Question 1

Which food assistance program would most likely improve the intake of fruits and vegetables among low-income older adults?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​OAA Nutrition Program 
B)  ​Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) 
C)  ​Meals on Wheals 
D)  ​Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program 
E)  ​Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWDs) 
A)  ​OAA Nutrition Program 
B)  ​Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) 
C)  ​Meals on Wheals 
D)  ​Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program 
E)  ​Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWDs) D

Question 2

Fat intakes should be moderate in the diets of most older adults because _____. ​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​cutting fat helps alleviate constipation 
B)  ​cutting fat helps to slow the development of atherosclerosis 
C)  ​cutting fat helps reduce the risk of osteoporosis 
D)  ​cutting fat helps increase lean body mass 
E)  ​cutting fat helps to improve physical activity 
A)  ​cutting fat helps alleviate constipation 
B)  ​cutting fat helps to slow the development of atherosclerosis 
C)  ​cutting fat helps reduce the risk of osteoporosis 
D)  ​cutting fat helps increase lean body mass 
E)  ​cutting fat helps to improve physical activity B

Question 3

​Matching
-​osteoarthritis

Accepted Answer

A) a person's age in years from his or her date of birth 
B) ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory 
C) urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods 
D) ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life 
E) inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
F)clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
G)​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
H)​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
I)​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
J)​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
K)the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
L)snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
M)​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
N)​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
O)programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
P)​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
Q)the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
R)​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
S)chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
T)the structural and functional units of the nervous system 
A) a person's age in years from his or her date of birth 
B) ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory 
C) urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods 
D) ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life 
E) inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
F)clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
G)​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
H)​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
I)​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
J)​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
K)the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
L)snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
M)​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
N)​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
O)programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
P)​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
Q)the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
R)​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
S)chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
T)the structural and functional units of the nervous system R

Question 4

An example of a factor that may lead to iron deficiency among older adults is _____. ​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​decreased vitamin A intake 
B)  ​poor cognition 
C)  ​lead toxicity 
D)  ​reduced secretion of stomach acid 
E)  ​poor intake of dairy products 
A)  ​decreased vitamin A intake 
B)  ​poor cognition 
C)  ​lead toxicity 
D)  ​reduced secretion of stomach acid 
E)  ​poor intake of dairy products

Question 5

Mrs. Wylie is a 78-year-old Caucasian woman who lives alone in a small, one-story home she and her husband purchased several years ago before he died. She lives on social security income and her deceased husband's corporate pension, and is financially secure. Though she is in relatively good health, she has been having increasing difficulty walking for the past several years, which has been attributed to peripheral vascular disease. She complains of weakness and pain in her legs, and a loss of feeling in her fingers and feet. She also suffers from occasional constipation. She is happiest just doing her activities of daily living, such as preparing breakfast, lunch, and a late-afternoon snack, then relaxing in her living room until it is time for bed. She has a good relationship with her adult children, who have been discussing with her the possibility of hiring a visiting nurse as her mobility declines. Her children take turns visiting on Sundays, when they help with her shopping, laundry, and other tasks, but none live close enough to visit daily, and Mrs. Wylie sometimes goes a week without seeing another person. Lately, Mrs. Wylie has been cutting back on drinking water (or any beverages) to save trips to the bathroom. When mild dehydration was noted at a recent visit to the doctor, Mrs. Wylie told her doctor she would try to drink more often, but she is rarely thirsty. She takes seven different prescription and/or over-the-counter medications daily, including a proton pump inhibitor drug for long-standing GERD, and a calcium supplement with vitamin D.
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-The DRI committee recommends that adults aged 51 years and older obtain 2.4 micrograms of vitamin B12 daily and that vitamin B12-fortified foods (such as fortified cereals) or supplements be used to meet much of the DRI recommended intake. Mrs. Wylie should be placed on a vitamin B12 supplement because _____. ​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​she is at risk of depression 
B)  ​she has not been drinking enough water 
C)  ​she is socially isolated 
D)  ​she has neurologic symptoms consistent with vitamin B12 deficiency 
E)  ​she has mobility problems 
A)  ​she is at risk of depression 
B)  ​she has not been drinking enough water 
C)  ​she is socially isolated 
D)  ​she has neurologic symptoms consistent with vitamin B12 deficiency 
E)  ​she has mobility problems

Question 6

Appropriate energy intake among older adults helps prevent obesity, diabetes, and related cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis and hypertension and may influence the development of some forms of cancer.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Adults age 51 to 70 need _____ micrograms of vitamin D daily to prevent bone loss.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​8 
B)  ​12 
C)  ​15 
D)  ​18 
E)  ​22 
A)  ​8 
B)  ​12 
C)  ​15 
D)  ​18 
E)  ​22

Question 8

The protein needs of older adults appear to be about the same as those of younger people.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

​Discuss ways that older adults can stretch their food dollars.

