Question 1

What is/are the essential role(s) of B vitamins during exercise? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Support energy production. 
B)  Support nervous system function. 
C)  Support red blood cell formation. 
D)  Enhance rate of recovery. 
E)  Enhance carbohydrate storage. 
A)  Support energy production. 
B)  Support nervous system function. 
C)  Support red blood cell formation. 
D)  Enhance rate of recovery. 
E)  Enhance carbohydrate storage.

Question 2

The daily reference intakes for vitamins and minerals are higher for athletes than they are for the sedentary population due to the body's reliance on micronutrients during metabolic activities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Match each of the following symptoms to the electrolyte imbalance with which it can be associated.
-Death

Accepted Answer

A)  Hyponatremia 
B)  Dehydration 
C)  Both hyponatremia and dehydration 
A)  Hyponatremia 
B)  Dehydration 
C)  Both hyponatremia and dehydration

Question 4

Match the following minerals to the signs or conditions associated with their deficiency.
-Zinc

Accepted Answer

A)  Osteopenia 
B)  Heart arrhythmias and myocardial infarction 
C)  Fatigue, poor performance, and decreased immunity 
D)  Goiter and cretinism 
E)  Delayed wound healing and immune-system dysfunction 
A)  Osteopenia 
B)  Heart arrhythmias and myocardial infarction 
C)  Fatigue, poor performance, and decreased immunity 
D)  Goiter and cretinism 
E)  Delayed wound healing and immune-system dysfunction

Question 5

Through what means do vitamins pass from the digestive system into the bloodstream?

Accepted Answer

A)  Simple diffusion from areas of high concentration to low concentration 
B)  Passive diffusion from areas of low concentration to high concentration 
C)  Facilitated diffusion through the use of a carrier protein 
D)  Direct absorption from the upper portion of the small intestine 
A)  Simple diffusion from areas of high concentration to low concentration 
B)  Passive diffusion from areas of low concentration to high concentration 
C)  Facilitated diffusion through the use of a carrier protein 
D)  Direct absorption from the upper portion of the small intestine

Question 6

Match the following minerals to the signs or conditions associated with their deficiency.
-Calcium

Accepted Answer

A)  Osteopenia 
B)  Heart arrhythmias and myocardial infarction 
C)  Fatigue, poor performance, and decreased immunity 
D)  Goiter and cretinism 
E)  Delayed wound healing and immune-system dysfunction 
A)  Osteopenia 
B)  Heart arrhythmias and myocardial infarction 
C)  Fatigue, poor performance, and decreased immunity 
D)  Goiter and cretinism 
E)  Delayed wound healing and immune-system dysfunction

Question 7

Which of the following groups might be at increased risk of vitamin K deficiency? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Newborns 
B)  Persons with poor lipid absorption capabilities 
C)  Persons requiring long-term antibiotic therapy 
D)  Persons who are anemic 
E)  Alcoholics 
A)  Newborns 
B)  Persons with poor lipid absorption capabilities 
C)  Persons requiring long-term antibiotic therapy 
D)  Persons who are anemic 
E)  Alcoholics

Question 8

Which of the following are functions of water in the body? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Maintaining blood volume 
B)  Regulating body temperature 
C)  Supporting absorption of vitamins A, D, E, and K 
D)  Protecting vital organs 
E)  Enhancing energy storage 
A)  Maintaining blood volume 
B)  Regulating body temperature 
C)  Supporting absorption of vitamins A, D, E, and K 
D)  Protecting vital organs 
E)  Enhancing energy storage

Question 9

Match the following minerals to the possible consequences of excess consumption.
-Selenium

Accepted Answer

A)  Interference with iron, zinc, and manganese absorption 
B)  Interference with calcium absorption and possible decrease in bone mass and density 
C)  Severe weakness and fatigue, unexplained joint and abdominal pain, diabetes, liver toxicity, and sometimes death 
D)  Selonosis, characterized by hair loss, white blotchy nails, garlic breath odor, and gastrointestinal distress 
E)  Decreased high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, altered iron function, and poor copper absorption 
A)  Interference with iron, zinc, and manganese absorption 
B)  Interference with calcium absorption and possible decrease in bone mass and density 
C)  Severe weakness and fatigue, unexplained joint and abdominal pain, diabetes, liver toxicity, and sometimes death 
D)  Selonosis, characterized by hair loss, white blotchy nails, garlic breath odor, and gastrointestinal distress 
E)  Decreased high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, altered iron function, and poor copper absorption

Question 10

What are some common side effects of excessive calcium intake? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Hyponatremia 
B)  Rickets 
C)  Constipation 
D)  Renal stones 
E)  Ulcers 
A)  Hyponatremia 
B)  Rickets 
C)  Constipation 
D)  Renal stones 
E)  Ulcers

Question 11

Match each of the following symptoms to the electrolyte imbalance with which it can be associated.
-Coma

Accepted Answer

A)  Hyponatremia 
B)  Dehydration 
C)  Both hyponatremia and dehydration 
A)  Hyponatremia 
B)  Dehydration 
C)  Both hyponatremia and dehydration

Question 12

Which category of minerals is associated with maintaining water balance, osmotic equilibrium, acid-base balance, and intracellular/extracellular differential?

