Question 1

Cholesterol is found only in animal tissue.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Recent research indicates that fats are a primary factor in the development of hypertension.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

The sodium in tap water is consistent from one area to another.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

All of the following are sodium-containing products EXCEPT ____.

Accepted Answer

A) MSG 
B) baking powder 
C) baking soda 
D) flour 
A) MSG 
B) baking powder 
C) baking soda 
D) flour

Question 5

What does the Food and Nutrition Board recommend for daily sodium intake?

Accepted Answer

A) 7 mg per day 
B) 2,300 mg per day 
C) 500 mg per day 
D) 5 g/day 
A) 7 mg per day 
B) 2,300 mg per day 
C) 500 mg per day 
D) 5 g/day

Question 6

James is discharged on day five, in good condition with a plan to decrease cholesterol in his diet. He returns for a checkup in 3 months to find out his cholesterol level is 625. The physician plans to order a cholesterol-lowering drug: simvastatin (Zocor) or atorvastatin (Lipitor). Research these drugs for potential food-drug interactions. Identify the interactions.

Accepted Answer

Lipitor may increase serum digoxin level

Question 7

Discuss potential causes and risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

Accepted Answer

Hypertension, hyperlipidemia,

Question 8

Differentiate low-density lipoproteins (LDL) from high-density lipoproteins (HDL).

Accepted Answer

LDLs carry most of the cholesterol to th

Cholesterol is found only in animal tissue.

Recent research indicates that fats are a primary factor in the development of hypertension.

The sodium in tap water is consistent from one area to another.

All of the following are sodium-containing products EXCEPT ____.

What does the Food and Nutrition Board recommend for daily sodium intake?

Discuss potential causes and risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

Differentiate low-density lipoproteins (LDL) from high-density lipoproteins (HDL).

The Relationship of Nutrition and Health

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism

Carbohydrates

Lipids Fats

Proteins

Vitamins

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 Renal Disease

Diet and Gastrointestinal Disorders

Diet and Cancer

Foodborne Illness, Allergies, and Intolerances

Nutritional Care of Clients With Special Needs

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Exam 16: Diet and Cardiovascular Disease

Cholesterol is found only in animal tissue.

Recent research indicates that fats are a primary factor in the development of hypertension.

The sodium in tap water is consistent from one area to another.

All of the following are sodium-containing products EXCEPT ____.

What does the Food and Nutrition Board recommend for daily sodium intake?

Discuss potential causes and risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

Differentiate low-density lipoproteins (LDL) from high-density lipoproteins (HDL).

The Relationship of Nutrition and Health

Planning a Healthy Diet

Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism

Carbohydrates

Lipids Fats

Proteins

Vitamins

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 Renal Disease

Diet and Gastrointestinal Disorders

Diet and Cancer

Foodborne Illness, Allergies, and Intolerances

Nutritional Care of Clients With Special Needs

Filters