Accepted Answer

Many older persons are on limited budget

Question 10

​Matching
-​ chronological age

Accepted Answer

A) a person's age in years from his or her date of birth 
B) ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory 
C) urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods 
D) ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life 
E) inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
F)clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
G)​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
H)​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
I)​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
J)​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
K)the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
L)snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
M)​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
N)​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
O)programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
P)​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
Q)the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
R)​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
S)chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
T)the structural and functional units of the nervous system 
A) a person's age in years from his or her date of birth 
B) ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory 
C) urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods 
D) ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life 
E) inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
F)clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
G)​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
H)​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
I)​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
J)​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
K)the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
L)snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
M)​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
N)​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
O)programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
P)​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
Q)the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
R)​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
S)chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
T)the structural and functional units of the nervous system

Question 11

What describes a typical age-related change that is not a sign of Alzheimer's disease? ​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Becoming suspicious of unfamiliar people 
B)  ​Needing help recording a television program 
C)  ​Being unable to retrace steps 
D)  ​Withdrawing from social activities 
E)  ​Forgetting where common items should normally be located 
A)  ​Becoming suspicious of unfamiliar people 
B)  ​Needing help recording a television program 
C)  ​Being unable to retrace steps 
D)  ​Withdrawing from social activities 
E)  ​Forgetting where common items should normally be located

Question 12

The best choice for older adults with small energy allowances is to _____.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​take vitamin-mineral supplements 
B)  ​select nutrient-dense foods 
C)  ​consume less food 
D)  ​control alcohol consumption 
E)  ​increase fluid intake 
A)  ​take vitamin-mineral supplements 
B)  ​select nutrient-dense foods 
C)  ​consume less food 
D)  ​control alcohol consumption 
E)  ​increase fluid intake

Question 13

As a general rule, adult energy needs decline an estimated 15 percent every decade.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

​Matching
-​ food recovery

Accepted Answer

A) a person's age in years from his or her date of birth 
B) ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory 
C) urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods 
D) ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life 
E) inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
F)clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
G)​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
H)​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
I)​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
J)​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
K)the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
L)snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
M)​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
N)​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
O)programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
P)​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
Q)the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
R)​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
S)chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
T)the structural and functional units of the nervous system 
A) a person's age in years from his or her date of birth 
B) ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory 
C) urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods 
D) ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life 
E) inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
F)clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
G)​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
H)​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
I)​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
J)​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
K)the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
L)snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
M)​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
N)​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
O)programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
P)​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
Q)the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
R)​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
S)chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
T)the structural and functional units of the nervous system

Question 15

​Matching
-​atrophic gastritis

Accepted Answer

A) a person's age in years from his or her date of birth 
B) ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory 
C) urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods 
D) ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life 
E) inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
F)clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
G)​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
H)​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
I)​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
J)​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
K)the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
L)snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
M)​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
N)​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
O)programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
P)​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
Q)the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
R)​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
S)chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
T)the structural and functional units of the nervous system 
A) a person's age in years from his or her date of birth 
B) ​a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and impairs thinking, behavior, and memory 
C) urban and rural low-income areas with limited access to affordable and nutritious foods 
D) ​limited or uncertain access to foods of sufficient quality or quantity to sustain a healthy and active life 
E) inflammation of a joint, usually accompanied by pain, swelling, and structural changes
F)clumps of the protein fragment beta-amyloid on the nerve cells
G)​clouding of the eye lenses that impairs vision and can lead to blindness
H)​the loss of brain function beyond the normal loss of physical adeptness and memory that occurs with aging
I)​facilities that collect and distribute food donations to authorized organizations feeding the hungry
J)​the average number of years lived by people in a given society.
K)the outer surface of the cerebrum, which is the largest part of the brain​
L)snarls of the threadlike strands that extend from the nerve cells, commonly found in the brains of people with Alzheimer's dementia
M)​ a person's perceived physical and mental well-being
N)​living environments for people with chronic conditions or need for supervision or assistance
O)programs that provide meals to be eaten on-site; often called soup kitchens
P)​the collection of wholesome food for distribution to low-income people who are hungry
Q)the maximum number of years of life attainable by a member of a species
R)​a painful, chronic disease of the joints that occurs when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down
S)chronic inflammation of the stomach accompanied by a diminished size and functioning of the mucosa and glands
T)the structural and functional units of the nervous system

Question 16

How often should older adults participate in strength training exercises?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​At least five days per week 
B)  ​At least two days per week 
C)  ​At least one day per week 
D)  ​Every other (nonconsecutive) week 
E)  ​As often as they are able 
A)  ​At least five days per week 
B)  ​At least two days per week 
C)  ​At least one day per week 
D)  ​Every other (nonconsecutive) week 
E)  ​As often as they are able

Question 17

Factors such as _____ often limit older adults' abilities to obtain enough daily fiber in their diets.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​busy schedules 
B)  ​frequent muscle and joint pain 
C)  ​poor access to clean water 
D)  ​cognitive impairments 
E)  ​limited cooking facilities 
A)  ​busy schedules 
B)  ​frequent muscle and joint pain 
C)  ​poor access to clean water 
D)  ​cognitive impairments 
E)  ​limited cooking facilities

