Question 1

A(n)________ deficiency results in a diminished amount of the growth factor needed for immune cells to multiply.

Accepted Answer

A) copper 
B) zinc 
C) selenium 
D) iron 
A) copper 
B) zinc 
C) selenium 
D) iron

Question 2

Which of the following nutrients is a coenzyme for glutathione peroxidase?

Accepted Answer

A) selenium 
B) copper 
C) ascorbic acid 
D) zinc 
A) selenium 
B) copper 
C) ascorbic acid 
D) zinc

Question 3

High zinc intake enhances the absorption of copper and iron.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Inadequate intrinsic factor is associated with:

Accepted Answer

A) pernicious anemia. 
B) sickle-cell anemia. 
C) neural tube defects. 
D) thalassemia. 
A) pernicious anemia. 
B) sickle-cell anemia. 
C) neural tube defects. 
D) thalassemia.

Question 5

Which of the following individuals is MOST likely to have a copper deficiency?

Accepted Answer

A) an adult vegan 
B) premature infant fed milk-based formula 
C) adolescent female gymnast 
D) adolescent male long-distance runner 
A) an adult vegan 
B) premature infant fed milk-based formula 
C) adolescent female gymnast 
D) adolescent male long-distance runner

Question 6

Describe and explain how copper affects iron status in the body.

Accepted Answer

Copper plays a vital role in maintaining

Question 7

Lack of circulating neutrophils is a classic sign of copper toxicity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

How does protein-energy malnutrition affect the immune system?

Accepted Answer

A) suppresses nonspecific immune responses 
B) has no effect on the immune system 
C) diminishes immune response to antigens 
D) enhances specific immune responses 
A) suppresses nonspecific immune responses 
B) has no effect on the immune system 
C) diminishes immune response to antigens 
D) enhances specific immune responses

Question 9

Compare and contrast microcytic,macrocytic,and pernicious anemia.

Accepted Answer

Microcytic, macrocytic, and pernicious a

Question 10

Vitamin B₆ is essential for the synthesis of:

Accepted Answer

A) T cells. 
B) memory cells. 
C) heme iron. 
D) non-heme iron. 
A) T cells. 
B) memory cells. 
C) heme iron. 
D) non-heme iron.

Question 11

Which of the following is a positively-charged trace mineral?

Accepted Answer

A) calcium 
B) zinc 
C) sodium 
D) chloride 
A) calcium 
B) zinc 
C) sodium 
D) chloride

A(n)________ deficiency results in a diminished amount of the growth factor needed for immune cells to multiply.

Which of the following nutrients is a coenzyme for glutathione peroxidase?

High zinc intake enhances the absorption of copper and iron.

Inadequate intrinsic factor is associated with:

Which of the following individuals is MOST likely to have a copper deficiency?

Describe and explain how copper affects iron status in the body.

Lack of circulating neutrophils is a classic sign of copper toxicity.

How does protein-energy malnutrition affect the immune system?

Compare and contrast microcytic,macrocytic,and pernicious anemia.

Vitamin B₆ is essential for the synthesis of:

Which of the following is a positively-charged trace mineral?

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Exam 16: Nutrients Involved in Blood Health and Immunity

A(n)________ deficiency results in a diminished amount of the growth factor needed for immune cells to multiply.

Which of the following nutrients is a coenzyme for glutathione peroxidase?

High zinc intake enhances the absorption of copper and iron.

Inadequate intrinsic factor is associated with:

Which of the following individuals is MOST likely to have a copper deficiency?

Describe and explain how copper affects iron status in the body.

Lack of circulating neutrophils is a classic sign of copper toxicity.

How does protein-energy malnutrition affect the immune system?

Compare and contrast microcytic,macrocytic,and pernicious anemia.

Vitamin B₆ is essential for the synthesis of:

Which of the following is a positively-charged trace mineral?

The Science of Nutrition: Linking Food, function, and Health

Designing a Healthful Diet

The Human Body: Are We Really What We Eat

Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients

in Depth: Alcohol

Lipids: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients

Vitamins and Minerals: Micronutrients With Macro Powers

Phytochemicals

Disordered Eating

Proteins: Crucial Components of All Body Tissues

Metabolism: From Food to Life

Nutrients Involved in Energy Metabolism

Nutrients Involved in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Nutrients Involved in Antioxidant Function and Vision

Nutrients Involved in Bone Health

Achieving and Maintaining a Healthful Body Weight

Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health

Consumer Issues: Food Safety, Production, and Impact on the Environment

Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Pregnancy and the First Year of Life

Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Childhood and Adolescence

Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: The Later Years

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