Question 1

Which of the following is NOT involved in antioxidant defense?

Accepted Answer

A) glutathione peroxidase 
B) superoxide dismutase 
C) catalase 
D) hydrogen peroxide 
A) glutathione peroxidase 
B) superoxide dismutase 
C) catalase 
D) hydrogen peroxide

Question 2

Bone health is easily determined by a measurement of blood calcium level.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

A derivative of vitamin A, 13-cis-retinoic acid (Accutane), is used to ________.

Accepted Answer

A) prevent xerophthalmia 
B) treat serious cases of acne 
C) treat hypercarotenemia 
D) prevent skin cancer 
A) prevent xerophthalmia 
B) treat serious cases of acne 
C) treat hypercarotenemia 
D) prevent skin cancer

Question 4

Why do some scientists suggest that the DRI and UL for vitamin D be increased?

Accepted Answer

Some scientists suggest that the Dietary

Question 5

In North America, population groups at increased risk of vitamin A deficiency include all of the following EXCEPT ________.

Accepted Answer

A) college-aged diabetics 
B) alcoholics with liver disease 
C) those with GI diseases that prevent fat absorption 
D) low birth weight, premature infants 
A) college-aged diabetics 
B) alcoholics with liver disease 
C) those with GI diseases that prevent fat absorption 
D) low birth weight, premature infants

Question 6

Carotenoid supplementation has been effective in decreasing the risk of lung cancer in smokers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which meal contains the highest amount of vitamin C?

Accepted Answer

A) Hamburger sandwich, french fries, and cola 
B) Meat loaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, and diet cola 
C) Baked fish with lemon, broccoli, cole slaw, and strawberries 
D) Roast beef, carrots, noodles, and coffee 
A) Hamburger sandwich, french fries, and cola 
B) Meat loaf, mashed potatoes and gravy, and diet cola 
C) Baked fish with lemon, broccoli, cole slaw, and strawberries 
D) Roast beef, carrots, noodles, and coffee

Question 8

The very dense outer surface of bone is called ________.

Accepted Answer

A) osteoclastic bone 
B) osteoblastic bone 
C) trabecular bone 
D) cortical bone 
A) osteoclastic bone 
B) osteoblastic bone 
C) trabecular bone 
D) cortical bone

Question 9

List three food sources rich in vitamin D.

Accepted Answer

The answer of List three food sources rich in vitamin...

Question 10

The RDA for vitamin C is increased by ________ mg/day for smokers.

Accepted Answer

A) 10 
B) 60 
C) 35 
D) 1000 
A) 10 
B) 60 
C) 35 
D) 1000

Question 11

Should fluoridation of water be mandatory for all municipal water supplies?

Accepted Answer

The question of whether fluoridation of

Question 12

Which group of foods provides substantial amounts of vitamin C?

Accepted Answer

A) Citrus fruits and vegetables 
B) Milk and dairy products 
C) Beef, poultry, seafood 
D) Breads and cereals 
A) Citrus fruits and vegetables 
B) Milk and dairy products 
C) Beef, poultry, seafood 
D) Breads and cereals

Question 13

The primary function of vitamin C in cellular metabolism is to ________.

Accepted Answer

A) synthesize collagen 
B) add hydroxyl groups to the amino acid proline 
C) act as nonspecific reducing agent (electron donor) 
D) maintain iron in its reduced form in the formation of collagen 
A) synthesize collagen 
B) add hydroxyl groups to the amino acid proline 
C) act as nonspecific reducing agent (electron donor) 
D) maintain iron in its reduced form in the formation of collagen

Question 14

The bones most likely to be affected by the disease osteoporosis include the ________.

Accepted Answer

A) ankle, shoulder, and neck 
B) hip, thigh, and ankle 
C) hip, wrist, and vertebrae in the spine 
D) wrist, forearm, and neck 
E) All of these are correct as all bones are affected equally by osteoporosis 
A) ankle, shoulder, and neck 
B) hip, thigh, and ankle 
C) hip, wrist, and vertebrae in the spine 
D) wrist, forearm, and neck 
E) All of these are correct as all bones are affected equally by osteoporosis

Question 15

List 3 symptoms of vitamin A toxicity.

Accepted Answer

Vitamin A toxicity, also known as hyperv

Question 16

Functions of vitamin D include ________.

Accepted Answer

A) prevention of scurvy 
B) antioxidant activity 
C) glucose regulation 
D) absorption of calcium 
A) prevention of scurvy 
B) antioxidant activity 
C) glucose regulation 
D) absorption of calcium

Question 17

Of the following, the best source of provitamin A is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) fried liver 
B) baked sweet potato 
C) fresh bananas 
D) soybeans 
A) fried liver 
B) baked sweet potato 
C) fresh bananas 
D) soybeans

Which of the following is NOT involved in antioxidant defense?

Bone health is easily determined by a measurement of blood calcium level.

A derivative of vitamin A, 13-cis-retinoic acid (Accutane), is used to ________.

Why do some scientists suggest that the DRI and UL for vitamin D be increased?

In North America, population groups at increased risk of vitamin A deficiency include all of the following EXCEPT ________.

Carotenoid supplementation has been effective in decreasing the risk of lung cancer in smokers.

Which meal contains the highest amount of vitamin C?

The very dense outer surface of bone is called ________.

List three food sources rich in vitamin D.

The RDA for vitamin C is increased by ________ mg/day for smokers.

Should fluoridation of water be mandatory for all municipal water supplies?

Which group of foods provides substantial amounts of vitamin C?

The primary function of vitamin C in cellular metabolism is to ________.

The bones most likely to be affected by the disease osteoporosis include the ________.

List 3 symptoms of vitamin A toxicity.

Functions of vitamin D include ________.

Of the following, the best source of provitamin A is ________.

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Exam 15: Bone Health and Body Defense Systems

Which of the following is NOT involved in antioxidant defense?

Bone health is easily determined by a measurement of blood calcium level.

A derivative of vitamin A, 13-cis-retinoic acid (Accutane), is used to ________.

Why do some scientists suggest that the DRI and UL for vitamin D be increased?

In North America, population groups at increased risk of vitamin A deficiency include all of the following EXCEPT ________.

Carotenoid supplementation has been effective in decreasing the risk of lung cancer in smokers.

Which meal contains the highest amount of vitamin C?

The very dense outer surface of bone is called ________.

List three food sources rich in vitamin D.

The RDA for vitamin C is increased by ________ mg/day for smokers.

Should fluoridation of water be mandatory for all municipal water supplies?

Which group of foods provides substantial amounts of vitamin C?

The primary function of vitamin C in cellular metabolism is to ________.

The bones most likely to be affected by the disease osteoporosis include the ________.

List 3 symptoms of vitamin A toxicity.

Functions of vitamin D include ________.

Of the following, the best source of provitamin A is ________.

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance, Weight Control, and Eating Disorders

Nutrition, Exercise, and Sports

Micronutrients: Vitamins and Minerals

Micronutrients in Energy and Amino Acid Metabolism

Fluid Balance and Blood Health

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition During the Growing Years

Nutrition During the Adult Years

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