Question 1

Compare and contrast the average intake of minerals by sedentary adults and athletes in the United States.

Accepted Answer

Sedentary adults and athletes in the Uni

Question 2

In the absence of a deficiency, as mineral consumption increases the amount absorbed:

Accepted Answer

A)  increases. 
B)  decreases. 
C)  stays the same. 
A)  increases. 
B)  decreases. 
C)  stays the same.

Question 3

Normal hematocrit is defined as:

Accepted Answer

A)  30% for women; 35% for men. 
B)  42% for women; 45% for men. 
C)  14 g/dl for women; 15 g/dl for men. 
D)  12-16 g/dl for both women and men. 
A)  30% for women; 35% for men. 
B)  42% for women; 45% for men. 
C)  14 g/dl for women; 15 g/dl for men. 
D)  12-16 g/dl for both women and men.

Question 4

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once.
-Vanadium

Accepted Answer

A) Meat and milk 
B) Should not be added to foods 
C) Dried peas and beans 
D) Dairy products 
E) Salt and salt-water fish 
A) Meat and milk 
B) Should not be added to foods 
C) Dried peas and beans 
D) Dairy products 
E) Salt and salt-water fish

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a basic function of minerals?

Accepted Answer

A)  Building body tissue 
B)  Regulating physiological processes 
C)  Providing energy for metabolism 
D)  Maintaining fluid balance 
A)  Building body tissue 
B)  Regulating physiological processes 
C)  Providing energy for metabolism 
D)  Maintaining fluid balance

Question 6

Amenorrhea in female athletes is associated with low estrogen secretion that results in the loss of calcium from bone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Discuss the minerals associated with bone formation, red blood cell production, and the immune system, and explain how low intake affects performance and health.

Accepted Answer

Bone formation, red blood cell productio

Question 8

What is the recommended daily dose of supplemental zinc?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 mg 
B)  15 mg 
C)  30 mg 
D)  40 mg 
A)  10 mg 
B)  15 mg 
C)  30 mg 
D)  40 mg

Question 9

Calcium and iron compete with each other for absorption.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The most prevalent clinical mineral deficiencies in the U.S are iron and calcium.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Explain how mineral inadequacies and excesses can occur and why each might be detrimental to performance and health.

Accepted Answer

Mineral inadequacies and excesses can oc

Question 12

While loss of bone calcium is prevalent in older women, older men rarely lose bone calcium.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

match each condition described with the most closely associated stage.
-Early calcium re-absorption from bone (no symptoms)

Accepted Answer

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

Question 14

match each condition described with the most closely associated stage.
-Iron deficiency without anemia

Accepted Answer

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

Question 15

What effect does a low vitamin D concentration have on calcium absorption?

Accepted Answer

A)  Increases calcium absorption 
B)  Decreases calcium absorption 
C)  No effect on calcium absorption 
A)  Increases calcium absorption 
B)  Decreases calcium absorption 
C)  No effect on calcium absorption

Question 16

The male athlete most likely to manifest iron-deficiency anemia is a:

Accepted Answer

A)  strength athlete engaging in high volume resistance training. 
B)  wrestler who "makes weight" by dehydrating. 
C)  "stop and go" athlete. 
D)  long-distance runner. 
A)  strength athlete engaging in high volume resistance training. 
B)  wrestler who "makes weight" by dehydrating. 
C)  "stop and go" athlete. 
D)  long-distance runner.

Question 17

How do minerals differ from water-soluble vitamins?

Accepted Answer

A)  Minerals are organic; water-soluble vitamins are inorganic 
B)  Minerals are not well absorbed; water-soluble vitamins are well absorbed 
C)  Minerals have a higher margin of safety 
D)  None of the above 
A)  Minerals are organic; water-soluble vitamins are inorganic 
B)  Minerals are not well absorbed; water-soluble vitamins are well absorbed 
C)  Minerals have a higher margin of safety 
D)  None of the above

Question 18

The female athlete most likely to manifest iron-deficiency anemia is an athlete who:

Accepted Answer

A)  chronically restricts energy intake. 
B)  only eats three times per day. 
C)  is chronically dehydrated. 
D)  consumes a low-fiber diet. 
A)  chronically restricts energy intake. 
B)  only eats three times per day. 
C)  is chronically dehydrated. 
D)  consumes a low-fiber diet.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 20

Heme iron, a well-absorbed form of iron, is found in food of _____ origin.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Heme iron, a well-absorbed form of iron,...

Compare and contrast the average intake of minerals by sedentary adults and athletes in the United States.

In the absence of a deficiency, as mineral consumption increases the amount absorbed:

Normal hematocrit is defined as:

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once. -Vanadium

Which of the following is NOT a basic function of minerals?

Amenorrhea in female athletes is associated with low estrogen secretion that results in the loss of calcium from bone.

Discuss the minerals associated with bone formation, red blood cell production, and the immune system, and explain how low intake affects performance and health.

What is the recommended daily dose of supplemental zinc?

Calcium and iron compete with each other for absorption.

The most prevalent clinical mineral deficiencies in the U.S are iron and calcium.

Explain how mineral inadequacies and excesses can occur and why each might be detrimental to performance and health.

While loss of bone calcium is prevalent in older women, older men rarely lose bone calcium.

match each condition described with the most closely associated stage. -Early calcium re-absorption from bone (no symptoms)

match each condition described with the most closely associated stage. -Iron deficiency without anemia

What effect does a low vitamin D concentration have on calcium absorption?

The male athlete most likely to manifest iron-deficiency anemia is a:

How do minerals differ from water-soluble vitamins?

The female athlete most likely to manifest iron-deficiency anemia is an athlete who:

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

Heme iron, a well-absorbed form of iron, is found in food of _____ origin.

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Exam 9: Minerals

Compare and contrast the average intake of minerals by sedentary adults and athletes in the United States.

In the absence of a deficiency, as mineral consumption increases the amount absorbed:

Normal hematocrit is defined as:

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once. -Vanadium

Which of the following is NOT a basic function of minerals?

Amenorrhea in female athletes is associated with low estrogen secretion that results in the loss of calcium from bone.

Discuss the minerals associated with bone formation, red blood cell production, and the immune system, and explain how low intake affects performance and health.

What is the recommended daily dose of supplemental zinc?

Calcium and iron compete with each other for absorption.

The most prevalent clinical mineral deficiencies in the U.S are iron and calcium.

Explain how mineral inadequacies and excesses can occur and why each might be detrimental to performance and health.

While loss of bone calcium is prevalent in older women, older men rarely lose bone calcium.

match each condition described with the most closely associated stage. -Early calcium re-absorption from bone (no symptoms)

match each condition described with the most closely associated stage. -Iron deficiency without anemia

What effect does a low vitamin D concentration have on calcium absorption?

The male athlete most likely to manifest iron-deficiency anemia is a:

How do minerals differ from water-soluble vitamins?

The female athlete most likely to manifest iron-deficiency anemia is an athlete who:

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

Heme iron, a well-absorbed form of iron, is found in food of _____ origin.

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