Question 1

Which of the following people would most likely be at HIGHEST risk for osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

A)  A Hispanic woman who is 63 years old, is obese, and works as a nurse in a hospital. 
B)  An African American man who is 69 years old, is normal weight, and is a light drinker. 
C)  An Asian American woman who is 47 years old, is normal weight, and drinks 1 to 2 cups of coffee daily. 
D)  A Caucasian American woman who is 61 years old, is underweight, and smokes. 
A)  A Hispanic woman who is 63 years old, is obese, and works as a nurse in a hospital. 
B)  An African American man who is 69 years old, is normal weight, and is a light drinker. 
C)  An Asian American woman who is 47 years old, is normal weight, and drinks 1 to 2 cups of coffee daily. 
D)  A Caucasian American woman who is 61 years old, is underweight, and smokes.

Question 2

Cindy is 63 years old and at risk for osteoporosis.Which of the following nutrients would be the MOST important to consume in adequate amounts to preserve bone mass?

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and fluoride 
B)  omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins A, D, E, and K 
C)  omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, and vitamin D 
D)  protein, calcium, and vitamin D 
A)  calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and fluoride 
B)  omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins A, D, E, and K 
C)  omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, and vitamin D 
D)  protein, calcium, and vitamin D

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a gender-specific factor affecting the risk of developing osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hormonal changes as men age do not affect bone density as dramatically as they do for women. 
B)  On average, women live longer than men. 
C)  Men have a lower absolute bone density than women. 
D)  Men experience social pressure to lift weights to "bulk up." 
A)  Hormonal changes as men age do not affect bone density as dramatically as they do for women. 
B)  On average, women live longer than men. 
C)  Men have a lower absolute bone density than women. 
D)  Men experience social pressure to lift weights to "bulk up."

Question 4

In which phase of a woman's life cycle is bone loss the greatest?

Accepted Answer

A)  puberty 
B)  pregnancy 
C)  lactation 
D)  menopause 
A)  puberty 
B)  pregnancy 
C)  lactation 
D)  menopause

Question 5

In people with osteoporosis,compression of the vertebrae in the upper back can cause

Accepted Answer

A)  fluorosis. 
B)  kyphosis. 
C)  scoliosis. 
D)  spina bifida. 
A)  fluorosis. 
B)  kyphosis. 
C)  scoliosis. 
D)  spina bifida.

Which of the following people would most likely be at HIGHEST risk for osteoporosis?

Cindy is 63 years old and at risk for osteoporosis.Which of the following nutrients would be the MOST important to consume in adequate amounts to preserve bone mass?

Which of the following is NOT a gender-specific factor affecting the risk of developing osteoporosis?

In which phase of a woman's life cycle is bone loss the greatest?

In people with osteoporosis,compression of the vertebrae in the upper back can cause

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Exam 24: Osteoporosis

Which of the following people would most likely be at HIGHEST risk for osteoporosis?

Cindy is 63 years old and at risk for osteoporosis.Which of the following nutrients would be the MOST important to consume in adequate amounts to preserve bone mass?

Which of the following is NOT a gender-specific factor affecting the risk of developing osteoporosis?

In which phase of a woman's life cycle is bone loss the greatest?

In people with osteoporosis,compression of the vertebrae in the upper back can cause

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Designing a Healthful Diet

The Human Body: Are We Really What We Eat

Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients

Fats: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients

Proteins: Crucial Components of All Body Tissues

Nutrients Involved in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Nutrients Essential to Key Body Functions

Nutrients Essential to Healthy Tissues

Achieving and Maintaining a Healthful Body Weight

Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health

Food Safety and Technology: Protecting Our Food

Food Equity,Sustainability,and Quality: The Challenge of Good Food

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

Nutrition Through the Lifecycle: Childhood to Late Adulthood

New Frontiers in Nutrition and Health

Healthful Eating Patterns

Disorders Related to Specific Foods

Diabetes

Cardiovascular Disease

Vitamins and Minerals: Micronutrients With Macro Powers

Alcohol

Cancer

Obesity

Disorders Related to Body Image, Eating, and Exercise

The Safety and Effectiveness of Dietary Supplements

Malnutrition

The Fetal Environment

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