Accepted Answer

A)  Electrolytes 
B)  Macrominerals 
C)  Trace minerals 
D)  Essential minerals 
A)  Electrolytes 
B)  Macrominerals 
C)  Trace minerals 
D)  Essential minerals

Question 13

Match the following minerals to the signs or conditions associated with their deficiency.
-Iodine

Accepted Answer

A)  Osteopenia 
B)  Heart arrhythmias and myocardial infarction 
C)  Fatigue, poor performance, and decreased immunity 
D)  Goiter and cretinism 
E)  Delayed wound healing and immune-system dysfunction 
A)  Osteopenia 
B)  Heart arrhythmias and myocardial infarction 
C)  Fatigue, poor performance, and decreased immunity 
D)  Goiter and cretinism 
E)  Delayed wound healing and immune-system dysfunction

Question 14

Which type of iron has the highest bioavailability?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nonheme iron, found in plants 
B)  Ferritin, found in the liver 
C)  Heme iron, found in meat and fish 
D)  Elemental iron, found in vitamin C-rich foods 
A)  Nonheme iron, found in plants 
B)  Ferritin, found in the liver 
C)  Heme iron, found in meat and fish 
D)  Elemental iron, found in vitamin C-rich foods

Question 15

Match the following minerals to the possible consequences of excess consumption.
-Zinc

Accepted Answer

A)  Interference with iron, zinc, and manganese absorption 
B)  Interference with calcium absorption and possible decrease in bone mass and density 
C)  Severe weakness and fatigue, unexplained joint and abdominal pain, diabetes, liver toxicity, and sometimes death 
D)  Selonosis, characterized by hair loss, white blotchy nails, garlic breath odor, and gastrointestinal distress 
E)  Decreased high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, altered iron function, and poor copper absorption 
A)  Interference with iron, zinc, and manganese absorption 
B)  Interference with calcium absorption and possible decrease in bone mass and density 
C)  Severe weakness and fatigue, unexplained joint and abdominal pain, diabetes, liver toxicity, and sometimes death 
D)  Selonosis, characterized by hair loss, white blotchy nails, garlic breath odor, and gastrointestinal distress 
E)  Decreased high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, altered iron function, and poor copper absorption

Question 16

Total water weight is higher in athletes than it is in sedentary individuals.
Completion
Complete each statement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following minerals has a high bioavailability? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Sodium 
B)  Iron 
C)  Calcium 
D)  Fluoride 
E)  Potassium 
A)  Sodium 
B)  Iron 
C)  Calcium 
D)  Fluoride 
E)  Potassium

Question 18

Match each of the following symptoms to the electrolyte imbalance with which it can be associated.
-Cramps

Accepted Answer

A)  Hyponatremia 
B)  Dehydration 
C)  Both hyponatremia and dehydration 
A)  Hyponatremia 
B)  Dehydration 
C)  Both hyponatremia and dehydration

Question 19

Match each of the following symptoms to the electrolyte imbalance with which it can be associated.
-Disorientation

Accepted Answer

A)  Hyponatremia 
B)  Dehydration 
C)  Both hyponatremia and dehydration 
A)  Hyponatremia 
B)  Dehydration 
C)  Both hyponatremia and dehydration

Question 20

Match the following minerals to the possible consequences of excess consumption.
-Phosphorus

Accepted Answer

A)  Interference with iron, zinc, and manganese absorption 
B)  Interference with calcium absorption and possible decrease in bone mass and density 
C)  Severe weakness and fatigue, unexplained joint and abdominal pain, diabetes, liver toxicity, and sometimes death 
D)  Selonosis, characterized by hair loss, white blotchy nails, garlic breath odor, and gastrointestinal distress 
E)  Decreased high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, altered iron function, and poor copper absorption 
A)  Interference with iron, zinc, and manganese absorption 
B)  Interference with calcium absorption and possible decrease in bone mass and density 
C)  Severe weakness and fatigue, unexplained joint and abdominal pain, diabetes, liver toxicity, and sometimes death 
D)  Selonosis, characterized by hair loss, white blotchy nails, garlic breath odor, and gastrointestinal distress 
E)  Decreased high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, altered iron function, and poor copper absorption

What is/are the essential role(s) of B vitamins during exercise? Select all that apply.

