Question 1

Caloric restriction in animals has been shown to:

Accepted Answer

A) promote age-related diseases. 
B) shorten lifespan. 
C) increase longevity. 
D) accelerate muscle loss. 
E) b and d 
A) promote age-related diseases. 
B) shorten lifespan. 
C) increase longevity. 
D) accelerate muscle loss. 
E) b and d C

Question 2

The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range for protein is:

Accepted Answer

A) 10-35% of calories. 
B) 20-5% of calories. 
C) 35-45% of calories. 
D) 45-65% of calories. 
A) 10-35% of calories. 
B) 20-5% of calories. 
C) 35-45% of calories. 
D) 45-65% of calories. A

Question 3

Recommendations for the macronutrients for the elderly are:

Accepted Answer

A) 40-60% of energy from carbohydrate,25-35% of energy from fat,and 10-35% of energy from protein 
B) 35-55% of energy from carbohydrate,20-35% of energy from fat,and 10-35% of energy from protein 
C) 50-70% of energy from carbohydrate,20-35% of energy from fat,and 10-35% of energy from protein. 
D) 45-65% of energy from carbohydrate,20-35% of energy from fat,and 10-35% of energy from protein. 
E) 50-65% of energy from carbohydrate,25-40% of energy from fat,and 10-35% of energy from protein. 
A) 40-60% of energy from carbohydrate,25-35% of energy from fat,and 10-35% of energy from protein 
B) 35-55% of energy from carbohydrate,20-35% of energy from fat,and 10-35% of energy from protein 
C) 50-70% of energy from carbohydrate,20-35% of energy from fat,and 10-35% of energy from protein. 
D) 45-65% of energy from carbohydrate,20-35% of energy from fat,and 10-35% of energy from protein. 
E) 50-65% of energy from carbohydrate,25-40% of energy from fat,and 10-35% of energy from protein. D

Question 4

The recommended Calorie intake for energy for females between the ages of 60 and 74 is 1900 Calories.Calculate how many grams of carbohydrate they should consume to meet the AMDR.(Round up. )

Accepted Answer

A) 130-145 
B) 175-220 
C) 215-310 
D) 400-550 
A) 130-145 
B) 175-220 
C) 215-310 
D) 400-550

Question 5

On average,lean body mass decreases by _____ per decade from age 30 to 70.

Accepted Answer

A) 2-3% 
B) 5-7% 
C) 8-10% 
D) 12-13% 
A) 2-3% 
B) 5-7% 
C) 8-10% 
D) 12-13%

Question 6

The human life span is projected to be _____ years.

Accepted Answer

A) 102-104 
B) 105-110 
C) 110-120 
D) >120 
A) 102-104 
B) 105-110 
C) 110-120 
D) >120

Question 7

Older people do NOT benefit from exercise as much as younger people.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Biologic systems only require one theory to explain the mechanisms of aging.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Food insecurity in older adults is associated with inadequate dietary intakes,especially for which of the following nutrients?

Accepted Answer

A) Zinc 
B) Vitamin E 
C) Magnesium 
D) Calcium 
E) All of the above 
A) Zinc 
B) Vitamin E 
C) Magnesium 
D) Calcium 
E) All of the above

Question 10

For someone wishing to increase her vitamin B₁₂ intake through food alone,what foods could you suggest that are leading sources of this vitamin?

Accepted Answer

A) Beef 
B) Milk 
C) Fish 
D) Fortified cereals 
E) All of the above 
A) Beef 
B) Milk 
C) Fish 
D) Fortified cereals 
E) All of the above

Question 11

Which of the following services do Title IIIC Programs NOT pay for?

Accepted Answer

A) Home meal delivery 
B) Ethnic meals 
C) Nutrition education 
D) Grocery delivery 
A) Home meal delivery 
B) Ethnic meals 
C) Nutrition education 
D) Grocery delivery

Question 12

Which statement describes how physiologic doses found in a vitamin-mineral supplement for the elderly differ from doses in supplements for the general adult population?

Accepted Answer

A) Additional vitamin B₁₂ is added 
B) Little or no iron is added 
C) Decrease in zinc 
D) Additional vitamin E is added 
E) a and b 
A) Additional vitamin B₁₂ is added 
B) Little or no iron is added 
C) Decrease in zinc 
D) Additional vitamin E is added 
E) a and b

Question 13

Failing to cook foods long enough and to hold them at proper temperatures before consumption are among the most common practices that lead to foodborne illness among older adults.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

When may it be beneficial to recommend a vitamin or mineral supplement to an elderly person?

Accepted Answer

A) When the person experiences loss of taste or smell 
B) When the person has an illness causing a loss of appetite 
C) When the person is consuming a nutrient-dense diet 
D) All of the above 
E) a and b 
A) When the person experiences loss of taste or smell 
B) When the person has an illness causing a loss of appetite 
C) When the person is consuming a nutrient-dense diet 
D) All of the above 
E) a and b

Question 15

A decrease in physical activity and basal metabolic rate from early to late adulthood leads to an estimated decrease in daily energy needs by _____ Calories per year.

