessive exercise is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An eating disorder in which people binge-eat...

Exam 55: Nutrition and Health

Which of the following plays a vital role in the activities of the thyroid hormones?

The nutrient that is essential for the production of red blood cells is ____.

Which of the following is a function of water?

Which of the following are natural, inorganic substances the body needs to help build and maintain body tissues and carry on life functions?

An increased intake of soluble fiber, a decrease in the dietary intake of saturated fats, and exercise result in ____.

Which of the following are signs and symptoms of anorexia nervosa?

Which of the following, supplied mainly by salt, maintains fluid and acid-base balance?

An eating disorder in which people binge-eat and then attempt to counter the effects by self-induced vomiting, use of laxatives or diuretics, and/or excessive exercise is ________.

Introduction to Medical Assisting

Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Professionalism and Success

Interpersonal Communication

Legal and Ethical Issues

Basic Safety and Infection Control

Patient Reception

Office Equipment and Supplies

Examination and Treatment Areas

Written and Electronic Documents

Medical Records and Documentation

Electronic Health Records

Telephone Techniques

Patient Education

Managing Medical Records

Schedule Management

Insurance and Billing

Diagnostic Coding

Procedure Coding

Patient Billing and Collection

Financial Management Key

Organization of the Body

The Integumentary System

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Cardiovascular System

The Blood

The Lymphatic and Immune Systems

The Respiratory System

The Nervous System

The Urinary System

The Reproductive System

The Digestive System

The Endocrine System

Special Senses

Patient Interview and History

Vital Signs and Measurements

Assisting With a General Physical Examination

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Geriatrics

Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Assisting With Eye and Ear Care

Assisting With Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Specimens

Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

Diagnostic Imaging

Principles of Pharmacology

Dosage Calculation

Medication Administration

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Practice Management

Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for the World of Work

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