Question 1

After age ______ or so,total kilocalorie needs of physically inactive adults fall steadily throughout adulthood.

Accepted Answer

A) 20 
B) 30 
C) 50 
D) 70 
A) 20 
B) 30 
C) 50 
D) 70 B

Question 2

Which of the following is not a key recommendation by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Accepted Answer

A) Follow a healthy eating pattern across the life span. 
B) Shift to processed food and beverage choices. 
C) Focus on variety,nutrient density,and amount. 
D) Limit calories from added sugars and saturated fats and reduce sodium intake. 
A) Follow a healthy eating pattern across the life span. 
B) Shift to processed food and beverage choices. 
C) Focus on variety,nutrient density,and amount. 
D) Limit calories from added sugars and saturated fats and reduce sodium intake. B

Question 3

Life expectancy refers to

Accepted Answer

A) the delay of the onset of disabilities caused by chronic disease. 
B) the promotion of longevity through healthful lifestyle changes. 
C) the average length of life for a given group of people born in a specific year. 
D) the maximum number of years humans live. 
A) the delay of the onset of disabilities caused by chronic disease. 
B) the promotion of longevity through healthful lifestyle changes. 
C) the average length of life for a given group of people born in a specific year. 
D) the maximum number of years humans live. C

Question 4

The foundation for a diet that optimizes long-term nutritional health would emphasize

Accepted Answer

A) high-fat dairy products. 
B) a variety of fruits and vegetables. 
C) refined-grain breads and cereals. 
D) animal proteins high in saturated fat. 
A) high-fat dairy products. 
B) a variety of fruits and vegetables. 
C) refined-grain breads and cereals. 
D) animal proteins high in saturated fat.

Question 5

Bud has trouble with his dentures and problems chewing.Which of the following foods would be best to help meet his nutritional needs?

Accepted Answer

A) Toast 
B) Clear bouillon 
C) Sirloin steak 
D) Low-fat yogurt 
A) Toast 
B) Clear bouillon 
C) Sirloin steak 
D) Low-fat yogurt

Question 6

A loss of muscle mass accompanied by gains in fat mass is called

Accepted Answer

A) sarcopenic obesity. 
B) hypertrophy. 
C) sarcopenia. 
D) visceral obesity. 
A) sarcopenic obesity. 
B) hypertrophy. 
C) sarcopenia. 
D) visceral obesity.

Question 7

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that those who choose to drink alcoholic beverages should do so in moderation,defined as the consumption of up to ______ drink(s)per day for women and older adults and up to ______ drink(s)per day for men.

Accepted Answer

A) 0;1 
B) 1;2 
C) 2;3 
D) 3;4 
A) 0;1 
B) 1;2 
C) 2;3 
D) 3;4

Question 8

Loss of lean body mass is termed

Accepted Answer

A) sarcopenia. 
B) ketosis. 
C) hypertrophy. 
D) myoglobinosis. 
A) sarcopenia. 
B) ketosis. 
C) hypertrophy. 
D) myoglobinosis.

Question 9

For those over 40 years of age,an exercise program should include

Accepted Answer

A) physician clearance. 
B) strength training only. 
C) limited flexibility. 
D) pushing through the pain. 
A) physician clearance. 
B) strength training only. 
C) limited flexibility. 
D) pushing through the pain.

Question 10

The ______ diet features abundant daily intake of fruits,vegetables,whole grains,beans,nuts,and seeds.

Accepted Answer

A) Atkins 
B) Mediterranean 
C) Ketogenic 
D) Western 
A) Atkins 
B) Mediterranean 
C) Ketogenic 
D) Western

Question 11

Which of the following is true about thirst among the elderly?

Accepted Answer

A) Elderly individuals can easily become dehydrated and this can cause confusion. 
B) Elderly people rarely become dehydrated because the sense of thirst is enhanced as people age. 
C) About 6 cups of fluid per day is a good goal for elderly people. 
D) Diuretics do not affect the elderly person's fluid requirement. 
A) Elderly individuals can easily become dehydrated and this can cause confusion. 
B) Elderly people rarely become dehydrated because the sense of thirst is enhanced as people age. 
C) About 6 cups of fluid per day is a good goal for elderly people. 
D) Diuretics do not affect the elderly person's fluid requirement.

