Question 1

Kwashiorkor is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A) fibrous proteins. 
B) high biological value protein sources. 
C) complementary protein sources. 
D) lack of protein and energy in the diet. 
E) lack of protein in the diet. 
A) fibrous proteins. 
B) high biological value protein sources. 
C) complementary protein sources. 
D) lack of protein and energy in the diet. 
E) lack of protein in the diet.

Question 2

Answer questions based on the case study "Bayo" information below.
  
-Which of the following is not a risk factor for heart disease that applies to Bayo?

Accepted Answer

A) Genetics 
B) Gender 
C) Lifestyle 
D) Diet 
E) Bone mineral density 
A) Genetics 
B) Gender 
C) Lifestyle 
D) Diet 
E) Bone mineral density

Question 3

Trans fatty acids:

Accepted Answer

A) contain a single double bond. 
B) reduce heart disease risk. 
C) may be found in processed foods. 
D) are abundant in most fruits. 
E) All of the above 
A) contain a single double bond. 
B) reduce heart disease risk. 
C) may be found in processed foods. 
D) are abundant in most fruits. 
E) All of the above

Question 4

Answer questions based on the "Elly" case study information below.
Elly is a 27-year-old,sedentary woman who is 5 feet tall,weighs 150 pounds,and is currently breast feeding her baby (lactating).Several months after her baby was born her health was not improving as she had expected,so she had a health assessment done.The results indicated that she is obese with fasting total blood cholesterol of 237 mg/dl,triglycerides of 331 mg/dL,low-density lipoprotein (LDL)cholesterol of 203 mg/dL,high-density lipoprotein (HDL)cholesterol of 34 mg/dL,fasting blood sugar of 226 mg/dL,and resting blood pressure of 141/86 mm Hg.Dietary analysis results showed her to have a total daily Calorie intake of 2,705,Calorie need of 2,241,protein intake of 44 grams,fiber intake of 38 grams,cholesterol intake of 311 mg,and sodium intake of 3,423 mg.
-Elly's health assessment results indicate dyslipidemia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

High blood pressure is a well known risk factor for cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Answer questions based on the "Elly" case study information below.
Elly is a 27-year-old,sedentary woman who is 5 feet tall,weighs 150 pounds,and is currently breast feeding her baby (lactating).Several months after her baby was born her health was not improving as she had expected,so she had a health assessment done.The results indicated that she is obese with fasting total blood cholesterol of 237 mg/dl,triglycerides of 331 mg/dL,low-density lipoprotein (LDL)cholesterol of 203 mg/dL,high-density lipoprotein (HDL)cholesterol of 34 mg/dL,fasting blood sugar of 226 mg/dL,and resting blood pressure of 141/86 mm Hg.Dietary analysis results showed her to have a total daily Calorie intake of 2,705,Calorie need of 2,241,protein intake of 44 grams,fiber intake of 38 grams,cholesterol intake of 311 mg,and sodium intake of 3,423 mg.
-Because she is breast feeding,her DRI for protein is 1.1 g/kg.Elly's Dietary Reference Intake (DRI)for protein is 52 grams a day.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Answer questions based on the "Marcie" case study information below.
Marcie is a 25-year-old,sedentary woman who is 5 feet tall,weighs 150 pounds,and is currently breast feeding her baby (lactating).Several months after her baby was born her health was not improving as she had expected,so she had a health assessment done.The results indicated that she is obese with fasting total blood cholesterol of 238 mg/dL,triglycerides of 331 mg/dL,low-density lipoprotein (LDL)cholesterol of 205 mg/dL,high-density lipoprotein (HDL)cholesterol of 33 mg/dL,fasting blood sugar of 152 mg/dL,and resting blood pressure of 145/76 mm Hg.Dietary analysis results showed her to have a total daily Calorie intake of 2,705,Calorie need of 2,241,protein intake of 84 grams,fiber intake of 18 grams,cholesterol intake of 433 mg,and sodium intake of 3,885 mg.
-Marcie should minimize saturated fatty acid intake to help control her low-density lipoprotein (LDL)blood cholesterol level.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Insoluble fiber is beneficial in decreasing blood cholesterol due to its ability to bind bile.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC)diet could reduce the risks for many chronic diseases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following foods provides the best source of dietary fiber?

Accepted Answer

A) Apples 
B) Oats 
C) Carrots 
D) Legumes 
E) Pasta 
A) Apples 
B) Oats 
C) Carrots 
D) Legumes 
E) Pasta

Question 11

Lactose intolerance and lactose maldigestion cause gas,bloating,and diarrhea after the consumption of dairy products.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following hormones has a catabolic effect?

