Question 1

Deficiency of which vitamin can result in scurvy?

Accepted Answer

A) vitamin C 
B) vitamin D 
C) vitamin B12 
D) vitamin A 
A) vitamin C 
B) vitamin D 
C) vitamin B12 
D) vitamin A A

Question 2

The major function of vitamin A is the promotion of calcium and phosphorus absorption in the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

_____ are an example of a precursor.

Accepted Answer

A) Pantothenic acids 
B) Carotenoids 
C) Coenzymes 
D) Antioxidants 
A) Pantothenic acids 
B) Carotenoids 
C) Coenzymes 
D) Antioxidants B

Question 4

Ms. Salmendos asks, "If I do need a vitamin supplement, what type should I take?"

Accepted Answer

First, take the advice of your physician

Question 5

The deficiency of vitamin D in young children may cause night blindness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

In which of the following situations is vitamin K NOT indicated?

Accepted Answer

A) to clients with faulty fat absorption 
B) to a client after extensive antibiotic therapy 
C) as an antidote for an overdose of a blood thinner 
D) to prevent hemolytic anemia in premature infants 
A) to clients with faulty fat absorption 
B) to a client after extensive antibiotic therapy 
C) as an antidote for an overdose of a blood thinner 
D) to prevent hemolytic anemia in premature infants

Question 7

The tolerable upper limits are a maximum level of daily intake that is recommended.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Megadoses of vitamins can be toxic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following nutrients enables the body to use energy?

Accepted Answer

A) carbohydrates 
B) vitamins 
C) minerals 
D) water 
A) carbohydrates 
B) vitamins 
C) minerals 
D) water

Question 10

What is the consequence of vitamin D deficiency?

Accepted Answer

A) rickets 
B) scurvy 
C) pellagra 
D) dermatitis 
A) rickets 
B) scurvy 
C) pellagra 
D) dermatitis

Question 11

A normal, healthy adult who eats a balanced diet needs a vitamin supplement that meets the daily minimum requirement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

_____ are organic compounds that are essential in small amounts for body processes.

Accepted Answer

A) Carbohydrates 
B) Vitamins 
C) Minerals 
D) Proteins 
A) Carbohydrates 
B) Vitamins 
C) Minerals 
D) Proteins

Question 13

Ms. Salmendos asks you, "Who are vitamins meant for, and why is it such a big business if people do not need supplements?"

Accepted Answer

Some people may have marginal

Question 14

Ms. Salmendos asks you why a friend of hers who has just found out she is pregnant was told by her physician that she should have been taking a vitamin, folate, prior to her pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

It is important for all women of childbe

Question 15

What are the best dietary sources of vitamin K?

Accepted Answer

A) green, leafy vegetables 
B) cow's milk 
C) corn 
D) legumes 
A) green, leafy vegetables 
B) cow's milk 
C) corn 
D) legumes

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a food source of biotin?

Accepted Answer

A) milk 
B) legumes 
C) mushrooms 
D) egg yolks 
A) milk 
B) legumes 
C) mushrooms 
D) egg yolks

Question 17

Which vitamin B is essential for the metabolism of carbohydrates and some amino acids?

Accepted Answer

A) thiamine 
B) riboflavin 
C) niacin 
D) vitamin B6 
A) thiamine 
B) riboflavin 
C) niacin 
D) vitamin B6

Question 18

The deficiency of vitamin D inhibits the absorption of _____ and _____ in the small intestine.

Accepted Answer

A) potassium and calcium 
B) calcium and biotin 
C) phosphorus and potassium 
D) phosphorus and calcium 
A) potassium and calcium 
B) calcium and biotin 
C) phosphorus and potassium 
D) phosphorus and calcium

Question 19

An example of a fat-soluble vitamin is ____.

Accepted Answer

A) vitamin C 
B) vitamin B12 
C) niacin 
D) vitamin K 
A) vitamin C 
B) vitamin B12 
C) niacin 
D) vitamin K

Question 20

Some vitamins are easily destroyed by light, air, heat, and water. Describe ways to preserve the vitamin during its preparation and cooking.

Accepted Answer

Buy freshest and unbruised produce and u

Exam 7: Vitamins

Deficiency of which vitamin can result in scurvy?

The major function of vitamin A is the promotion of calcium and phosphorus absorption in the body.

_____ are an example of a precursor.

Ms. Salmendos asks, "If I do need a vitamin supplement, what type should I take?"

The deficiency of vitamin D in young children may cause night blindness.

In which of the following situations is vitamin K NOT indicated?

The tolerable upper limits are a maximum level of daily intake that is recommended.

Megadoses of vitamins can be toxic.

Which of the following nutrients enables the body to use energy?

What is the consequence of vitamin D deficiency?

A normal, healthy adult who eats a balanced diet needs a vitamin supplement that meets the daily minimum requirement.

_____ are organic compounds that are essential in small amounts for body processes.

Ms. Salmendos asks you, "Who are vitamins meant for, and why is it such a big business if people do not need supplements?"

Ms. Salmendos asks you why a friend of hers who has just found out she is pregnant was told by her physician that she should have been taking a vitamin, folate, prior to her pregnancy.

What are the best dietary sources of vitamin K?

Which of the following is NOT a food source of biotin?

Which vitamin B is essential for the metabolism of carbohydrates and some amino acids?

The deficiency of vitamin D inhibits the absorption of _____ and _____ in the small intestine.

An example of a fat-soluble vitamin is ____.

Some vitamins are easily destroyed by light, air, heat, and water. Describe ways to preserve the vitamin during its preparation and cooking.

The Relationship of Nutrition and Health

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism

Carbohydrates

Lipids Fats

Proteins

Minerals

Water

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Lactation

Nutrition During Infancy

Nutrition During Childhood and Adolescence

Nutrition During Adulthood

Weight Management Across the Life Cycle

Diet and Pre-Diabetes and Diabetes

Diet and Cardiovascular Disease

Diet and Renal Disease

Diet and Gastrointestinal Disorders

Diet and Cancer

Foodborne Illness, Allergies, and Intolerances

Nutritional Care of Clients With Special Needs

Filters

The deficiency of vitamin D inhibits the absorption of _ and _ in the small intestine.