Exam 7: A National Nutrition Agenda for the Public’s Health

Even with the abundance of research that has been conducted,there is still a considerable gap between current nutrition recommendations and consumers' practices.

(True/False)

4.9/5

(89)

Question 21

Which of the following behaviors is not one of those identified as linked with leading causes of death in the U.S.,and thus a focus of the BRFSS?

(Multiple Choice)

4.9/5

(77)

Question 22

In order for the Dietary Guidelines for Americans to be implemented,they must be

(Multiple Choice)

4.8/5

(92)

Question 23

The NNMRRP includes more than 50 surveillance activities that monitor and evaluate the health and nutritional status of Americans.

(True/False)

4.7/5

(65)

Question 24

Does the United States have a national nutrition policy? Justify your answer.

(Essay)

4.8/5

(75)

Question 25

One of the key recommendations from the Dietary Guidelines is: "Reduce daily sodium intake to less than 2,300 mg per day." This could be translated into a food-specific behavior such as:

(Multiple Choice)

4.7/5

(90)

Question 26

The NHANES III assessed dietary intakes of its participants by using

(Multiple Choice)

4.9/5

(84)

Question 27

What are the five areas of the NNMRRP surveys? Provide an example of their interrelatedness.

(Essay)

4.8/5

(75)

Question 28

Describe how the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)differ from the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA).

(Essay)

4.7/5

(86)

Question 29

Explain how the dietary recommendations of the Food and Agriculture Organization/World Health Organization (FAO/WHO)differ from the Dietary Reference Intakes.

(Essay)

4.8/5

(87)

Question 30

The Institute of Medicine (IOM)acts as an adviser to the federal government on issues of medical care,research,and education.

(True/False)

4.8/5

(74)

Question 31

Match the use of NNMRRP data in the right column with an example of that use in the left column. Options will only be used once.

Assessment of dietary or nutritional status at intermittent times with the aim of detecting changes in the status of a population

nutrition assessment

Continuous assessment of nutritional status for the purpose of detecting changes in trends or distributions so that corrective measures can be taken

nutrition screening

A system that identifies specific individuals for nutrition or public health intervention, often at the community level

nutrition surveillance

Correct Answer:

Verified

Assessment of dietary or nutritional status at intermittent times with the aim of detecting changes in the status of a population

Continuous assessment of nutritional status for the purpose of detecting changes in trends or distributions so that corrective measures can be taken

A system that identifies specific individuals for nutrition or public health intervention, often at the community level

The measurement of indicators of dietary status to identify impaired nutritional status

(Matching)

4.9/5

(85)

Question 32

Choose one of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and translate the guideline into food-specific advice that consumers can implement in their homes,at the grocery store,or in restaurants.

(Essay)

4.9/5

(90)

Question 33

Nongovernment,nonprofit health organizations issue dietary recommendations.

(True/False)

4.8/5

(89)

Question 34

Use the following case scenario to answer short answer items. You have been asked to provide a 30-minute, informative presentation to your local high school health class regarding the dietary guidance system. -What are some recommendations that you could include in your presentation that could assist the students in better following the dietary guidance system you presented?

(Essay)

4.8/5

(87)

Question 35

Which of the following is not an example of a survey used to determine knowledge,attitudes,and behaviors related to nutrition?

(Multiple Choice)

4.8/5

(79)

Question 36

The current edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans has _ key recommendations that are grouped into _ general topics.

(Multiple Choice)

4.9/5

(74)

Question 37

The focus of the nutrition and weight status objectives for Healthy People 2020 was expanded to include a broader range of policies and environmental factors that support eating a healthful diet and maintaining a healthy body weight.

(True/False)

4.8/5

(93)

Question 38

Acceptable uses of the Dietary Reference Intakes include all of the following except

(Multiple Choice)

5.0/5

(70)

Question 39

Match the definition in the left column with its correct term in the right column. Options will only be used once.

Used to correlate food consumption and dietary status with incidence of disease over time

scientific research

Used to establish nutrient requirements and study diet-health relationships

food programs and guidance

Used to develop food labeling policies and establish food safety guidelines

assessment of dietary intake

Correct Answer:

Verified

Used to correlate food consumption and dietary status with incidence of disease over time

Used to establish nutrient requirements and study diet-health relationships

Used to develop food labeling policies and establish food safety guidelines

Used to develop food guides and dietary guidance materials that target nutritional problems in the U.S. population and identify populations that might benefit from intervention programs

Used to provide detailed benchmark data on food and nutrient intakes of the population

Used to recommend guidelines for the prevention, detection, and management of nutrition and health conditions

(Matching)

4.8/5

(94)

Question 40

Showing 21 - 40 of 65

Even with the abundance of research that has been conducted,there is still a considerable gap between current nutrition recommendations and consumers' practices.

Which of the following behaviors is not one of those identified as linked with leading causes of death in the U.S.,and thus a focus of the BRFSS?