Question 12

In the aging process,optimal functioning of body organs decreases,but it may be years before this organ decline is noticeable.This phenomena is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A) compression of morbidity. 
B) homeostasis. 
C) reserve capacity. 
D) organ repression. 
A) compression of morbidity. 
B) homeostasis. 
C) reserve capacity. 
D) organ repression.

Question 13

Some researchers believe that damage to cells by electron-seeking compounds may contribute to the aging process.Which of the following nutrients protects cells from these compounds?

Accepted Answer

A) Magnesium 
B) Vitamin B-12 
C) Vitamin E 
D) Vitamin K 
A) Magnesium 
B) Vitamin B-12 
C) Vitamin E 
D) Vitamin K

Question 14

Which of the following is an example of the ways medications have been shown to affect nutritional status?

Accepted Answer

A) Some antihypertensive medications decrease appetite. 
B) Long-term use of antibiotics can decrease the population of bacteria that synthesizes vitamin K. 
C) Use of oral contraceptives can decrease a woman's requirements for iron. 
D) Some pain medications can cause blood clots,resulting in anemia. 
A) Some antihypertensive medications decrease appetite. 
B) Long-term use of antibiotics can decrease the population of bacteria that synthesizes vitamin K. 
C) Use of oral contraceptives can decrease a woman's requirements for iron. 
D) Some pain medications can cause blood clots,resulting in anemia.

Question 15

Gary takes a diuretic to control blood pressure,aspirin to prevent blood clots,and an antibiotic for a recent sinus infection.Which of these may affect his vitamin needs?

Accepted Answer

A) Diuretic 
B) Aspirin 
C) Antibiotic 
D) Laxative 
A) Diuretic 
B) Aspirin 
C) Antibiotic 
D) Laxative

Question 16

Which of the following is not associated with aging.

Accepted Answer

A) The liver's detoxifying capacity deteriorates. 
B) The tendency to develop gallstones increases. 
C) High chromium intake impairs glucose tolerance. 
D) The digestive functions of the pancreas may decline. 
A) The liver's detoxifying capacity deteriorates. 
B) The tendency to develop gallstones increases. 
C) High chromium intake impairs glucose tolerance. 
D) The digestive functions of the pancreas may decline.

Question 17

Studies suggest that about ______ of a person's risk for developing alcohol-related disorders is genetic.

Accepted Answer

A) 10% 
B) 25% 
C) 40% 
D) 65% 
A) 10% 
B) 25% 
C) 40% 
D) 65%

Question 18

The most common type of malnutrition during the adult years is ______ deficiency.

Accepted Answer

A) vitamin K 
B) phytochemical 
C) vitamin C 
D) iron 
A) vitamin K 
B) phytochemical 
C) vitamin C 
D) iron

Question 19

Sara is a middle-aged woman of Northern European descent and is quite small in stature.She eats plenty of fruits,vegetables,whole grains,legumes,and lean meats.What else could she do to live a more health-promoting lifestyle?

Accepted Answer

A) Take vitamin and mineral supplements. 
B) Eat more vitamin E-laden fruits and vegetables. 
C) Eat more red meat. 
D) Consume plenty of low-fat milk and dairy products. 
A) Take vitamin and mineral supplements. 
B) Eat more vitamin E-laden fruits and vegetables. 
C) Eat more red meat. 
D) Consume plenty of low-fat milk and dairy products.

Question 20

A person with a deficiency of alcohol dehydrogenase would

Accepted Answer

A) be able to pass a breathalyzer test even with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 or higher. 
B) become intoxicated at low levels of alcohol intake. 
C) feel ill due to an accumulation of acetaldehyde in the blood. 
D) have a high tolerance for alcohol. 
A) be able to pass a breathalyzer test even with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 or higher. 
B) become intoxicated at low levels of alcohol intake. 
C) feel ill due to an accumulation of acetaldehyde in the blood. 
D) have a high tolerance for alcohol.

After age ______ or so,total kilocalorie needs of physically inactive adults fall steadily throughout adulthood.