Accepted Answer

A) 7-10 
B) 12-15 
C) 20-23 
D) 25-28 
E) 34-37 
A) 7-10 
B) 12-15 
C) 20-23 
D) 25-28 
E) 34-37

Question 16

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that longevity depends _____% on lifestyle factors and 19% on genetics.

Accepted Answer

A) 10 
B) 19 
C) 44 
D) 51 
E) 81 
A) 10 
B) 19 
C) 44 
D) 51 
E) 81

Question 17

Generously fortified cereals,"power" bars,and drinks count as vitamin and mineral supplements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Researchers are finding that older persons need higher levels of protein intake than previously thought.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

When trying to promote healthy teeth and avoid cavities,what is important to know?

Accepted Answer

A) Caramels and raisins are sticky and can wedge between teeth 
B) Sipping slowly on soft drinks can increase bacterial growth 
C) Coffee can break down enamel and cause wear and tear on teeth 
D) All of the above 
E) a and b 
A) Caramels and raisins are sticky and can wedge between teeth 
B) Sipping slowly on soft drinks can increase bacterial growth 
C) Coffee can break down enamel and cause wear and tear on teeth 
D) All of the above 
E) a and b

Question 20

Programmed aging theories propose that senescence occurs because

Accepted Answer

A) the telomeres capping the ends of chromosomes become shorter with each cell division and their loss eventually stops the chromosomes from replicating. 
B) mistakes in the replication of cells or buildup of damaging by-products from biologic processes eventually destroy the organism. 
C) unstable oxygen,formed normally during metabolism,can damage cells by initiating reactions that break down cell membranes. 
D) fast-paced living shortens one's lifespan. 
A) the telomeres capping the ends of chromosomes become shorter with each cell division and their loss eventually stops the chromosomes from replicating. 
B) mistakes in the replication of cells or buildup of damaging by-products from biologic processes eventually destroy the organism. 
C) unstable oxygen,formed normally during metabolism,can damage cells by initiating reactions that break down cell membranes. 
D) fast-paced living shortens one's lifespan.

Caloric restriction in animals has been shown to:

The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range for protein is:

Recommendations for the macronutrients for the elderly are:

The recommended Calorie intake for energy for females between the ages of 60 and 74 is 1900 Calories.Calculate how many grams of carbohydrate they should consume to meet the AMDR.(Round up. )

On average,lean body mass decreases by _____ per decade from age 30 to 70.

The human life span is projected to be _____ years.

Older people do NOT benefit from exercise as much as younger people.

Biologic systems only require one theory to explain the mechanisms of aging.

Food insecurity in older adults is associated with inadequate dietary intakes,especially for which of the following nutrients?

For someone wishing to increase her vitamin B₁₂ intake through food alone,what foods could you suggest that are leading sources of this vitamin?

Which of the following services do Title IIIC Programs NOT pay for?

Which statement describes how physiologic doses found in a vitamin-mineral supplement for the elderly differ from doses in supplements for the general adult population?

Failing to cook foods long enough and to hold them at proper temperatures before consumption are among the most common practices that lead to foodborne illness among older adults.

When may it be beneficial to recommend a vitamin or mineral supplement to an elderly person?

A decrease in physical activity and basal metabolic rate from early to late adulthood leads to an estimated decrease in daily energy needs by _____ Calories per year.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that longevity depends _____% on lifestyle factors and 19% on genetics.

Generously fortified cereals,"power" bars,and drinks count as vitamin and mineral supplements.

Researchers are finding that older persons need higher levels of protein intake than previously thought.

When trying to promote healthy teeth and avoid cavities,what is important to know?

Programmed aging theories propose that senescence occurs because

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Exam 18: Nutrition and Older Adults

Caloric restriction in animals has been shown to:

The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range for protein is:

Recommendations for the macronutrients for the elderly are:

The recommended Calorie intake for energy for females between the ages of 60 and 74 is 1900 Calories.Calculate how many grams of carbohydrate they should consume to meet the AMDR.(Round up. )

On average,lean body mass decreases by _____ per decade from age 30 to 70.

The human life span is projected to be _____ years.

Older people do NOT benefit from exercise as much as younger people.

Biologic systems only require one theory to explain the mechanisms of aging.

Food insecurity in older adults is associated with inadequate dietary intakes,especially for which of the following nutrients?

For someone wishing to increase her vitamin B₁₂ intake through food alone,what foods could you suggest that are leading sources of this vitamin?

Which of the following services do Title IIIC Programs NOT pay for?

Which statement describes how physiologic doses found in a vitamin-mineral supplement for the elderly differ from doses in supplements for the general adult population?

Failing to cook foods long enough and to hold them at proper temperatures before consumption are among the most common practices that lead to foodborne illness among older adults.

When may it be beneficial to recommend a vitamin or mineral supplement to an elderly person?

A decrease in physical activity and basal metabolic rate from early to late adulthood leads to an estimated decrease in daily energy needs by _____ Calories per year.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests that longevity depends _____% on lifestyle factors and 19% on genetics.

Generously fortified cereals,"power" bars,and drinks count as vitamin and mineral supplements.

Researchers are finding that older persons need higher levels of protein intake than previously thought.

When trying to promote healthy teeth and avoid cavities,what is important to know?

Programmed aging theories propose that senescence occurs because

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Child and Preadolescent Nutrition

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