Question 18

In order to save money and use food wisely, a single older adult can purchase food items in bulk that have plenty of nutrients and that have a long shelf-life, such as _____.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​dried apricots 
B)  ​pretzels 
C)  ​dried beans 
D)  ​whole-grain bread 
E)  ​eggs 
A)  ​dried apricots 
B)  ​pretzels 
C)  ​dried beans 
D)  ​whole-grain bread 
E)  ​eggs

Question 19

Resistance training in adults older than age 85 has been shown to _____.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​increase energy expenditure 
B)  ​prevent falls 
C)  ​decrease energy intake 
D)  ​reduce hypertension 
E)  ​prevent dehydration 
A)  ​increase energy expenditure 
B)  ​prevent falls 
C)  ​decrease energy intake 
D)  ​reduce hypertension 
E)  ​prevent dehydration

Question 20

Which activity is associated with the work of a food recovery program?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Collecting unused WIC vouchers 
B)  ​Picking berries in an already harvested field 
C)  ​Providing debit cards for participants to purchase healthy food 
D)  ​Serving balanced meals to large groups in the community 
E)  ​Planning community gardens for low-income families 
A)  ​Collecting unused WIC vouchers 
B)  ​Picking berries in an already harvested field 
C)  ​Providing debit cards for participants to purchase healthy food 
D)  ​Serving balanced meals to large groups in the community 
E)  ​Planning community gardens for low-income families

Exam 12: Nutrition Through the Life Span - Later Adulthood

Which food assistance program would most likely improve the intake of fruits and vegetables among low-income older adults?​

Fat intakes should be moderate in the diets of most older adults because _____. ​

​Matching -​osteoarthritis

An example of a factor that may lead to iron deficiency among older adults is _____. ​

Appropriate energy intake among older adults helps prevent obesity, diabetes, and related cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis and hypertension and may influence the development of some forms of cancer.​

Adults age 51 to 70 need _____ micrograms of vitamin D daily to prevent bone loss.​

The protein needs of older adults appear to be about the same as those of younger people.​

​Discuss ways that older adults can stretch their food dollars.

​Matching -​ chronological age

What describes a typical age-related change that is not a sign of Alzheimer's disease? ​

The best choice for older adults with small energy allowances is to _____.​

As a general rule, adult energy needs decline an estimated 15 percent every decade.​

​Matching -​ food recovery

​Matching -​atrophic gastritis

How often should older adults participate in strength training exercises?​

Factors such as _____ often limit older adults' abilities to obtain enough daily fiber in their diets.​

In order to save money and use food wisely, a single older adult can purchase food items in bulk that have plenty of nutrients and that have a long shelf-life, such as _____.​

Resistance training in adults older than age 85 has been shown to _____.​

Which activity is associated with the work of a food recovery program?​

Overview of Nutrition and Health

Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Protein

Energy Balance and Body Composition

Weight Management - Overweight and Underweight

The Vitamins

Water and the Minerals

Nutrition Through the Life Span - Pregnancy and Infancy

Nutrition Through the Life Span - Childhood and Adolescence

Nutrition Care and Assessment

Nutrition Intervention and Diet-Drug Interactions

Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition Support

Nutrition in Metabolic and Respiratory Stress

Nutrition and Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders

Nutrition and Lower Gastrointestinal Disorders

Nutrition and Liver Diseases

Nutrition and Diabetes Mellitus

Nutrition and Disorders of the Heart and Blood Vessels

Nutrition and Renal Diseases

Nutrition - Cancer - and HIV Infection

Filters

Which food assistance program would most likely improve the intake of fruits and vegetables among low-income older adults?

Fat intakes should be moderate in the diets of most older adults because _____.

Matching -osteoarthritis

An example of a factor that may lead to iron deficiency among older adults is _____.

Appropriate energy intake among older adults helps prevent obesity, diabetes, and related cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis and hypertension and may influence the development of some forms of cancer.

Adults age 51 to 70 need _____ micrograms of vitamin D daily to prevent bone loss.

The protein needs of older adults appear to be about the same as those of younger people.

Discuss ways that older adults can stretch their food dollars.

Matching - chronological age

What describes a typical age-related change that is not a sign of Alzheimer's disease?

The best choice for older adults with small energy allowances is to _____.

As a general rule, adult energy needs decline an estimated 15 percent every decade.

Matching - food recovery

Matching -atrophic gastritis

How often should older adults participate in strength training exercises?

Factors such as _____ often limit older adults' abilities to obtain enough daily fiber in their diets.

In order to save money and use food wisely, a single older adult can purchase food items in bulk that have plenty of nutrients and that have a long shelf-life, such as _____.

Resistance training in adults older than age 85 has been shown to _____.

Which activity is associated with the work of a food recovery program?