Question 1

A loss of 1-2% of body weight in fluids will cause a person to ________.

Accepted Answer

A) experience thirst 
B) experience a decline in muscle strength and endurance 
C) experience decreased heat tolerance and weakness 
D) lapse into coma and die 
A) experience thirst 
B) experience a decline in muscle strength and endurance 
C) experience decreased heat tolerance and weakness 
D) lapse into coma and die

Question 2

A positively charged ion located in the intracellular fluid is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) sodium 
B) potassium 
C) phosphate 
D) chloride 
A) sodium 
B) potassium 
C) phosphate 
D) chloride

Question 3

The enzyme superoxide dismutase contains both copper and zinc.The function of this enzyme is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) to decrease serum cholesterol levels 
B) to protect an individual from developing night blindness 
C) to act as a scavenger of free radicals, thus protecting the lipid components of the cell 
D) to prevent GI reflux and symptoms of heartburn 
A) to decrease serum cholesterol levels 
B) to protect an individual from developing night blindness 
C) to act as a scavenger of free radicals, thus protecting the lipid components of the cell 
D) to prevent GI reflux and symptoms of heartburn

Question 4

Which of the following factors increases iron absorption?

Accepted Answer

A) high intakes of zinc 
B) high stores of iron 
C) low gastric acidity 
D) increased need for iron 
A) high intakes of zinc 
B) high stores of iron 
C) low gastric acidity 
D) increased need for iron

Question 5

The force that develops when two solutions, each with a different concentration of solutes, are separated by a semipermeable membrane is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) systolic pressure 
B) diastolic pressure 
C) osmotic pressure 
D) atmospheric pressure 
A) systolic pressure 
B) diastolic pressure 
C) osmotic pressure 
D) atmospheric pressure

Question 6

An Upper Level has been set for vitamin K to protect against the significant risk of toxicity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

A person cannot drink too much water; the kidneys and sweat glands make water excretion quick and efficient, protecting the body from over hydration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Approximately ____ of dietary iron is absorbed each day from typical Westernized diets.

Accepted Answer

A) 3% 
B) 18% 
C) 65% 
D) 99% 
A) 3% 
B) 18% 
C) 65% 
D) 99%

Question 9

List 3 population groups at risk for iron deficiency.

Accepted Answer

Three population groups at risk for iron

Question 10

The nutrient essential for the synthesis of blood clotting factors is vitamin ________.

Accepted Answer

A) A 
B) D 
C) E 
D) K 
A) A 
B) D 
C) E 
D) K

Question 11

The human body has more of this substance (by weight) than any other substance.

Accepted Answer

A) protein 
B) glycogen 
C) fat 
D) water 
A) protein 
B) glycogen 
C) fat 
D) water

Question 12

What dietary suggestions would you provide to a vegan to prevent iron deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Iron is an essential mineral that plays

Question 13

Hemochromatosis is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) a form of anemia common in female athletes 
B) a genetic condition causing excess absorption of dietary iron 
C) a type of erythrocyte that carries extra iron 
D) a genetic form of iron deficiency 
A) a form of anemia common in female athletes 
B) a genetic condition causing excess absorption of dietary iron 
C) a type of erythrocyte that carries extra iron 
D) a genetic form of iron deficiency

Question 14

The most nutrient-dense food sources of vitamin K are ________.

Accepted Answer

A) green leafy vegetables 
B) whole grain breads and cereals 
C) nuts and seeds 
D) oysters and shellfish 
A) green leafy vegetables 
B) whole grain breads and cereals 
C) nuts and seeds 
D) oysters and shellfish

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the DASH diet?

Accepted Answer

A) It is rich in the minerals magnesium, potassium, and calcium 
B) It is high in fiber 
C) It contains 8-10 servings of fruits and vegetables per day 
D) It is low in protein 
A) It is rich in the minerals magnesium, potassium, and calcium 
B) It is high in fiber 
C) It contains 8-10 servings of fruits and vegetables per day 
D) It is low in protein

Question 16

Which compartment contains the greatest amount of body fluid?

