Question 1

Which is NOT a macronutrient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fat 
B)  Polyunsaturated fatty acids 
C)  Carbohydrate 
D)  Protein 
E)  Vitamins 
A)  Fat 
B)  Polyunsaturated fatty acids 
C)  Carbohydrate 
D)  Protein 
E)  Vitamins

Question 2

Precursors are substances from which an active substance is formed.Nonessential nutrients cannot be synthesized from other substances.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Question 3

The process of restoring iron,thiamin,riboflavin,folic acid,and niacin removed during processing to approximately their original levels is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  fortification. 
B)  enrichment. 
C)  satiety. 
D)  ghrelin. 
A)  fortification. 
B)  enrichment. 
C)  satiety. 
D)  ghrelin.

Question 4

The MyPlate food guidance icon is divided into sextants,each of which is a different color to represent a different food type.MyPyramid replaced the well-known MyPlate icon in 2011.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Question 5

Nutrition is the process by which living things use food to obtain nutrients for energy,growth and development.Energy is the measure of heat equivalent to 1000 cal needed to do work.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Question 6

Each daily reference value (DRV)is correct,except one.Which is the exception?

Accepted Answer

A)  Protein: 50 g 
B)  Carbohydrate: 300g 
C)  Total fat: <65 g 
D)  Sodium: <2400 mg 
E)  Fiber: 50 g 
A)  Protein: 50 g 
B)  Carbohydrate: 300g 
C)  Total fat: <65 g 
D)  Sodium: <2400 mg 
E)  Fiber: 50 g

Question 7

Healthy People 2020,issued by the U.S.Department of Health and Human Services,has influenced a remarkable reduction in childhood obesity.Since the programs's initiation,the number of children participating in annual dental visits has increased.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Question 8

The nutrient-based reference value that is defined as dietary energy intake predicted to maintain energy balance in healthy individuals of a defined age,gender,and weight is the:

Accepted Answer

A)  acceptable macronutrient distribution ranges (AMDRs). 
B)  estimated energy requirement (EER). 
C)  recommended daily allowance (RD
A) . 
D)  estimated average requirement (EAR). 
A)  acceptable macronutrient distribution ranges (AMDRs). 
B)  estimated energy requirement (EER). 
C)  recommended daily allowance (RD
A) . 
D)  estimated average requirement (EAR).

Question 9

Dietary guidelines recommend lowering caloric requirements for older adults because metabolic rate increases with age.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct but are not related. 
C)  The statement is correct, but the reason is not correct. 
D)  The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct. 
E)  Neither the statement nor the reason is correct. 
A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct but are not related. 
C)  The statement is correct, but the reason is not correct. 
D)  The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct. 
E)  Neither the statement nor the reason is correct.

Question 10

A kilocalorie is the heat equivalent of how many calories?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 
B)  100 
C)  1000 
D)  10000 
A)  10 
B)  100 
C)  1000 
D)  10000

Question 11

Each,except one,is a valid consideration for a dental hygienist when making dietary recommendations.Which is the exception?

Accepted Answer

A)  The dietary reference intakes (DRIs) can be used as an assessment guide for all patients. 
B)  An individual's exact requirement for a specific nutrient is not known. 
C)  The upper limits (ULs) can be used to warn patients of adverse effects of excessive intake of nutrients. 
D)  The DRIs are general guidelines and do not provide specific requirements. 
E)  Specific foods or groups of foods should be discussed rather than nutrients. 
A)  The dietary reference intakes (DRIs) can be used as an assessment guide for all patients. 
B)  An individual's exact requirement for a specific nutrient is not known. 
C)  The upper limits (ULs) can be used to warn patients of adverse effects of excessive intake of nutrients. 
D)  The DRIs are general guidelines and do not provide specific requirements. 
E)  Specific foods or groups of foods should be discussed rather than nutrients.

Question 12

Which statement regarding obesity is false?

Accepted Answer

A)  The prevalence of obesity is showing signs of leveling off. 
B)  During the past 20 years, the heaviest body mass index groups have been increasing at the fastest rates. 
C)  Statistics are more promising for ethnic groups because prevalence is less than in white Americans. 
D)  Hypertension, osteoarthritis, and elevated blood cholesterol accompany obesity. 
E)  Larger waist measurements are associated with increased health risks. 
A)  The prevalence of obesity is showing signs of leveling off. 
B)  During the past 20 years, the heaviest body mass index groups have been increasing at the fastest rates. 
C)  Statistics are more promising for ethnic groups because prevalence is less than in white Americans. 
D)  Hypertension, osteoarthritis, and elevated blood cholesterol accompany obesity. 
E)  Larger waist measurements are associated with increased health risks.

Question 13

Consumption of milk and milk products can promote the achievement of peak bone mass in children and adolescents.Studies indicate that higher dairy consumption is associated with decreased dental caries but has no effect on periodontal disease.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true. 
A)  Both statements are true. 
B)  Both statements are false. 
C)  The first statement is true; the second is false. 
D)  The first statement is false; the second is true.

Question 14

Magnesium is NOT a principal nutrient in which food group?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vegetable 
B)  Fruit 
C)  Grain 
D)  Dairy 
A)  Vegetable 
B)  Fruit 
C)  Grain 
D)  Dairy

Question 15

Increase in consumption of which of the following has the greatest effect on an increase in body weight?

Accepted Answer

A)  Carbohydrate intake 
B)  Protein intake 
C)  Fat intake 
D)  Kilocalorie intake 
A)  Carbohydrate intake 
B)  Protein intake 
C)  Fat intake 
D)  Kilocalorie intake

Question 16

Each is true regarding body weight in relation to height,except one.Which is the exception?

