Question 1

Which of the following statements are true?

Accepted Answer

A) All of the choices are correct. 
B) The body's water content decreases with advancing age. 
C) Signs of dehydration in older adults include weakness,constipation,and mental confusion. 
D) Risk of urinary incontinence increases as a person ages. 
A) All of the choices are correct. 
B) The body's water content decreases with advancing age. 
C) Signs of dehydration in older adults include weakness,constipation,and mental confusion. 
D) Risk of urinary incontinence increases as a person ages.

Question 2

Clint is 82 years of age.Compared to when he was 27 years of age,his ________ now.

Accepted Answer

A) body synthesizes more vitamin D 
B) kidney cells don't function as well 
C) stomach secretes more intrinsic factor 
D) cells require more energy 
A) body synthesizes more vitamin D 
B) kidney cells don't function as well 
C) stomach secretes more intrinsic factor 
D) cells require more energy

Question 3

Gout is a form of arthritis caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in muscles.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Margaret is 87 years of age.Compared to when she was 27 years of age,her ________ now.

Accepted Answer

A) body requires less vitamin B-12 
B) cells require more energy 
C) stomach secretes less intrinsic factor 
D) bones are more dense 
A) body requires less vitamin B-12 
B) cells require more energy 
C) stomach secretes less intrinsic factor 
D) bones are more dense

Question 5

Jenna is a 73-year-old woman who complains to her doctor that her food does not have any taste.The physician told Jenna to add more spices in each dish she prepares. Based on your knowledge about the process of aging,________.

Accepted Answer

A) Jenna is experiencing a normal decline in her sense of taste 
B) Jenna is showing symptoms of early pancreatic failure 
C) Jenna should chew her food slowly and drink plain water with meals 
D) Jenna is suffering from several vitamin and mineral deficiencies 
A) Jenna is experiencing a normal decline in her sense of taste 
B) Jenna is showing symptoms of early pancreatic failure 
C) Jenna should chew her food slowly and drink plain water with meals 
D) Jenna is suffering from several vitamin and mineral deficiencies

Question 6

Which of the following statements about cataracts is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Develops when proteins in the lens of the eye are damaged 
B) Causes the lens of the eye to become less translucent 
C) Occurs less frequently in those with diabetes 
D) Treated with daily medication 
E) All of the choices are correct. 
A) Develops when proteins in the lens of the eye are damaged 
B) Causes the lens of the eye to become less translucent 
C) Occurs less frequently in those with diabetes 
D) Treated with daily medication 
E) All of the choices are correct.

Question 7

Dorothy is 86 years of age.Her ________ is likely to have a negative influence on her nutritional status.

Accepted Answer

A) arthritis 
B) ethnic background 
C) daily exercise regimen 
D) frequent socializing with friends and family 
A) arthritis 
B) ethnic background 
C) daily exercise regimen 
D) frequent socializing with friends and family

Question 8

One of the main goals of the Nutrition Program for the Administration of Community Living (ACL)is to promote socialization in older Americans.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

________ is the loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength combined with an increase in body fat.

Accepted Answer

A) Sarcopenic obesity 
B) Sarcopenia 
C) Macular degeneration 
D) Retinopathy 
A) Sarcopenic obesity 
B) Sarcopenia 
C) Macular degeneration 
D) Retinopathy

Question 10

Forty-year old Kent has a family history of Alzheimer's disease.  What recommendations do you have for Kent to reduce his risk for Alzheimer's disease?

Accepted Answer

A) Engage in regular physical activity 
B) Continue learning and reading 
C) Consume foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids 
D) All of the choices are correct. 
A) Engage in regular physical activity 
B) Continue learning and reading 
C) Consume foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids 
D) All of the choices are correct.

Question 11

________ refers to the number of years a person can expect to spend without having serious diseases or being disabled.

Accepted Answer

A) Healthy life expectancy 
B) Longevity 
C) Life span 
D) Centenarians 
A) Healthy life expectancy 
B) Longevity 
C) Life span 
D) Centenarians

Question 12

According to scientific research involving animals,________ may extend one's life.

Accepted Answer

A) restricting energy intake 
B) taking DHEA supplements 
C) consuming megadoses of vitamins 
D) following a high-fiber,high-protein diet 
A) restricting energy intake 
B) taking DHEA supplements 
C) consuming megadoses of vitamins 
D) following a high-fiber,high-protein diet

Question 13

Which of the following minerals is often lacking in the diets of older adults?

Accepted Answer

A) Sodium 
B) Calcium 
C) Molybdenum 
D) Vanadium 
A) Sodium 
B) Calcium 
C) Molybdenum 
D) Vanadium

Question 14

As a person ages their risk of ________ increases.  This condition results in loss of muscle function,shaking,stiffness,and poor balance.

