Question 1

Which of the following nutrients can the body store the most of in the least amount of space?

Accepted Answer

A) Protein 
B) Glucose 
C) Fat 
D) Glycogen 
A) Protein 
B) Glucose 
C) Fat 
D) Glycogen

Question 2

Generally speaking, saturated fatty acids are contributed primarily by plant foods, whereas polyunsaturated fatty acids come primarily from animal foods

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The development of which of the following is an indication that someone lacks sufficient subcutaneous adipose tissue?

Accepted Answer

A) Wrinkled skin 
B) Lanugo 
C) Muscle weakness 
D) Lipiditis 
A) Wrinkled skin 
B) Lanugo 
C) Muscle weakness 
D) Lipiditis

Question 4

You are observing an outpatient dietitian working in a busy prenatal clinic Which of the following reasons is justification for promoting breastfeeding over formula feeding?

Accepted Answer

A) Formula lacks some of the conditionally essential long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) 
B) Formula provides too much of the conditionally essential long-chain PUFAs 
C) Formula provides too much of the conditionally essential monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs) 
D) Formula lacks some of the conditionally essential MUFAs 
A) Formula lacks some of the conditionally essential long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) 
B) Formula provides too much of the conditionally essential long-chain PUFAs 
C) Formula provides too much of the conditionally essential monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs) 
D) Formula lacks some of the conditionally essential MUFAs

Question 5

Research now suggests that high-carbohydrate diets can lower HDL levels

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

What substance stimulates the pancreas to release pancreatic lipase?

Accepted Answer

A) Thyroxin 
B) Secretin 
C) Homocysteine 
D) Phospholipids 
A) Thyroxin 
B) Secretin 
C) Homocysteine 
D) Phospholipids

Question 7

If an individual consumes a diet high in PUFAs, omega-3 fatty acids, or dietary fiber, his or her LDL levels will probably:

Accepted Answer

A) decrease. 
B) stay the same. 
C) increase. 
D) None of the above 
A) decrease. 
B) stay the same. 
C) increase. 
D) None of the above

Question 8

All of the following strategies are advisable for people reducing sodium except:

Accepted Answer

A) Choose fresh or frozen foods in place of canned. 
B) Drink "sports drinks" instead of soda. 
C) Choose low-salt prepared foods whenever possible. 
D) Cut down on salted snack foods, such as chips. 
A) Choose fresh or frozen foods in place of canned. 
B) Drink "sports drinks" instead of soda. 
C) Choose low-salt prepared foods whenever possible. 
D) Cut down on salted snack foods, such as chips.

Question 9

What fat-containing foods should be consumed as sources of "healthy" fats and what foods should be limited because they are sources of less healthy fats? Does eating only "low-fat" foods ensure that one's diet is healthy?

Accepted Answer

Healthy fats would include those from nu

Question 10

A desirable total cholesterol level is below _____, while a desirable HDL is above _____

Accepted Answer

A) 230, 50 
B) 210, 40 
C) 200, 60 
D) 220, 70 
E) All of the above 
A) 230, 50 
B) 210, 40 
C) 200, 60 
D) 220, 70 
E) All of the above

Question 11

_______________ circulate in the blood to collect excess cholesterol from cells

Accepted Answer

HDLs or Hi

Question 12

Chylomicrons are absorbed and go by way of the portal vein to be released into the circulation

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What are the goals for the various lipids found in blood?

Accepted Answer

Total cholesterol <2

Question 14

Given that the Daily Value for fat is 65 g.what percentage of the DV for total fat is provided by the following meal: 1 serving of Sunny Start cereal with 1 cup of milk, 1 bagel with 1 Tbsp cream cheese, and 1 cup of milk?

Accepted Answer

A) 14 
B) 16 
C) 19 
D) 24 
A) 14 
B) 16 
C) 19 
D) 24

Question 15

A high concentration of which of the following biological markers is related to increased risk for cardiovascular disease?

Accepted Answer

A) C-reactive protein 
B) Albumin 
C) Blood glucose 
D) HDL cholesterol 
A) C-reactive protein 
B) Albumin 
C) Blood glucose 
D) HDL cholesterol

Question 16

Why are some fatty acids considered essential, and what are their roles in the body?

Accepted Answer

Linoleic acid and linolenic acid are ess

Question 17

What is a thrombosis?

Accepted Answer

A) A weakened area 
B) A hardened artery 
C) A pain in the chest 
D) A blood clot 
A) A weakened area 
B) A hardened artery 
C) A pain in the chest 
D) A blood clot

Question 18

A _______________ is a spherical particle made of varying amounts of triglycerides, cholesterol, cholesteryl esters, phospholipids, and proteins

Accepted Answer

The answer of A _______________ is a spherical particle made...