Accepted Answer

A) Glucagon 
B) Insulin 
C) Secretin 
D) Cholecystokinin 
E) All of the above 
A) Glucagon 
B) Insulin 
C) Secretin 
D) Cholecystokinin 
E) All of the above

Question 13

Match the short phrase or term with the choice that correctly completes the sentence.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all.
-An enzyme is:

Accepted Answer

A) a functional protein. 
B) a high-quality protein. 
C) protein metabolism. 
D) protein-energy malnutrition. 
E) protein malnutrition. 
A) a functional protein. 
B) a high-quality protein. 
C) protein metabolism. 
D) protein-energy malnutrition. 
E) protein malnutrition.

Question 14

What happens mostly in the large intestine (colon)?

Accepted Answer

A) Vitamins and minerals are absorbed 
B) Water is absorbed 
C) Amino acids are absorbed 
D) Glucose is absorbed 
E) Fiber is absorbed 
A) Vitamins and minerals are absorbed 
B) Water is absorbed 
C) Amino acids are absorbed 
D) Glucose is absorbed 
E) Fiber is absorbed

Question 15

Bile is an enzyme that digests lipid.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A high-protein diet is most closely associated with:

Accepted Answer

A) diabetes. 
B) accelerated kidney aging. 
C) stroke. 
D) lactose intolerance. 
E) allergy. 
A) diabetes. 
B) accelerated kidney aging. 
C) stroke. 
D) lactose intolerance. 
E) allergy.

Question 17

Soluble fibers soften in water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following statements is true about fiber?

Accepted Answer

A) Fiber is found in plant and animal foods. 
B) Fiber increases the caloric density of the diet. 
C) Fiber hardens stool. 
D) Fiber binds some vitamins and minerals. 
E) Insoluble fiber dissolves in water. 
A) Fiber is found in plant and animal foods. 
B) Fiber increases the caloric density of the diet. 
C) Fiber hardens stool. 
D) Fiber binds some vitamins and minerals. 
E) Insoluble fiber dissolves in water.

Question 19

The _____ is dependent upon glucose as a fuel source.

Accepted Answer

A) pancreas 
B) brain 
C) kidney 
D) liver 
E) small Intestine 
A) pancreas 
B) brain 
C) kidney 
D) liver 
E) small Intestine

Question 20

Which of the following can cause arterial wall injury leading to atherosclerosis?

Accepted Answer

A) Hypertension 
B) Tobacco use 
C) Stress 
D) High blood glucose 
E) All of the risks factors above can contribute to arterial wall injury. 
A) Hypertension 
B) Tobacco use 
C) Stress 
D) High blood glucose 
E) All of the risks factors above can contribute to arterial wall injury.

Kwashiorkor is best described as:

Answer questions based on the case study "Bayo" information below. -Which of the following is not a risk factor for heart disease that applies to Bayo?

Trans fatty acids:

High blood pressure is a well known risk factor for cancer.

Insoluble fiber is beneficial in decreasing blood cholesterol due to its ability to bind bile.

The Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC)diet could reduce the risks for many chronic diseases.

Which of the following foods provides the best source of dietary fiber?

Lactose intolerance and lactose maldigestion cause gas,bloating,and diarrhea after the consumption of dairy products.

Which of the following hormones has a catabolic effect?

Match the short phrase or term with the choice that correctly completes the sentence.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all. -An enzyme is:

What happens mostly in the large intestine (colon)?

Bile is an enzyme that digests lipid.

A high-protein diet is most closely associated with:

Soluble fibers soften in water.

Which of the following statements is true about fiber?

The _____ is dependent upon glucose as a fuel source.

Which of the following can cause arterial wall injury leading to atherosclerosis?

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Kwashiorkor is best described as:

Answer questions based on the case study "Bayo" information below. -Which of the following is not a risk factor for heart disease that applies to Bayo?

Trans fatty acids:

High blood pressure is a well known risk factor for cancer.

Insoluble fiber is beneficial in decreasing blood cholesterol due to its ability to bind bile.

The Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC)diet could reduce the risks for many chronic diseases.

Which of the following foods provides the best source of dietary fiber?

Lactose intolerance and lactose maldigestion cause gas,bloating,and diarrhea after the consumption of dairy products.

Which of the following hormones has a catabolic effect?

Match the short phrase or term with the choice that correctly completes the sentence.Choose the best answer.You may use some answers more than once or not at all. -An enzyme is:

What happens mostly in the large intestine (colon)?

Bile is an enzyme that digests lipid.

A high-protein diet is most closely associated with:

Soluble fibers soften in water.

Which of the following statements is true about fiber?

The _____ is dependent upon glucose as a fuel source.

Which of the following can cause arterial wall injury leading to atherosclerosis?

Nutrition Basics

Tools to Plan,Manage,and Evaluate Diets

The Science of Nutrition in Energy Balance, Body Composition,Weight Control,and Fitness

The Vitamins and Minerals

Nutrition Information and the Food Industry

Nutrition Through the Lifespan

Comprehensive, Open-Book Exam

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