Question 1

Good sources of magnesium include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) leafy green vegetables. 
B) processed foods. 
C) nuts. 
D) whole grains. 
A) leafy green vegetables. 
B) processed foods. 
C) nuts. 
D) whole grains. B

Question 2

When blood calcium is low,parathyroid hormone raises levels by doing all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) increasing appetite for calcium containing foods. 
B) activating vitamin D. 
C) reducing calcium excretion by the kidney. 
D) stimulating calcium release from bone. 
A) increasing appetite for calcium containing foods. 
B) activating vitamin D. 
C) reducing calcium excretion by the kidney. 
D) stimulating calcium release from bone. A

Question 3

Magnesium's major functions in the body include all of the following EXCEPT:

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A) blood clotting. 
B) being a cofactor for many enzymes. 
C) stabilizing ATP. 
D) maintenance of bones. 
A) blood clotting. 
B) being a cofactor for many enzymes. 
C) stabilizing ATP. 
D) maintenance of bones. A

Question 4

The matrix of bones is:

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A) a protein framework. 
B) made up primarily of collagen. 
C) imbedded with hydroxyapatite. 
D) All of these are correct. 
A) a protein framework. 
B) made up primarily of collagen. 
C) imbedded with hydroxyapatite. 
D) All of these are correct.

Question 5

Approximately what percentage of those affected by osteoporosis are women?

Accepted Answer

A) 20 
B) 45 
C) 80 
D) >90 
A) 20 
B) 45 
C) 80 
D) >90

Question 6

Whether an element is classified as a major or as a trace mineral is determined by:

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A) the amounts needed daily by the body. 
B) where they are absorbed in the digestive tract. 
C) how critical they are for metabolic processes. 
D) where they are found on the periodic table. 
A) the amounts needed daily by the body. 
B) where they are absorbed in the digestive tract. 
C) how critical they are for metabolic processes. 
D) where they are found on the periodic table.

Question 7

What is the role of a mineral cofactor?

Accepted Answer

A mineral cofactor is an inorganic chemi

Question 8

Milk-alkali syndrome is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) excessive use of calcium containing antacids. 
B) high blood calcium. 
C) increased secretion of PTH. 
D) calcification of the kidney. 
A) excessive use of calcium containing antacids. 
B) high blood calcium. 
C) increased secretion of PTH. 
D) calcification of the kidney.

Question 9

Blood levels of magnesium are regulated primarily by:

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A) the liver. 
B) the amount consumed in the diet. 
C) absorption across the small intestine. 
D) the kidneys. 
A) the liver. 
B) the amount consumed in the diet. 
C) absorption across the small intestine. 
D) the kidneys.

Question 10

Calcium in the blood can be measured.Is this a good indicator of bone health? Why or why not?

Accepted Answer

Calcium in the blood, also known as seru

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a function of calcium?

Accepted Answer

A) Muscle contraction 
B) ATP stabilization 
C) Blood pressure regulation 
D) Neurotransmitter release 
A) Muscle contraction 
B) ATP stabilization 
C) Blood pressure regulation 
D) Neurotransmitter release

Question 12

Which is the FALSE statement about absorption of calcium?

Accepted Answer

A) Calcium absorption decreases during pregnancy. 
B) Calcium supplements may interfere with absorption of copper and iron. 
C) Lactose enhances the rate of calcium absorption. 
D) Vitamin D enhances calcium absorption. 
A) Calcium absorption decreases during pregnancy. 
B) Calcium supplements may interfere with absorption of copper and iron. 
C) Lactose enhances the rate of calcium absorption. 
D) Vitamin D enhances calcium absorption.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a major function of phosphorus in the body?

Accepted Answer

A) Contributor to bone and teeth structure 
B) Constituent of DNA 
C) pH balance 
D) Regulating blood pressure 
A) Contributor to bone and teeth structure 
B) Constituent of DNA 
C) pH balance 
D) Regulating blood pressure

Question 14

As calcium intake increases:

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A) the percentage absorbed declines. 
B) active transport becomes more important. 
C) more vitamin C is required. 
D) more iron is absorbed. 
A) the percentage absorbed declines. 
B) active transport becomes more important. 
C) more vitamin C is required. 
D) more iron is absorbed.

Question 15

The most significant dietary factor contributing to osteoporosis is:

Accepted Answer

A) vitamin D. 
B) calcium. 
C) vitamin C. 
D) protein. 
A) vitamin D. 
B) calcium. 
C) vitamin C. 
D) protein.

Question 16

Which statement regarding lactose intolerance is true?

Accepted Answer

A) It must be treated with calcium supplements to avoid osteoporosis. 
B) It means a person can eat no dairy products. 
C) The symptoms can be avoided by using products treated with lactase. 
D) Lactose intolerance is common in individuals of all ethnic backgrounds. 
A) It must be treated with calcium supplements to avoid osteoporosis. 
B) It means a person can eat no dairy products. 
C) The symptoms can be avoided by using products treated with lactase. 
D) Lactose intolerance is common in individuals of all ethnic backgrounds.

Question 17

If Sharon were to become pregnant and have another baby,how would her calcium needs change throughout pregnancy and lactation?

Accepted Answer

During pregnancy, Sharon's calcium needs

Question 18

Which is the least plentiful source of calcium?

Accepted Answer

A) Carrots 
B) Eggs 
C) Sardines 
D) Yogurt 
A) Carrots 
B) Eggs 
C) Sardines 
D) Yogurt

Question 19

Calcium absorption is highest in:

Accepted Answer

A) infancy. 
B) young adults. 
C) older adults. 
D) after menopause. 
A) infancy. 
B) young adults. 
C) older adults. 
D) after menopause.

Question 20

The group with the highest bone density is:

Accepted Answer

A) African Americans. 
B) Asians. 
C) Hispanics. 
D) Non-Hispanic whites. 
A) African Americans. 
B) Asians. 
C) Hispanics. 
D) Non-Hispanic whites.

Exam 11: Major Minerals and Bone Health

Good sources of magnesium include all of the following EXCEPT:

When blood calcium is low,parathyroid hormone raises levels by doing all of the following EXCEPT:

Magnesium's major functions in the body include all of the following EXCEPT:

The matrix of bones is:

Approximately what percentage of those affected by osteoporosis are women?

Whether an element is classified as a major or as a trace mineral is determined by:

What is the role of a mineral cofactor?

Milk-alkali syndrome is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT:

Blood levels of magnesium are regulated primarily by:

Calcium in the blood can be measured.Is this a good indicator of bone health? Why or why not?

Which of the following is NOT a function of calcium?

Which is the FALSE statement about absorption of calcium?

Which of the following is NOT a major function of phosphorus in the body?

As calcium intake increases:

The most significant dietary factor contributing to osteoporosis is:

Which statement regarding lactose intolerance is true?

If Sharon were to become pregnant and have another baby,how would her calcium needs change throughout pregnancy and lactation?

Which is the least plentiful source of calcium?

Calcium absorption is highest in:

The group with the highest bone density is:

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