The daily reference intakes for vitamins and minerals are higher for athletes than they are for the sedentary population due to the body's reliance on micronutrients during metabolic activities.

Match each of the following symptoms to the electrolyte imbalance with which it can be associated. -Death

Match the following minerals to the signs or conditions associated with their deficiency. -Zinc

Through what means do vitamins pass from the digestive system into the bloodstream?

Match the following minerals to the signs or conditions associated with their deficiency. -Calcium

Which of the following groups might be at increased risk of vitamin K deficiency? Select all that apply.

Which of the following are functions of water in the body? Select all that apply.

Match the following minerals to the possible consequences of excess consumption. -Selenium

What are some common side effects of excessive calcium intake? Select all that apply.

Match each of the following symptoms to the electrolyte imbalance with which it can be associated. -Coma

Which category of minerals is associated with maintaining water balance, osmotic equilibrium, acid-base balance, and intracellular/extracellular differential?

Match the following minerals to the signs or conditions associated with their deficiency. -Iodine

Which type of iron has the highest bioavailability?

Match the following minerals to the possible consequences of excess consumption. -Zinc

Total water weight is higher in athletes than it is in sedentary individuals. Completion Complete each statement.

Which of the following minerals has a high bioavailability? Select all that apply.

Match each of the following symptoms to the electrolyte imbalance with which it can be associated. -Cramps

Match each of the following symptoms to the electrolyte imbalance with which it can be associated. -Disorientation

Match the following minerals to the possible consequences of excess consumption. -Phosphorus

Carbohydrates

Protein

Fats

Dietary Guidelines, General Nutrition Recommendations, and Federal Nutrition Policy

Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology and Nutrition

Nutrition Strategies for Optimal Athletic Performance

Exercise, Thermoregulation, and Fluid Balance

Nutritional Strategies for Competitive Endurance, Strength, and Power Athletes

Nutritional Supplements and Ergongenic Aids

Nutrition and Body Composition Coaching and Assessment

Weight Management and Energy Balance

Nutrition Across the Lifecycle

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Exam 4: Vitamins, Minerals, Electrolytes, and Water

What is/are the essential role(s) of B vitamins during exercise? Select all that apply.

The daily reference intakes for vitamins and minerals are higher for athletes than they are for the sedentary population due to the body's reliance on micronutrients during metabolic activities.

Match each of the following symptoms to the electrolyte imbalance with which it can be associated. -Death

Match the following minerals to the signs or conditions associated with their deficiency. -Zinc

Through what means do vitamins pass from the digestive system into the bloodstream?

Match the following minerals to the signs or conditions associated with their deficiency. -Calcium

Which of the following groups might be at increased risk of vitamin K deficiency? Select all that apply.

Which of the following are functions of water in the body? Select all that apply.

Match the following minerals to the possible consequences of excess consumption. -Selenium

What are some common side effects of excessive calcium intake? Select all that apply.

Match each of the following symptoms to the electrolyte imbalance with which it can be associated. -Coma

Which category of minerals is associated with maintaining water balance, osmotic equilibrium, acid-base balance, and intracellular/extracellular differential?

Match the following minerals to the signs or conditions associated with their deficiency. -Iodine

Which type of iron has the highest bioavailability?

Match the following minerals to the possible consequences of excess consumption. -Zinc

Total water weight is higher in athletes than it is in sedentary individuals. Completion Complete each statement.

Which of the following minerals has a high bioavailability? Select all that apply.

Match each of the following symptoms to the electrolyte imbalance with which it can be associated. -Cramps

Match each of the following symptoms to the electrolyte imbalance with which it can be associated. -Disorientation

Match the following minerals to the possible consequences of excess consumption. -Phosphorus

Carbohydrates

Protein

Fats

Dietary Guidelines, General Nutrition Recommendations, and Federal Nutrition Policy

Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology and Nutrition

Nutrition Strategies for Optimal Athletic Performance

Exercise, Thermoregulation, and Fluid Balance

Nutritional Strategies for Competitive Endurance, Strength, and Power Athletes

Nutritional Supplements and Ergongenic Aids

Nutrition and Body Composition Coaching and Assessment

Weight Management and Energy Balance

Nutrition Across the Lifecycle

Nutrition for Athletes With Illness or Injury

Eating and Exercise Disorders

Nutrition for Athletes With Special Dietary Needs

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