Question 19

A person who is experiencing sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body, confusion, slurred speech, or a severe headache is likely experiencing _____

Accepted Answer

A) a heart attack 
B) severe indigestion 
C) a stroke 
D) an aneurysm 
A) a heart attack 
B) severe indigestion 
C) a stroke 
D) an aneurysm

Question 20

Low-density lipoproteins (LDLs) can contribute to the build-up of plaque that narrows blood vessels; however, LDLs are necessary because they are used to synthesize _____

Accepted Answer

A) cis fatty acids 
B) ω-3 fatty acids 
C) eicosanoids 
D) chylomicrons 
A) cis fatty acids 
B) ω-3 fatty acids 
C) eicosanoids 
D) chylomicrons

Which of the following nutrients can the body store the most of in the least amount of space?

Generally speaking, saturated fatty acids are contributed primarily by plant foods, whereas polyunsaturated fatty acids come primarily from animal foods

The development of which of the following is an indication that someone lacks sufficient subcutaneous adipose tissue?

You are observing an outpatient dietitian working in a busy prenatal clinic Which of the following reasons is justification for promoting breastfeeding over formula feeding?

Research now suggests that high-carbohydrate diets can lower HDL levels

What substance stimulates the pancreas to release pancreatic lipase?

If an individual consumes a diet high in PUFAs, omega-3 fatty acids, or dietary fiber, his or her LDL levels will probably:

All of the following strategies are advisable for people reducing sodium except:

What fat-containing foods should be consumed as sources of "healthy" fats and what foods should be limited because they are sources of less healthy fats? Does eating only "low-fat" foods ensure that one's diet is healthy?

A desirable total cholesterol level is below _, while a desirable HDL is above _

_______________ circulate in the blood to collect excess cholesterol from cells

Chylomicrons are absorbed and go by way of the portal vein to be released into the circulation

What are the goals for the various lipids found in blood?

Given that the Daily Value for fat is 65 g.what percentage of the DV for total fat is provided by the following meal: 1 serving of Sunny Start cereal with 1 cup of milk, 1 bagel with 1 Tbsp cream cheese, and 1 cup of milk?

A high concentration of which of the following biological markers is related to increased risk for cardiovascular disease?

Why are some fatty acids considered essential, and what are their roles in the body?

What is a thrombosis?

A _______________ is a spherical particle made of varying amounts of triglycerides, cholesterol, cholesteryl esters, phospholipids, and proteins

A person who is experiencing sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body, confusion, slurred speech, or a severe headache is likely experiencing _____

Low-density lipoproteins (LDLs) can contribute to the build-up of plaque that narrows blood vessels; however, LDLs are necessary because they are used to synthesize _____

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Exam 6: Lipids

Which of the following nutrients can the body store the most of in the least amount of space?

Generally speaking, saturated fatty acids are contributed primarily by plant foods, whereas polyunsaturated fatty acids come primarily from animal foods

The development of which of the following is an indication that someone lacks sufficient subcutaneous adipose tissue?

You are observing an outpatient dietitian working in a busy prenatal clinic Which of the following reasons is justification for promoting breastfeeding over formula feeding?

Research now suggests that high-carbohydrate diets can lower HDL levels

What substance stimulates the pancreas to release pancreatic lipase?

If an individual consumes a diet high in PUFAs, omega-3 fatty acids, or dietary fiber, his or her LDL levels will probably:

All of the following strategies are advisable for people reducing sodium except:

What fat-containing foods should be consumed as sources of "healthy" fats and what foods should be limited because they are sources of less healthy fats? Does eating only "low-fat" foods ensure that one's diet is healthy?

A desirable total cholesterol level is below _____, while a desirable HDL is above _____

_______________ circulate in the blood to collect excess cholesterol from cells

Chylomicrons are absorbed and go by way of the portal vein to be released into the circulation

What are the goals for the various lipids found in blood?

Given that the Daily Value for fat is 65 g.what percentage of the DV for total fat is provided by the following meal: 1 serving of Sunny Start cereal with 1 cup of milk, 1 bagel with 1 Tbsp cream cheese, and 1 cup of milk?

A high concentration of which of the following biological markers is related to increased risk for cardiovascular disease?

Why are some fatty acids considered essential, and what are their roles in the body?

What is a thrombosis?

A _______________ is a spherical particle made of varying amounts of triglycerides, cholesterol, cholesteryl esters, phospholipids, and proteins

A person who is experiencing sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body, confusion, slurred speech, or a severe headache is likely experiencing _____

Low-density lipoproteins (LDLs) can contribute to the build-up of plaque that narrows blood vessels; however, LDLs are necessary because they are used to synthesize _____

The Science of Nutrition

Nutritional Assessment and Dietary Planning

Chemical, Biological, and Physiological Aspects of Nutrition

Carbohydrates

Protein

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Weight Regulation

Physical Activity and Health

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

The Major Minerals and Water

The Trace Minerals

Life Cycle Nutrition

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A desirable total cholesterol level is below _, while a desirable HDL is above _