Question 1

The most common type of anemia is:

Accepted Answer

A)  megaloblastic anemia due to folate deficiency. 
B)  megaloblastic anemia due to vitamin B12 deficiency. 
C)  pernicious anemia due to lack of vitamin B12 absorption. 
D)  iron-deficiency anemia. 
A)  megaloblastic anemia due to folate deficiency. 
B)  megaloblastic anemia due to vitamin B12 deficiency. 
C)  pernicious anemia due to lack of vitamin B12 absorption. 
D)  iron-deficiency anemia. D

Question 2

When adequate calcium and iron are consumed from naturally occurring food sources, it is likely that the intake of other minerals is also adequate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

indicate whether each of the foods listed is considered a good source of calcium.
-Vitamin water

Accepted Answer

A)  Good source of calcium 
B)  Not a good source of calcium 
A)  Good source of calcium 
B)  Not a good source of calcium B

Question 4

Amenorrheic runners and ballet dancers have a high prevalence of osteopenia because lack of estrogen is a powerful influence on the loss of calcium from bone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Calcium metabolism is under substantial hormonal control.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which period of time is associated with the most rapid loss of bone mass?

Accepted Answer

A)  Age 20 to 35 years 
B)  Age 35 to 50 years 
C)  First ten years after menopause 
D)  After males are 65 years or older 
A)  Age 20 to 35 years 
B)  Age 35 to 50 years 
C)  First ten years after menopause 
D)  After males are 65 years or older

Question 7

Excretion of minerals is usually low.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

At what age does peak bone mineral density occur (assume adequate calcium intake)?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 to 20 years 
B)  20 to 35 years 
C)  35 to 60 years 
D)  After age 60 
A)  10 to 20 years 
B)  20 to 35 years 
C)  35 to 60 years 
D)  After age 60

Question 9

The mineral most closely associated with proper immune function is:

Accepted Answer

A)  zinc. 
B)  sodium. 
C)  calcium. 
D)  selenium. 
A)  zinc. 
B)  sodium. 
C)  calcium. 
D)  selenium.

Question 10

Multimineral supplements have been carefully formulated and tested to make sure that the amounts contained do not interfere with absorption.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Most adults in the U.S. consume an adequate amount of minerals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

indicate whether each of the foods listed is considered a good source of calcium.
-Green, leafy vegetables (e.g., broccoli, collard greens, green cabbage)

Accepted Answer

A)  Good source of calcium 
B)  Not a good source of calcium 
A)  Good source of calcium 
B)  Not a good source of calcium

Question 13

Write a compelling argument for obtaining all minerals from naturally occurring food sources. Write an equally compelling argument for the use of mineral supplements. Describe an evaluation process that an athlete could use to determine a strategy for adequate mineral intake.

Accepted Answer

Compelling argument for obtaining all mi

Question 14

Describe if, and how, exercise increases the need for or accelerates the loss of a particular mineral.

Accepted Answer

Exercise can increase the need for certa

Question 15

Hemoglobin is an iron-containing protein.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

match each condition described with the most closely associated stage.
-Osteopenia

Accepted Answer

A)  No deficiency 
B)  Sub-clinical deficiency 
C)  Clinical deficiency 
A)  No deficiency 
B)  Sub-clinical deficiency 
C)  Clinical deficiency

Question 17

Excretion of minerals is generally:

Accepted Answer

A)  zero. 
B)  low. 
C)  moderate. 
D)  high. 
A)  zero. 
B)  low. 
C)  moderate. 
D)  high.

