Question 1

Research suggests that _____ may worsen "hyper" behavior in children.

Accepted Answer

A)  food colors 
B)  high-fat snacks 
C)  sugar 
D)  MSG 
A)  food colors 
B)  high-fat snacks 
C)  sugar 
D)  MSG

Question 2

Why do energy needs often decrease with advancing age?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Why do energy needs often decrease with...

Question 3

After the age of 50, the intake recommendation for energy assumes a _____ percent reduction in energy output per decade.

Accepted Answer

A)  5 
B)  12 
C)  15 
D)  20 
A)  5 
B)  12 
C)  15 
D)  20

Question 4

Lois is a 65-year-old female who participates in an exercise class at least three times a week. In addition, she drinks six glasses of water each day and consumes a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables and whole-grain breads and cereals. Lois has high blood pressure, takes medication for her hypertension, and experiences constipation frequently. Which of the following is the most likely cause of her constipation?

Accepted Answer

A)  low fiber intake 
B)  inadequate exercise 
C)  medications 
D)  low fluid intake 
A)  low fiber intake 
B)  inadequate exercise 
C)  medications 
D)  low fluid intake

Question 5

Hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle also alter:

Accepted Answer

A)  glucose tolerance. 
B)  food intake. 
C)  iron absorption. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c 
A)  glucose tolerance. 
B)  food intake. 
C)  iron absorption. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c

Question 6

Which of the following can interfere with the absorption of certain antibiotics?

Accepted Answer

A)  dairy products 
B)  nicotine gum 
C)  calcium-fortified juices 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c 
A)  dairy products 
B)  nicotine gum 
C)  calcium-fortified juices 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c

Question 7

An elderly woman in a nursing home no longer goes outside to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air, has reduced her meat intake because her dentures don't fit well, and has recently been having difficulty concentrating on conversations with others. This may be leading to a deficiency of which vitamins?

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin D and vitamin B12 
B)  vitamin A and folate 
C)  vitamin C and thiamin 
D)  vitamin K and riboflavin 
A)  vitamin D and vitamin B12 
B)  vitamin A and folate 
C)  vitamin C and thiamin 
D)  vitamin K and riboflavin

Question 8

Dental caries are a serious public health problem afflicting a majority of people in this country.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A child's appetite fluctuates after the age of:

Accepted Answer

A)  nine months. 
B)  one year. 
C)  two years. 
D)  three years. 
A)  nine months. 
B)  one year. 
C)  two years. 
D)  three years.

Question 10

Which of the following children is at significant risk for choking?

Accepted Answer

A)  Susie, who is sitting down and eating tender beef strips 
B)  Charles, who is snacking on grapes while watching television 
C)  Billy, who is eating while running around the table 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c 
A)  Susie, who is sitting down and eating tender beef strips 
B)  Charles, who is snacking on grapes while watching television 
C)  Billy, who is eating while running around the table 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c

Question 11

Actions of elderly adults that are having an impact on their nutritional health include all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  they are eating low-fat dairy foods and leaner meats. 
B)  they are eating more vegetables and whole-grain breads. 
C)  they are decreasing the use of alcohol to fight depression. 
D)  they are participating in the Meals on Wheels Program. 
A)  they are eating low-fat dairy foods and leaner meats. 
B)  they are eating more vegetables and whole-grain breads. 
C)  they are decreasing the use of alcohol to fight depression. 
D)  they are participating in the Meals on Wheels Program.

Question 12

Which of the following worsens acne?

Accepted Answer

A)  chocolate 
B)  stress 
C)  cola beverages 
D)  salt 
A)  chocolate 
B)  stress 
C)  cola beverages 
D)  salt

Question 13

School lunches are designed to provide at least _____ of the recommended intake for certain nutrients.

Accepted Answer

A)  one-fourth 
B)  one-half 
C)  one-third 
D)  two-thirds 
A)  one-fourth 
B)  one-half 
C)  one-third 
D)  two-thirds

Question 14

Which of the following may worsen the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis?

Accepted Answer

A)  high intake of vitamin E 
B)  low intake of vitamin D 
C)  high intake of vitamin C 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c 
A)  high intake of vitamin E 
B)  low intake of vitamin D 
C)  high intake of vitamin C 
D)  a and b 
E)  a and c

Question 15

Joe is a 15-year-old active male. However, his parents are concerned that Joe is not growing properly. To assess his growth, Joe's parents should:

Accepted Answer

A)  compare Joe's height and weight to his best friends'. 
B)  compare his height and weight with previous measures taken at intervals. 
C)  compare Joe's height and weight to adult weight standards. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c 
A)  compare Joe's height and weight to his best friends'. 
B)  compare his height and weight with previous measures taken at intervals. 
C)  compare Joe's height and weight to adult weight standards. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c

Question 16

An elderly widower is having difficulty preparing meals and eating by himself. What recommendation would you give him?