Which of the following is not a key recommendation by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Life expectancy refers to

The foundation for a diet that optimizes long-term nutritional health would emphasize

Bud has trouble with his dentures and problems chewing.Which of the following foods would be best to help meet his nutritional needs?

A loss of muscle mass accompanied by gains in fat mass is called

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that those who choose to drink alcoholic beverages should do so in moderation,defined as the consumption of up to drink(s)per day for women and older adults and up to drink(s)per day for men.

Loss of lean body mass is termed

For those over 40 years of age,an exercise program should include

The ______ diet features abundant daily intake of fruits,vegetables,whole grains,beans,nuts,and seeds.

Which of the following is true about thirst among the elderly?

In the aging process,optimal functioning of body organs decreases,but it may be years before this organ decline is noticeable.This phenomena is referred to as

Some researchers believe that damage to cells by electron-seeking compounds may contribute to the aging process.Which of the following nutrients protects cells from these compounds?

Which of the following is an example of the ways medications have been shown to affect nutritional status?

Gary takes a diuretic to control blood pressure,aspirin to prevent blood clots,and an antibiotic for a recent sinus infection.Which of these may affect his vitamin needs?

Which of the following is not associated with aging.

Studies suggest that about ______ of a person's risk for developing alcohol-related disorders is genetic.

The most common type of malnutrition during the adult years is ______ deficiency.

Sara is a middle-aged woman of Northern European descent and is quite small in stature.She eats plenty of fruits,vegetables,whole grains,legumes,and lean meats.What else could she do to live a more health-promoting lifestyle?

A person with a deficiency of alcohol dehydrogenase would

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Nutrients That Support Blood and Brain Health

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Exam 20: Nutrition During Adulthood

After age ______ or so,total kilocalorie needs of physically inactive adults fall steadily throughout adulthood.

Which of the following is not a key recommendation by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Life expectancy refers to

The foundation for a diet that optimizes long-term nutritional health would emphasize

Bud has trouble with his dentures and problems chewing.Which of the following foods would be best to help meet his nutritional needs?

A loss of muscle mass accompanied by gains in fat mass is called

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that those who choose to drink alcoholic beverages should do so in moderation,defined as the consumption of up to ______ drink(s)per day for women and older adults and up to ______ drink(s)per day for men.

Loss of lean body mass is termed

For those over 40 years of age,an exercise program should include

The ______ diet features abundant daily intake of fruits,vegetables,whole grains,beans,nuts,and seeds.

Which of the following is true about thirst among the elderly?

In the aging process,optimal functioning of body organs decreases,but it may be years before this organ decline is noticeable.This phenomena is referred to as

Some researchers believe that damage to cells by electron-seeking compounds may contribute to the aging process.Which of the following nutrients protects cells from these compounds?

Which of the following is an example of the ways medications have been shown to affect nutritional status?

Gary takes a diuretic to control blood pressure,aspirin to prevent blood clots,and an antibiotic for a recent sinus infection.Which of these may affect his vitamin needs?

Which of the following is not associated with aging.

Studies suggest that about ______ of a person's risk for developing alcohol-related disorders is genetic.

The most common type of malnutrition during the adult years is ______ deficiency.

Sara is a middle-aged woman of Northern European descent and is quite small in stature.She eats plenty of fruits,vegetables,whole grains,legumes,and lean meats.What else could she do to live a more health-promoting lifestyle?

A person with a deficiency of alcohol dehydrogenase would

Nutrition, food Choices, and Health

Designing a Healthy Dietary Pattern

The Human Body: A Nutrition Perspective

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Energy Balance and Weight Control

Overview of Micronutrients and Phytochemicals

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Nutrients Involved in Body Defenses

Nutrients Involved in Bone Health

Micronutrient Function in Energy Metabolism

Nutrients That Support Blood and Brain Health

Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

Eating Disorders

Undernutrition Throughout the World

Safety of Our Food Supply

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence

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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that those who choose to drink alcoholic beverages should do so in moderation,defined as the consumption of up to drink(s)per day for women and older adults and up to drink(s)per day for men.