Question 18

Which of the following is true regarding athletes and upper respiratory tract infections (URTI)?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lack of exercise increases risk for URTI 
B)  Moderate exercise decreases risk for URTI 
C)  Prolonged exercise increases risk for URTI 
D)  Any type of exercise decreases risks for URTI 
A)  Lack of exercise increases risk for URTI 
B)  Moderate exercise decreases risk for URTI 
C)  Prolonged exercise increases risk for URTI 
D)  Any type of exercise decreases risks for URTI

Question 19

The two most likely sources of larger-than-normal mineral losses in athletes are:

Accepted Answer

A)  urine and sweat. 
B)  urine and feces. 
C)  sweat and feces. 
D)  sweat and gastrointestinal bleeding. 
A)  urine and sweat. 
B)  urine and feces. 
C)  sweat and feces. 
D)  sweat and gastrointestinal bleeding.

Question 20

The type of bone that has the highest turnover is:

Accepted Answer

A)  cartilage. 
B)  cortical bone. 
C)  trabecular bone. 
A)  cartilage. 
B)  cortical bone. 
C)  trabecular bone.

The most common type of anemia is:

When adequate calcium and iron are consumed from naturally occurring food sources, it is likely that the intake of other minerals is also adequate.

indicate whether each of the foods listed is considered a good source of calcium. -Vitamin water

Amenorrheic runners and ballet dancers have a high prevalence of osteopenia because lack of estrogen is a powerful influence on the loss of calcium from bone.

Calcium metabolism is under substantial hormonal control.

Which period of time is associated with the most rapid loss of bone mass?

Excretion of minerals is usually low.

At what age does peak bone mineral density occur (assume adequate calcium intake)?

The mineral most closely associated with proper immune function is:

Multimineral supplements have been carefully formulated and tested to make sure that the amounts contained do not interfere with absorption.

Most adults in the U.S. consume an adequate amount of minerals.

indicate whether each of the foods listed is considered a good source of calcium. -Green, leafy vegetables (e.g., broccoli, collard greens, green cabbage)

Write a compelling argument for obtaining all minerals from naturally occurring food sources. Write an equally compelling argument for the use of mineral supplements. Describe an evaluation process that an athlete could use to determine a strategy for adequate mineral intake.

Describe if, and how, exercise increases the need for or accelerates the loss of a particular mineral.

Hemoglobin is an iron-containing protein.

match each condition described with the most closely associated stage. -Osteopenia

Excretion of minerals is generally:

Which of the following is true regarding athletes and upper respiratory tract infections (URTI)?

The two most likely sources of larger-than-normal mineral losses in athletes are:

The type of bone that has the highest turnover is:

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

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Exam 9: Minerals

The most common type of anemia is:

When adequate calcium and iron are consumed from naturally occurring food sources, it is likely that the intake of other minerals is also adequate.

indicate whether each of the foods listed is considered a good source of calcium. -Vitamin water

Amenorrheic runners and ballet dancers have a high prevalence of osteopenia because lack of estrogen is a powerful influence on the loss of calcium from bone.

Calcium metabolism is under substantial hormonal control.

Which period of time is associated with the most rapid loss of bone mass?

Excretion of minerals is usually low.

At what age does peak bone mineral density occur (assume adequate calcium intake)?

The mineral most closely associated with proper immune function is:

Multimineral supplements have been carefully formulated and tested to make sure that the amounts contained do not interfere with absorption.

Most adults in the U.S. consume an adequate amount of minerals.

indicate whether each of the foods listed is considered a good source of calcium. -Green, leafy vegetables (e.g., broccoli, collard greens, green cabbage)

Write a compelling argument for obtaining all minerals from naturally occurring food sources. Write an equally compelling argument for the use of mineral supplements. Describe an evaluation process that an athlete could use to determine a strategy for adequate mineral intake.

Describe if, and how, exercise increases the need for or accelerates the loss of a particular mineral.

Hemoglobin is an iron-containing protein.

match each condition described with the most closely associated stage. -Osteopenia

Excretion of minerals is generally:

Which of the following is true regarding athletes and upper respiratory tract infections (URTI)?

The two most likely sources of larger-than-normal mineral losses in athletes are:

The type of bone that has the highest turnover is:

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

Filters