Accepted Answer

A)  Currently, the body mass index (BMI) is the preferred method of defining body weight in relation to height. 
B)  BMI is determined mathematically by first dividing weight by height, dividing this number by height again, and multiplying this number by 703. 
C)  Chronic disease risk increases in most people with a BMI greater than 25. 
D)  Major ethnic differences exist regarding BMI. 
E)  BMI reveals significant details about overall body composition. 
A)  Currently, the body mass index (BMI) is the preferred method of defining body weight in relation to height. 
B)  BMI is determined mathematically by first dividing weight by height, dividing this number by height again, and multiplying this number by 703. 
C)  Chronic disease risk increases in most people with a BMI greater than 25. 
D)  Major ethnic differences exist regarding BMI. 
E)  BMI reveals significant details about overall body composition.

Question 17

Unsweetened juices and milk contain significant amounts of sugars because of the natural content of simple carbohydrates.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct, but are not related. 
C)  The statement is correct, but the reason is not correct. 
D)  The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct. 
E)  Neither the statement nor the reason is correct. 
A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct, but are not related. 
C)  The statement is correct, but the reason is not correct. 
D)  The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct. 
E)  Neither the statement nor the reason is correct.

Question 18

Each is true of dietary considerations from the milk and milk product groups,except one.Which is the exception?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fortified milk products are important sources of vitamin D. 
B)  Many mild substitutes are not fortified with vitamin D. 
C)  Children 2 to 3 years of age need 2 cups of milk daily. 
D)  Whole milk and many cheeses are high in unsaturated fat. 
A)  Fortified milk products are important sources of vitamin D. 
B)  Many mild substitutes are not fortified with vitamin D. 
C)  Children 2 to 3 years of age need 2 cups of milk daily. 
D)  Whole milk and many cheeses are high in unsaturated fat.

Question 19

It is difficult for consumers to identify whole grain products because labeling is inconsistent and color is a poor indicator.

Accepted Answer

A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct but are not related. 
C)  The statement is correct, but the reason is not correct. 
D)  The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct. 
E)  Neither the statement nor the reason is correct. 
A)  Both the statement and the reason are correct and related. 
B)  Both the statement and the reason are correct but are not related. 
C)  The statement is correct, but the reason is not correct. 
D)  The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct. 
E)  Neither the statement nor the reason is correct.

Question 20

Which set of guidelines is intended to assess population groups,not individuals?

Accepted Answer

A)  Old recommended dietary allowances (RDAs) 
B)  Estimated average requirement (EAR) 
C)  New recommended dietary allowances (RDAs) 
D)  Tolerable upper intake level (UL) 
A)  Old recommended dietary allowances (RDAs) 
B)  Estimated average requirement (EAR) 
C)  New recommended dietary allowances (RDAs) 
D)  Tolerable upper intake level (UL)

Exam 1: Overview of Healthy Eating Habits

Which is NOT a macronutrient?

Precursors are substances from which an active substance is formed.Nonessential nutrients cannot be synthesized from other substances.

The process of restoring iron,thiamin,riboflavin,folic acid,and niacin removed during processing to approximately their original levels is called:

The MyPlate food guidance icon is divided into sextants,each of which is a different color to represent a different food type.MyPyramid replaced the well-known MyPlate icon in 2011.

Nutrition is the process by which living things use food to obtain nutrients for energy,growth and development.Energy is the measure of heat equivalent to 1000 cal needed to do work.

Each daily reference value (DRV)is correct,except one.Which is the exception?

Healthy People 2020,issued by the U.S.Department of Health and Human Services,has influenced a remarkable reduction in childhood obesity.Since the programs's initiation,the number of children participating in annual dental visits has increased.

The nutrient-based reference value that is defined as dietary energy intake predicted to maintain energy balance in healthy individuals of a defined age,gender,and weight is the:

Dietary guidelines recommend lowering caloric requirements for older adults because metabolic rate increases with age.

A kilocalorie is the heat equivalent of how many calories?

Each,except one,is a valid consideration for a dental hygienist when making dietary recommendations.Which is the exception?

Which statement regarding obesity is false?

Consumption of milk and milk products can promote the achievement of peak bone mass in children and adolescents.Studies indicate that higher dairy consumption is associated with decreased dental caries but has no effect on periodontal disease.

Magnesium is NOT a principal nutrient in which food group?

Increase in consumption of which of the following has the greatest effect on an increase in body weight?

Each is true regarding body weight in relation to height,except one.Which is the exception?

Unsweetened juices and milk contain significant amounts of sugars because of the natural content of simple carbohydrates.

Each is true of dietary considerations from the milk and milk product groups,except one.Which is the exception?

It is difficult for consumers to identify whole grain products because labeling is inconsistent and color is a poor indicator.

Which set of guidelines is intended to assess population groups,not individuals?

Concepts in Biochemistry

The Alimentary Canal: Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrate: The Efficient Fuel

Protein: The Cellular Foundation

Lipids: The Condensed Energy

Use of the Energy Nutrients: Metabolism and Balance

Vitamins Required for Calcified Structures

Minerals Essential for Calcified Structures

Nutrients Present in Calcified Structures

Vitamins Required for Oral Soft Tissues and Salivary Glands

Water and Minerals Required for Oral Soft Tissues and Salivary Glands

Nutritional Requirements Affecting Oral Health in Women

Nutritional Requirements During Growth and Development and Eating Habits Affecting Oral Health

Nutritional Requirements for Older Adults and Eating Habits Affecting Oral Health

Other Considerations Affecting Nutrient Intake

Effects of Systemic Disease on Nutritional Status and Oral Health

Nutritional Aspects of Dental Caries: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment

Nutritional Aspects of Gingivitis and Periodontal Disease

Nutritional Aspects of Alterations in the Oral Cavity

Nutritional Assessment and Counseling for Dental Hygiene Patients

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