Question 1

Which of the following statements about iron is false?

Accepted Answer

A) Deficiency uncommon in developed countries 
B) The most prevalent micronutrient deficiency worldwide 
C) Deficiency can impair cognitive functioning and reduce physical activity levels 
D) Iron-deficiency during pregnancy can increase a woman's risk of serious complications during childbirth 
A) Deficiency uncommon in developed countries 
B) The most prevalent micronutrient deficiency worldwide 
C) Deficiency can impair cognitive functioning and reduce physical activity levels 
D) Iron-deficiency during pregnancy can increase a woman's risk of serious complications during childbirth

Question 2

The largest food assistance program in the United States,aiding about 44 million Americans each year,is the ________.

Accepted Answer

A) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) 
B) National School Lunch Program (NSLP) 
C) Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) 
D) Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) 
A) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) 
B) National School Lunch Program (NSLP) 
C) Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) 
D) Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

Question 3

A woman who is undernourished during pregnancy has an increased risk of negative effects on her health,as well as her baby's health.  All of the following are consequences of undernutrition during pregnancy EXCEPT ________.

Accepted Answer

A) increased risk of gestational diabetes 
B) increased likelihood of delivering a low-birth-weight infant 
C) increased risk of maternal anemia 
D) increased risk of maternal death 
A) increased risk of gestational diabetes 
B) increased likelihood of delivering a low-birth-weight infant 
C) increased risk of maternal anemia 
D) increased risk of maternal death

Question 4

Cretinism is due to a maternal ________.

Accepted Answer

A) iodine deficiency 
B) zinc deficiency 
C) iron toxicity 
D) copper toxicity 
A) iodine deficiency 
B) zinc deficiency 
C) iron toxicity 
D) copper toxicity

Question 5

Lilian is a single mother to two young children.  She works full-time at a department store while her children are cared for by their grandparents.  Money is a constant worry.  However,while Lilian worries every month about having money to purchase enough food,so far she and her children have not had to change their food intake significantly.  Lilian is experiencing ________.

Accepted Answer

A) marginal food security 
B) high food security 
C) low food security 
D) very low food security 
A) marginal food security 
B) high food security 
C) low food security 
D) very low food security

Question 6

Ready-to-use therapeutic foods are typically pastes that are high in carbohydrates and low in protein and fat.  They are often distributed in bulk containers to fight hunger in communities in need.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of the following statements about WIC is false?

Accepted Answer

A) WIC recipients include low-income pregnant or postpartum women as well as children up to 2 years of age who are at nutritional risk 
B) WIC participants receive checks or vouchers to purchase approved food items 
C) WIC participants can receive nutrition education 
D) WIC participants can receive breastfeeding support 
A) WIC recipients include low-income pregnant or postpartum women as well as children up to 2 years of age who are at nutritional risk 
B) WIC participants receive checks or vouchers to purchase approved food items 
C) WIC participants can receive nutrition education 
D) WIC participants can receive breastfeeding support

Question 8

According to recent statistics (2015),13% of Americans are food insecure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Unlike sustainable agriculture,conventional agriculture requires a lot of pesticides and water,increases global warming,and has more damages and impact on the environment and ecosystems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following regions of the world has the largest number of undernourished people?

Accepted Answer

A) Sub-Saharan Africa 
B) Western Asia 
C) Latin America 
D) Eastern Europe 
A) Sub-Saharan Africa 
B) Western Asia 
C) Latin America 
D) Eastern Europe

Question 11

________ are nonprofit organizations that act as distribution centers for surplus food.

Accepted Answer

A) Food banks 
B) Meals on Wheels 
C) Congregate meals 
D) Soup kitchens 
A) Food banks 
B) Meals on Wheels 
C) Congregate meals 
D) Soup kitchens

Which of the following statements about iron is false?

The largest food assistance program in the United States,aiding about 44 million Americans each year,is the ________.

A woman who is undernourished during pregnancy has an increased risk of negative effects on her health,as well as her baby's health. All of the following are consequences of undernutrition during pregnancy EXCEPT ________.

Cretinism is due to a maternal ________.

Ready-to-use therapeutic foods are typically pastes that are high in carbohydrates and low in protein and fat. They are often distributed in bulk containers to fight hunger in communities in need.

Which of the following statements about WIC is false?

According to recent statistics (2015),13% of Americans are food insecure.

Unlike sustainable agriculture,conventional agriculture requires a lot of pesticides and water,increases global warming,and has more damages and impact on the environment and ecosystems.

Which of the following regions of the world has the largest number of undernourished people?

________ are nonprofit organizations that act as distribution centers for surplus food.

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

Nutrition for Older Adults

Food and Water Safety

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Exam 20: Global Nutrition

Which of the following statements about iron is false?

The largest food assistance program in the United States,aiding about 44 million Americans each year,is the ________.

A woman who is undernourished during pregnancy has an increased risk of negative effects on her health,as well as her baby's health. All of the following are consequences of undernutrition during pregnancy EXCEPT ________.

Cretinism is due to a maternal ________.

Ready-to-use therapeutic foods are typically pastes that are high in carbohydrates and low in protein and fat. They are often distributed in bulk containers to fight hunger in communities in need.

Which of the following statements about WIC is false?

According to recent statistics (2015),13% of Americans are food insecure.

Unlike sustainable agriculture,conventional agriculture requires a lot of pesticides and water,increases global warming,and has more damages and impact on the environment and ecosystems.

Which of the following regions of the world has the largest number of undernourished people?

________ are nonprofit organizations that act as distribution centers for surplus food.

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

Nutrition for Older Adults

Food and Water Safety

Filters