Accepted Answer

A) Parkinson's disease 
B) Alzheimer's disease 
C) diabetic retinopathy 
D) gout 
A) Parkinson's disease 
B) Alzheimer's disease 
C) diabetic retinopathy 
D) gout

Question 15

Bernice is 91 years of age.Her ________ is likely to have a negative influence on her nutritional status.

Accepted Answer

A) participation in the "Meals on Wheels" program 
B) low annual income 
C) daily exercise regimen 
D) frequent socializing with friends and family 
A) participation in the "Meals on Wheels" program 
B) low annual income 
C) daily exercise regimen 
D) frequent socializing with friends and family

Question 16

Which of the following vitamins is often lacking in the diets of older adults?

Accepted Answer

A) Vitamin B12 
B) Vitamin K 
C) Biotin 
D) Pantothenic acid 
A) Vitamin B12 
B) Vitamin K 
C) Biotin 
D) Pantothenic acid

Question 17

Most older adults can tolerate taking several prescribed and over-the-counter medications without experiencing negative health effects.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

________ is a normal physiological change associated with aging.

Accepted Answer

A) Reduced estrogen production 
B) Less heartburn 
C) Increased skin elasticity 
D) Increased secretion of saliva 
A) Reduced estrogen production 
B) Less heartburn 
C) Increased skin elasticity 
D) Increased secretion of saliva

Which of the following statements are true?

Clint is 82 years of age.Compared to when he was 27 years of age,his ________ now.

Gout is a form of arthritis caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in muscles.

Margaret is 87 years of age.Compared to when she was 27 years of age,her ________ now.

Jenna is a 73-year-old woman who complains to her doctor that her food does not have any taste.The physician told Jenna to add more spices in each dish she prepares. Based on your knowledge about the process of aging,________.

Which of the following statements about cataracts is true?

Dorothy is 86 years of age.Her ________ is likely to have a negative influence on her nutritional status.

One of the main goals of the Nutrition Program for the Administration of Community Living (ACL)is to promote socialization in older Americans.

________ is the loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength combined with an increase in body fat.

Forty-year old Kent has a family history of Alzheimer's disease. What recommendations do you have for Kent to reduce his risk for Alzheimer's disease?

________ refers to the number of years a person can expect to spend without having serious diseases or being disabled.

According to scientific research involving animals,________ may extend one's life.

Which of the following minerals is often lacking in the diets of older adults?

As a person ages their risk of ________ increases. This condition results in loss of muscle function,shaking,stiffness,and poor balance.

Bernice is 91 years of age.Her ________ is likely to have a negative influence on her nutritional status.

Which of the following vitamins is often lacking in the diets of older adults?

Most older adults can tolerate taking several prescribed and over-the-counter medications without experiencing negative health effects.

________ is a normal physiological change associated with aging.

Introduction to Nutrition

Evaluating Nutrition Information

Basis of a Healthy Diet

Human Digestion, absorption, and Transport

Carbohydrates: Sugars, starches, and Fiber

Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols

Proteins: Amino Acids

Metabolism

Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management

Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating

Nutrition for Fitness and Sport

Pregnancy and Lactation

Infants, children, and Adolescents

Food and Water Safety

Global Nutrition

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Exam 18: Nutrition for Older Adults

Which of the following statements are true?

Clint is 82 years of age.Compared to when he was 27 years of age,his ________ now.

Gout is a form of arthritis caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in muscles.

Margaret is 87 years of age.Compared to when she was 27 years of age,her ________ now.

Jenna is a 73-year-old woman who complains to her doctor that her food does not have any taste.The physician told Jenna to add more spices in each dish she prepares. Based on your knowledge about the process of aging,________.

Which of the following statements about cataracts is true?

Dorothy is 86 years of age.Her ________ is likely to have a negative influence on her nutritional status.

One of the main goals of the Nutrition Program for the Administration of Community Living (ACL)is to promote socialization in older Americans.

________ is the loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength combined with an increase in body fat.

Forty-year old Kent has a family history of Alzheimer's disease. What recommendations do you have for Kent to reduce his risk for Alzheimer's disease?

________ refers to the number of years a person can expect to spend without having serious diseases or being disabled.

According to scientific research involving animals,________ may extend one's life.

Which of the following minerals is often lacking in the diets of older adults?

As a person ages their risk of ________ increases. This condition results in loss of muscle function,shaking,stiffness,and poor balance.

Bernice is 91 years of age.Her ________ is likely to have a negative influence on her nutritional status.

Which of the following vitamins is often lacking in the diets of older adults?

Most older adults can tolerate taking several prescribed and over-the-counter medications without experiencing negative health effects.

________ is a normal physiological change associated with aging.

Introduction to Nutrition

Evaluating Nutrition Information

Basis of a Healthy Diet

Human Digestion, absorption, and Transport

Carbohydrates: Sugars, starches, and Fiber

Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols

Proteins: Amino Acids

Metabolism

Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management

Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating

Nutrition for Fitness and Sport

Pregnancy and Lactation

Infants, children, and Adolescents

Food and Water Safety

Global Nutrition

Filters