Question 1

It is not necessary for humans to consume sources of water-soluble vitamins daily,because most of them are stored in the liver.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Biotin is a coenzyme needed for certain metabolic reactions that add carbon dioxide to other compounds.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following vitamins does not play a direct role in energy metabolism?

Accepted Answer

A) Niacin 
B) Thiamin 
C) Folate 
D) Pantothenic acid 
A) Niacin 
B) Thiamin 
C) Folate 
D) Pantothenic acid

Question 4

Older adults are at risk of vitamin B-12 deficiency,because they often have __________________.

Accepted Answer

A) scurvy 
B) food-cobalamin malabsorption 
C) metabolic syndrome 
D) pyloric stenosis 
A) scurvy 
B) food-cobalamin malabsorption 
C) metabolic syndrome 
D) pyloric stenosis

Question 5

_____ is added to refined grain products as part of the enrichment process.

Accepted Answer

A) Pantothenic acid 
B) Vitamin B-6 
C) Riboflavin 
D) Vitamin D 
A) Pantothenic acid 
B) Vitamin B-6 
C) Riboflavin 
D) Vitamin D

Question 6

The body can make choline,which is classified as a vitamin-like substance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

When consumed with certain plant foods,vitamin C enhances the absorption of _____.

Accepted Answer

A) iron 
B) calcium 
C) niacin 
D) riboflavin 
A) iron 
B) calcium 
C) niacin 
D) riboflavin

Question 8

Becky's 2-year-old son can't walk because he was born with spina bifida.To reduce the chances that her next baby is born with this birth defect or related disorders,Becky should _____.

Accepted Answer

A) consume green leafy vegetables,drink orange juice,and take a folic acid supplement before getting pregnant 
B) take pantothenic acid,B-6,and B-12 supplements before getting pregnant 
C) take iron,zinc,and magnesium supplements during the first month of pregnancy,then eat more whole-grain breads and cereals for the remaining months of the pregnancy 
D) eat at least 3 ounces of fatty fish three times a week,take vitamin A and D supplements,and drink more fat-free milk during the first three months of pregnancy 
A) consume green leafy vegetables,drink orange juice,and take a folic acid supplement before getting pregnant 
B) take pantothenic acid,B-6,and B-12 supplements before getting pregnant 
C) take iron,zinc,and magnesium supplements during the first month of pregnancy,then eat more whole-grain breads and cereals for the remaining months of the pregnancy 
D) eat at least 3 ounces of fatty fish three times a week,take vitamin A and D supplements,and drink more fat-free milk during the first three months of pregnancy

Question 9

Edna is 70 years of age.She is very healthy,and the only medication she takes is a prescription drug that reduces her stomach's acid production.Her diet includes a variety of foods from all food groups.Based on this information,Edna is at risk of developing _____.

Accepted Answer

A) pernicious anemia 
B) cystic fibrosis 
C) neural tube defects 
D) beriberi 
A) pernicious anemia 
B) cystic fibrosis 
C) neural tube defects 
D) beriberi

Question 10

_____ results from lack of intrinsic factor.

Accepted Answer

A) Pellagra 
B) Cystic fibrosis 
C) Osteomalacia 
D) Pernicious anemia 
A) Pellagra 
B) Cystic fibrosis 
C) Osteomalacia 
D) Pernicious anemia

Question 11

The human body can absorb some _____ that is synthesized by intestinal bacteria.

Accepted Answer

A) vitamin C 
B) riboflavin 
C) biotin 
D) beta-carotene 
A) vitamin C 
B) riboflavin 
C) biotin 
D) beta-carotene

Question 12

Which of the following foods is a good source of vitamin C?

Accepted Answer

A) Fat-free milk 
B) Whole-wheat bread 
C) White potato 
D) Beef steak 
A) Fat-free milk 
B) Whole-wheat bread 
C) White potato 
D) Beef steak

Question 13

People are likely to develop pellagra when they consume diets that are low in niacin and animal protein.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Ronald has an inherited metabolic defect in which his cells have difficulty processing homocysteine to methionine.His physician may recommend vitamin _____ supplements to help Ronald's body metabolize homocysteine.

Accepted Answer

A) D 
B) A 
C) C 
D) B-6 
A) D 
B) A 
C) C 
D) B-6

Question 15

An _____ is a substance that protects vulnerable molecules from free radicals.

Accepted Answer

A) antioxidant 
B) enzyme 
C) oncogene 
D) ion 
A) antioxidant 
B) enzyme 
C) oncogene 
D) ion

Question 16

Which of the following portions of food provides the most folate?
Rev: 06_09_2015_QC_CS-17427

Accepted Answer

A) 1 whole papaya 
B) 1 cup of raw spinach 
C) 1/2 cup of enriched white rice 
D) 1 cup of orange juice 
A) 1 whole papaya 
B) 1 cup of raw spinach 
C) 1/2 cup of enriched white rice 
D) 1 cup of orange juice

Question 17

Felicity's LDL cholesterol level is too high.To lower her cholesterol level,she took large doses of a certain vitamin supplement,but she experienced severe facial flushing and liver damage as a result.Based on this information,which vitamin did she take?