In order for the Dietary Guidelines for Americans to be implemented,they must be

The NNMRRP includes more than 50 surveillance activities that monitor and evaluate the health and nutritional status of Americans.

Does the United States have a national nutrition policy? Justify your answer.

One of the key recommendations from the Dietary Guidelines is: "Reduce daily sodium intake to less than 2,300 mg per day." This could be translated into a food-specific behavior such as:

The NHANES III assessed dietary intakes of its participants by using

What are the five areas of the NNMRRP surveys? Provide an example of their interrelatedness.

Describe how the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)differ from the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA).

Explain how the dietary recommendations of the Food and Agriculture Organization/World Health Organization (FAO/WHO)differ from the Dietary Reference Intakes.

The Institute of Medicine (IOM)acts as an adviser to the federal government on issues of medical care,research,and education.

Choose one of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and translate the guideline into food-specific advice that consumers can implement in their homes,at the grocery store,or in restaurants.

Nongovernment,nonprofit health organizations issue dietary recommendations.

Which of the following is not an example of a survey used to determine knowledge,attitudes,and behaviors related to nutrition?

The current edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans has _ key recommendations that are grouped into _ general topics.

The focus of the nutrition and weight status objectives for Healthy People 2020 was expanded to include a broader range of policies and environmental factors that support eating a healthful diet and maintaining a healthy body weight.

Acceptable uses of the Dietary Reference Intakes include all of the following except

Opportunities in Community Nutrition

Assessing Community Resources

Assessing the Target Population’s ?Nutritional Status

Program Planning for Success

Principles of Epidemiology

The Art and Science of Policy Making

Addressing the Obesity Epidemic: An Issue for Public Health Policy

Health Care Systems and Policy

Food Insecurity and the Food Assistance Programs

Mothers and Infants: Nutrition Assessment,Services,and Programs

Children and Adolescents: Nutrition Issues,Services,and Programs

Healthy Aging: Nutrition Assessment,Services,and Programs

World Hunger and Food Insecurity: Challenges and Opportunities

Understanding and Achieving Behavior Change

Gaining Cultural Competence in Community Nutrition

Principles of Nutrition Education

Marketing Nutrition and Health Promotion

Managing Community Nutrition Programs

Building Grantsmanship Skills

Filters

Exam 7: A National Nutrition Agenda for the Public’s Health

Even with the abundance of research that has been conducted,there is still a considerable gap between current nutrition recommendations and consumers' practices.

Which of the following behaviors is not one of those identified as linked with leading causes of death in the U.S.,and thus a focus of the BRFSS?

In order for the Dietary Guidelines for Americans to be implemented,they must be

The NNMRRP includes more than 50 surveillance activities that monitor and evaluate the health and nutritional status of Americans.

Does the United States have a national nutrition policy? Justify your answer.

One of the key recommendations from the Dietary Guidelines is: "Reduce daily sodium intake to less than 2,300 mg per day." This could be translated into a food-specific behavior such as:

The NHANES III assessed dietary intakes of its participants by using

What are the five areas of the NNMRRP surveys? Provide an example of their interrelatedness.

Describe how the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI)differ from the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA).

Explain how the dietary recommendations of the Food and Agriculture Organization/World Health Organization (FAO/WHO)differ from the Dietary Reference Intakes.

The Institute of Medicine (IOM)acts as an adviser to the federal government on issues of medical care,research,and education.

Choose one of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and translate the guideline into food-specific advice that consumers can implement in their homes,at the grocery store,or in restaurants.

Nongovernment,nonprofit health organizations issue dietary recommendations.

Which of the following is not an example of a survey used to determine knowledge,attitudes,and behaviors related to nutrition?

The current edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans has _____ key recommendations that are grouped into _____ general topics.

The focus of the nutrition and weight status objectives for Healthy People 2020 was expanded to include a broader range of policies and environmental factors that support eating a healthful diet and maintaining a healthy body weight.

Acceptable uses of the Dietary Reference Intakes include all of the following except

Opportunities in Community Nutrition

Assessing Community Resources

Assessing the Target Population’s ?Nutritional Status

Program Planning for Success

Principles of Epidemiology

The Art and Science of Policy Making

Addressing the Obesity Epidemic: An Issue for Public Health Policy

Health Care Systems and Policy

Food Insecurity and the Food Assistance Programs

Mothers and Infants: Nutrition Assessment,Services,and Programs

Children and Adolescents: Nutrition Issues,Services,and Programs

Healthy Aging: Nutrition Assessment,Services,and Programs

World Hunger and Food Insecurity: Challenges and Opportunities

Understanding and Achieving Behavior Change

Gaining Cultural Competence in Community Nutrition

Principles of Nutrition Education

Marketing Nutrition and Health Promotion

Managing Community Nutrition Programs

Building Grantsmanship Skills

Filters

The current edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans has _ key recommendations that are grouped into _ general topics.