Question 1

Older adults spend more money per person on foods to eat at home than other age groups.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Sarcopenia refers to _____.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​loss of muscle mass 
B)  ​a vitamin deficiency 
C)  ​bone loss 
D)  ​malnutrition associated with aging 
E)  ​gradual loss of memory and reasoning ability 
A)  ​loss of muscle mass 
B)  ​a vitamin deficiency 
C)  ​bone loss 
D)  ​malnutrition associated with aging 
E)  ​gradual loss of memory and reasoning ability

Question 3

The fastest growing age group in the U.S. population is people over _____.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​50 
B)  ​65 
C)  ​75 
D)  ​85 
E)  ​100 
A)  ​50 
B)  ​65 
C)  ​75 
D)  ​85 
E)  ​100

Question 4

Life expectancy in the U.S. is currently _____ years.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​68 
B)  ​72 
C)  ​75 
D)  ​79 
E)  ​84 
A)  ​68 
B)  ​72 
C)  ​75 
D)  ​79 
E)  ​84

Question 5

Older women should take in a total of _____ cups of beverages per day to prevent dehydration.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​4 
B)  ​6 
C)  ​9 
D)  ​13 
E)  ​15 
A)  ​4 
B)  ​6 
C)  ​9 
D)  ​13 
E)  ​15

Question 6

​Matching
-​ emergency kitchens

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 7

​Matching
-senile dementia​

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 8

Iron status in women generally improves _____.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​after menopause 
B)  ​with daily exercise 
C)  ​as muscle mass decreases 
D)  ​during perimenopause 
E)  ​with enough zinc intake 
A)  ​after menopause 
B)  ​with daily exercise 
C)  ​as muscle mass decreases 
D)  ​during perimenopause 
E)  ​with enough zinc intake

Question 9

Older adults face a greater risk of vitamin D deficiency than young people due to _____.​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​poor consumption of meat 
B)  ​low intake of vegetables 
C)  ​limited exposure to sunlight 
D)  ​low intake of fiber 
E)  ​decreased fluid intake 
A)  ​poor consumption of meat 
B)  ​low intake of vegetables 
C)  ​limited exposure to sunlight 
D)  ​low intake of fiber 
E)  ​decreased fluid intake

Question 10

​Matching
-​ cerebral cortex

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

​Matching
-food banks

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 12

Food restriction may extend the life span by preventing _____. ​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​lipid oxidation 
B)  ​gene expression 
C)  ​protein accumulation 
D)  ​insulin reduction 
E)  ​hormone synthesis 
A)  ​lipid oxidation 
B)  ​gene expression 
C)  ​protein accumulation 
D)  ​insulin reduction 
E)  ​hormone synthesis

Question 13

What describes a common risk factor for malnutrition in older adults?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​persistent diarrhea 
B)  ​eating disorders 
C)  ​economic hardship 
D)  ​residence at an assisted-living community 
E)  ​care of pets 
A)  ​persistent diarrhea 
B)  ​eating disorders 
C)  ​economic hardship 
D)  ​residence at an assisted-living community 
E)  ​care of pets

Question 14

​Intake of what substance has been shown to reduce the risk of progression of macular degeneration among those who already have the disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Vitamin D 
B)  ​Calcium 
C)  ​Vitamin E 
D)  ​Zinc 
E)  ​Iron 
A)  ​Vitamin D 
B)  ​Calcium 
C)  ​Vitamin E 
D)  ​Zinc 
E)  ​Iron

Question 15

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.
​
​
-Which statement made by Mrs. Wylie indicates that she will take measures to maintain hydration status?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​"I will start drinking two cups of coffee in the morning." 
B)  ​"I will try to drink a measured amount of water, juice, or milk each day."​ 
C)  ​"I will have my hydration status monitored at each medical appointment." 
D)  ​"I will drink water, juice, or milk each time I am thirsty." 
E)  ​"I will stop taking my 'water pill' so I don't have to use the bathroom as often." 
A)  ​"I will start drinking two cups of coffee in the morning." 
B)  ​"I will try to drink a measured amount of water, juice, or milk each day."​ 
C)  ​"I will have my hydration status monitored at each medical appointment." 
D)  ​"I will drink water, juice, or milk each time I am thirsty." 
E)  ​"I will stop taking my 'water pill' so I don't have to use the bathroom as often."

Question 16

Discuss the possible roles of nutrition in the prevention of Alzheimer's disease.​

Accepted Answer

In Alzheimer's disease, the most prevale

Question 17

Characteristics of foods preferred by many older adults include _____.​​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​easy-to-open packages 
B)  ​multiple-serving packages 
C)  ​comprehensive labeling 
D)  ​bright packages with many pictures 
E)  ​sweet or salty tasting items 
A)  ​easy-to-open packages 
B)  ​multiple-serving packages 
C)  ​comprehensive labeling 
D)  ​bright packages with many pictures 
E)  ​sweet or salty tasting items

Question 18

Why are some elderly people at risk of developing vitamin D deficiency?​

Accepted Answer

Older adults are at greater risk of vita

Question 19

​Matching
-​ senile plaques

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 20

Which group of older adults is most likely to be poorly nourished?​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​women living with their children in federally-funded housing 
B)  ​men with limited education 
C)  ​those who have recently experienced lifestyle changes 
D)  ​men who live alone 
E)  ​women who often care for their grandchildren 
A)  ​women living with their children in federally-funded housing 
B)  ​men with limited education 
C)  ​those who have recently experienced lifestyle changes 
D)  ​men who live alone 
E)  ​women who often care for their grandchildren

Exam 12: Nutrition Through the Life Span - Later Adulthood

Older adults spend more money per person on foods to eat at home than other age groups.​

Sarcopenia refers to _____.​

The fastest growing age group in the U.S. population is people over _____.​

Life expectancy in the U.S. is currently _____ years.​

Older women should take in a total of _____ cups of beverages per day to prevent dehydration.​

​Matching -​ emergency kitchens

​Matching -senile dementia​

Iron status in women generally improves _____.​

Older adults face a greater risk of vitamin D deficiency than young people due to _____.​

​Matching -​ cerebral cortex

​Matching -food banks

Food restriction may extend the life span by preventing _____. ​

What describes a common risk factor for malnutrition in older adults?​

​Intake of what substance has been shown to reduce the risk of progression of macular degeneration among those who already have the disease?

Discuss the possible roles of nutrition in the prevention of Alzheimer's disease.​

Characteristics of foods preferred by many older adults include _____.​​

Why are some elderly people at risk of developing vitamin D deficiency?​

​Matching -​ senile plaques

Which group of older adults is most likely to be poorly nourished?​

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

Older adults spend more money per person on foods to eat at home than other age groups.

Sarcopenia refers to _____.

The fastest growing age group in the U.S. population is people over _____.

Life expectancy in the U.S. is currently _____ years.

Older women should take in a total of _____ cups of beverages per day to prevent dehydration.

Matching - emergency kitchens

Matching -senile dementia

Iron status in women generally improves _____.

Older adults face a greater risk of vitamin D deficiency than young people due to _____.

Matching - cerebral cortex

Matching -food banks

Food restriction may extend the life span by preventing _____.

What describes a common risk factor for malnutrition in older adults?

Intake of what substance has been shown to reduce the risk of progression of macular degeneration among those who already have the disease?

Discuss the possible roles of nutrition in the prevention of Alzheimer's disease.

Characteristics of foods preferred by many older adults include _____.

Why are some elderly people at risk of developing vitamin D deficiency?

Matching - senile plaques

Which group of older adults is most likely to be poorly nourished?