Accepted Answer

A) Riboflavin 
B) Vitamin C 
C) Niacin 
D) B-12 
A) Riboflavin 
B) Vitamin C 
C) Niacin 
D) B-12

Question 18

Which of the following food items are major dietary sources of carnitine? (Check all that apply. )

Accepted Answer

__X__
Meat

Question 19

Sam wants to lower his risk of cancer.According to scientific studies,consuming ____ may increase his risk of this chronic disease.

Accepted Answer

A) processed meats 
B) citrus fruit 
C) brussels sprouts 
D) onions 
A) processed meats 
B) citrus fruit 
C) brussels sprouts 
D) onions

Question 20

Which of the following is not a water-soluble vitamin?

Accepted Answer

A) Vitamin A 
B) Folate 
C) Ascorbic Acid 
D) Biotin 
A) Vitamin A 
B) Folate 
C) Ascorbic Acid 
D) Biotin

It is not necessary for humans to consume sources of water-soluble vitamins daily,because most of them are stored in the liver.

Biotin is a coenzyme needed for certain metabolic reactions that add carbon dioxide to other compounds.

Which of the following vitamins does not play a direct role in energy metabolism?

Older adults are at risk of vitamin B-12 deficiency,because they often have __________________.

_____ is added to refined grain products as part of the enrichment process.

The body can make choline,which is classified as a vitamin-like substance.

When consumed with certain plant foods,vitamin C enhances the absorption of _____.

Becky's 2-year-old son can't walk because he was born with spina bifida.To reduce the chances that her next baby is born with this birth defect or related disorders,Becky should _____.

Edna is 70 years of age.She is very healthy,and the only medication she takes is a prescription drug that reduces her stomach's acid production.Her diet includes a variety of foods from all food groups.Based on this information,Edna is at risk of developing _____.

_____ results from lack of intrinsic factor.

The human body can absorb some _____ that is synthesized by intestinal bacteria.

Which of the following foods is a good source of vitamin C?

People are likely to develop pellagra when they consume diets that are low in niacin and animal protein.

Ronald has an inherited metabolic defect in which his cells have difficulty processing homocysteine to methionine.His physician may recommend vitamin _____ supplements to help Ronald's body metabolize homocysteine.

An _____ is a substance that protects vulnerable molecules from free radicals.

Which of the following portions of food provides the most folate? Rev: 06_09_2015_QC_CS-17427

Felicity's LDL cholesterol level is too high.To lower her cholesterol level,she took large doses of a certain vitamin supplement,but she experienced severe facial flushing and liver damage as a result.Based on this information,which vitamin did she take?

Which of the following food items are major dietary sources of carnitine? (Check all that apply. )

Sam wants to lower his risk of cancer.According to scientific studies,consuming ____ may increase his risk of this chronic disease.

Which of the following is not a water-soluble vitamin?

Introduction to Nutrition

Evaluating Nutrition Information

Basis of a Healthy Diet

Human Digestion, Absorption, and Transport

Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fiber

The Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols

Proteins: Amino Acids

Metabolism

Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management

Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating

Nutrition for Fitness and Sport

Pregnancy and Lactation

Infants, Children, and Adolescents

Nutrition for Older Adults

Food and Water Safety

Global Nutrition

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Exam 10: Water-Soluble Vitamins

It is not necessary for humans to consume sources of water-soluble vitamins daily,because most of them are stored in the liver.

Biotin is a coenzyme needed for certain metabolic reactions that add carbon dioxide to other compounds.

Which of the following vitamins does not play a direct role in energy metabolism?

Older adults are at risk of vitamin B-12 deficiency,because they often have __________________.

_____ is added to refined grain products as part of the enrichment process.

The body can make choline,which is classified as a vitamin-like substance.

When consumed with certain plant foods,vitamin C enhances the absorption of _____.

Becky's 2-year-old son can't walk because he was born with spina bifida.To reduce the chances that her next baby is born with this birth defect or related disorders,Becky should _____.

Edna is 70 years of age.She is very healthy,and the only medication she takes is a prescription drug that reduces her stomach's acid production.Her diet includes a variety of foods from all food groups.Based on this information,Edna is at risk of developing _____.

_____ results from lack of intrinsic factor.

The human body can absorb some _____ that is synthesized by intestinal bacteria.

Which of the following foods is a good source of vitamin C?

People are likely to develop pellagra when they consume diets that are low in niacin and animal protein.

Ronald has an inherited metabolic defect in which his cells have difficulty processing homocysteine to methionine.His physician may recommend vitamin _____ supplements to help Ronald's body metabolize homocysteine.

An _____ is a substance that protects vulnerable molecules from free radicals.

Which of the following portions of food provides the most folate? Rev: 06_09_2015_QC_CS-17427

Felicity's LDL cholesterol level is too high.To lower her cholesterol level,she took large doses of a certain vitamin supplement,but she experienced severe facial flushing and liver damage as a result.Based on this information,which vitamin did she take?

Which of the following food items are major dietary sources of carnitine? (Check all that apply. )

Sam wants to lower his risk of cancer.According to scientific studies,consuming ____ may increase his risk of this chronic disease.

Which of the following is not a water-soluble vitamin?

Introduction to Nutrition

Evaluating Nutrition Information

Basis of a Healthy Diet

Human Digestion, Absorption, and Transport

Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fiber

The Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols

Proteins: Amino Acids

Metabolism

Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management

Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating

Nutrition for Fitness and Sport

Pregnancy and Lactation

Infants, Children, and Adolescents

Nutrition for Older Adults

Food and Water Safety

Global Nutrition

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