Question 1

Low fluid intake in older adults may be caused by

Accepted Answer

A)  less intense feelings of thirst. 
B)  chronic disease. 
C)  certain medications. 
D)  reduced ability of the kidneys to concentrate urine. 
E)  All of these responses are correct. 
A)  less intense feelings of thirst. 
B)  chronic disease. 
C)  certain medications. 
D)  reduced ability of the kidneys to concentrate urine. 
E)  All of these responses are correct.

Question 2

The diets of adults tend to be low in

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin D. 
B)  zinc. 
C)  magnesium. 
D)  folate. 
E)  All of these responses are correct. 
A)  vitamin D. 
B)  zinc. 
C)  magnesium. 
D)  folate. 
E)  All of these responses are correct.

Question 3

In adulthood,a nutritious diet can help to

Accepted Answer

A)  delay onset of disease. 
B)  recover more quickly from disease. 
C)  increase mental, physical, and social well-being. 
D)  A nutritious diet can do all of these things. 
A)  delay onset of disease. 
B)  recover more quickly from disease. 
C)  increase mental, physical, and social well-being. 
D)  A nutritious diet can do all of these things.

Question 4

Which is an example of a mind-body intervention?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hypnosis 
B)  Biofeedback 
C)  Yoga 
D)  All of these are examples of mind-body interventions. 
A)  Hypnosis 
B)  Biofeedback 
C)  Yoga 
D)  All of these are examples of mind-body interventions.

Question 5

Elevated blood concentrations of ____ are associated with increased risk for stroke and neurological decline in some elderly adults.

Accepted Answer

A)  zinc 
B)  homocysteine 
C)  vitamin E 
D)  vitamin D 
A)  zinc 
B)  homocysteine 
C)  vitamin E 
D)  vitamin D

Question 6

A rational approach for someone wanting to try complementary and alternative medicine is to

Accepted Answer

A)  take advice from a trusted friend. 
B)  keep a record of symptoms and practices followed. 
C)  try at least 2 complementary and alternative medical practices at once. 
D)  All of these approaches are rational. 
A)  take advice from a trusted friend. 
B)  keep a record of symptoms and practices followed. 
C)  try at least 2 complementary and alternative medical practices at once. 
D)  All of these approaches are rational.

Question 7

Which is true of the Congregate Meal program?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is administered by the USDA. 
B)  It is part of the Older Americans Act. 
C)  Anyone age 52 or older can participate. 
D)  All of these responses are accurate. 
A)  It is administered by the USDA. 
B)  It is part of the Older Americans Act. 
C)  Anyone age 52 or older can participate. 
D)  All of these responses are accurate.

Question 8

Age-related degenerative changes can be minimized,prevented,or reversed by

Accepted Answer

A)  exercising regularly. 
B)  getting enough sleep. 
C)  avoiding excessive exposure to sunlight. 
D)  eating nutritiously. 
E)  All of these responses are correct. 
A)  exercising regularly. 
B)  getting enough sleep. 
C)  avoiding excessive exposure to sunlight. 
D)  eating nutritiously. 
E)  All of these responses are correct.

Question 9

After age ____ or so,the rate of cell breakdown begins to exceed the rate of cell renewal.

Accepted Answer

A)  25 
B)  30 
C)  35 
D)  55 
A)  25 
B)  30 
C)  35 
D)  55

Question 10

Why is vitamin D a nutrient of particular concern in older adults?

Accepted Answer

A)  Permeability of the intestine to dietary vitamin D increases as the intestine ages, which increases risk for toxicity. 
B)  Vitamin D synthesis in the skin slows. 
C)  The kidneys accelerate the conversion of vitamin D to its active form, which increases the risk for toxicity. 
D)  None of these responses are accurate. 
A)  Permeability of the intestine to dietary vitamin D increases as the intestine ages, which increases risk for toxicity. 
B)  Vitamin D synthesis in the skin slows. 
C)  The kidneys accelerate the conversion of vitamin D to its active form, which increases the risk for toxicity. 
D)  None of these responses are accurate.

Low fluid intake in older adults may be caused by

The diets of adults tend to be low in

In adulthood,a nutritious diet can help to

Which is an example of a mind-body intervention?

Elevated blood concentrations of ____ are associated with increased risk for stroke and neurological decline in some elderly adults.

A rational approach for someone wanting to try complementary and alternative medicine is to

Which is true of the Congregate Meal program?

Age-related degenerative changes can be minimized,prevented,or reversed by

After age ____ or so,the rate of cell breakdown begins to exceed the rate of cell renewal.

Why is vitamin D a nutrient of particular concern in older adults?

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Protein

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance,weight Control, Eating Disorders

Nutrition, exercise, and Sports

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition During the Growing Years

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Exam 18: Nutrition Throughout Adulthood

Low fluid intake in older adults may be caused by

The diets of adults tend to be low in

In adulthood,a nutritious diet can help to

Which is an example of a mind-body intervention?

Elevated blood concentrations of ____ are associated with increased risk for stroke and neurological decline in some elderly adults.

A rational approach for someone wanting to try complementary and alternative medicine is to

Which is true of the Congregate Meal program?

Age-related degenerative changes can be minimized,prevented,or reversed by

After age ____ or so,the rate of cell breakdown begins to exceed the rate of cell renewal.

Why is vitamin D a nutrient of particular concern in older adults?

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Protein

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance,weight Control, Eating Disorders

Nutrition, exercise, and Sports

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition During the Growing Years

Filters