Accepted Answer

A) intracellular compartment 
B) extracellular compartment 
C) Both compartments contain the same amount of water 
A) intracellular compartment 
B) extracellular compartment 
C) Both compartments contain the same amount of water

Question 17

Renin is ________.

Accepted Answer

A) a pituitary hormone that decreases water excretion 
B) minerals deposited into bone that give strength and rigidity 
C) an adrenal hormone that causes sodium reabsorption 
D) a protein-calcium complex that influences enzyme activity in cells 
E) an enzyme in kidneys formed in response to low blood pressure 
A) a pituitary hormone that decreases water excretion 
B) minerals deposited into bone that give strength and rigidity 
C) an adrenal hormone that causes sodium reabsorption 
D) a protein-calcium complex that influences enzyme activity in cells 
E) an enzyme in kidneys formed in response to low blood pressure

Question 18

Dietary heme iron is obtained mainly from plant-based foods.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Iron-deficiency anemia often causes symptoms of ________.

Accepted Answer

A) fatigue 
B) night blindness 
C) dental decay 
D) dermatitis 
A) fatigue 
B) night blindness 
C) dental decay 
D) dermatitis

Question 20

Thirst is a reliable signal to prevent dehydration in older adults.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

A loss of 1-2% of body weight in fluids will cause a person to ________.

A positively charged ion located in the intracellular fluid is ________.

The enzyme superoxide dismutase contains both copper and zinc.The function of this enzyme is ________.

Which of the following factors increases iron absorption?

The force that develops when two solutions, each with a different concentration of solutes, are separated by a semipermeable membrane is ________.

An Upper Level has been set for vitamin K to protect against the significant risk of toxicity.

A person cannot drink too much water; the kidneys and sweat glands make water excretion quick and efficient, protecting the body from over hydration.

Approximately ____ of dietary iron is absorbed each day from typical Westernized diets.

List 3 population groups at risk for iron deficiency.

The nutrient essential for the synthesis of blood clotting factors is vitamin ________.

The human body has more of this substance (by weight) than any other substance.

What dietary suggestions would you provide to a vegan to prevent iron deficiency?

Hemochromatosis is ________.

The most nutrient-dense food sources of vitamin K are ________.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the DASH diet?

Which compartment contains the greatest amount of body fluid?

Renin is ________.

Dietary heme iron is obtained mainly from plant-based foods.

Iron-deficiency anemia often causes symptoms of ________.

Thirst is a reliable signal to prevent dehydration in older adults.

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Exam 14: Fluid Balance and Blood Health

A loss of 1-2% of body weight in fluids will cause a person to ________.

A positively charged ion located in the intracellular fluid is ________.

The enzyme superoxide dismutase contains both copper and zinc.The function of this enzyme is ________.

Which of the following factors increases iron absorption?

The force that develops when two solutions, each with a different concentration of solutes, are separated by a semipermeable membrane is ________.

An Upper Level has been set for vitamin K to protect against the significant risk of toxicity.

A person cannot drink too much water; the kidneys and sweat glands make water excretion quick and efficient, protecting the body from over hydration.

Approximately ____ of dietary iron is absorbed each day from typical Westernized diets.

List 3 population groups at risk for iron deficiency.

The nutrient essential for the synthesis of blood clotting factors is vitamin ________.

The human body has more of this substance (by weight) than any other substance.

What dietary suggestions would you provide to a vegan to prevent iron deficiency?

Hemochromatosis is ________.

The most nutrient-dense food sources of vitamin K are ________.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the DASH diet?

Which compartment contains the greatest amount of body fluid?

Renin is ________.

Dietary heme iron is obtained mainly from plant-based foods.

Iron-deficiency anemia often causes symptoms of ________.

Thirst is a reliable signal to prevent dehydration in older adults.

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

Bone Health and Body Defense Systems

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition During the Growing Years

Nutrition During the Adult Years

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