Accepted Answer

A)  Share your meals and time with others by inviting friends to dinner. 
B)  Eat often in restaurants because the meals are balanced nutritionally. 
C)  Avoid mixed dishes because they may contain too many calories per serving. 
D)  Purchase frozen dinners because they contain all the necessary food groups. 
A)  Share your meals and time with others by inviting friends to dinner. 
B)  Eat often in restaurants because the meals are balanced nutritionally. 
C)  Avoid mixed dishes because they may contain too many calories per serving. 
D)  Purchase frozen dinners because they contain all the necessary food groups.

Question 17

To prevent early onset of cataracts the diet should provide an ample supply of:

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin C from fruits and vegetables. 
B)  vitamin E from plant oils. 
C)  vitamin A from fortified milk. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c 
A)  vitamin C from fruits and vegetables. 
B)  vitamin E from plant oils. 
C)  vitamin A from fortified milk. 
D)  a and b 
E)  b and c

Question 18

A parent who wishes to protect her child from lead toxicity would do all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  prevent the child from chewing on old painted surfaces. 
B)  feed the child additional protein. 
C)  wash the child's hands, bottles, and toys often. 
D)  make sure the child gets an adequate calcium intake. 
A)  prevent the child from chewing on old painted surfaces. 
B)  feed the child additional protein. 
C)  wash the child's hands, bottles, and toys often. 
D)  make sure the child gets an adequate calcium intake.

Question 19

Whether or not a food is likely to result in dental caries depends on all of the following except:

Accepted Answer

A)  how sticky the food is. 
B)  how often it is consumed. 
C)  the bacterial content of the food. 
D)  the length of time the food stays in the mouth. 
A)  how sticky the food is. 
B)  how often it is consumed. 
C)  the bacterial content of the food. 
D)  the length of time the food stays in the mouth.

Question 20

What effect has caffeine, which is found in many food and drink products, been shown to have on the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  Large doses of caffeine have been shown to increase incidence of cancer. 
B)  Caffeine can elevate blood pressure. 
C)  Men who drink coffee have a higher risk of developing gallbladder disease. 
D)  Caffeine may slow down bone loss in women. 
A)  Large doses of caffeine have been shown to increase incidence of cancer. 
B)  Caffeine can elevate blood pressure. 
C)  Men who drink coffee have a higher risk of developing gallbladder disease. 
D)  Caffeine may slow down bone loss in women.

Research suggests that _____ may worsen "hyper" behavior in children.

Why do energy needs often decrease with advancing age?

After the age of 50, the intake recommendation for energy assumes a _____ percent reduction in energy output per decade.

Hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle also alter:

Which of the following can interfere with the absorption of certain antibiotics?

An elderly woman in a nursing home no longer goes outside to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air, has reduced her meat intake because her dentures don't fit well, and has recently been having difficulty concentrating on conversations with others. This may be leading to a deficiency of which vitamins?

Dental caries are a serious public health problem afflicting a majority of people in this country.

A child's appetite fluctuates after the age of:

Which of the following children is at significant risk for choking?

Actions of elderly adults that are having an impact on their nutritional health include all of the following except:

Which of the following worsens acne?

School lunches are designed to provide at least _____ of the recommended intake for certain nutrients.

Which of the following may worsen the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis?

Joe is a 15-year-old active male. However, his parents are concerned that Joe is not growing properly. To assess his growth, Joe's parents should:

An elderly widower is having difficulty preparing meals and eating by himself. What recommendation would you give him?

To prevent early onset of cataracts the diet should provide an ample supply of:

A parent who wishes to protect her child from lead toxicity would do all of the following except:

Whether or not a food is likely to result in dental caries depends on all of the following except:

What effect has caffeine, which is found in many food and drink products, been shown to have on the body?

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Research suggests that _____ may worsen "hyper" behavior in children.

Why do energy needs often decrease with advancing age?

After the age of 50, the intake recommendation for energy assumes a _____ percent reduction in energy output per decade.

Hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle also alter:

Which of the following can interfere with the absorption of certain antibiotics?

An elderly woman in a nursing home no longer goes outside to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air, has reduced her meat intake because her dentures don't fit well, and has recently been having difficulty concentrating on conversations with others. This may be leading to a deficiency of which vitamins?

Dental caries are a serious public health problem afflicting a majority of people in this country.

A child's appetite fluctuates after the age of:

Which of the following children is at significant risk for choking?

Actions of elderly adults that are having an impact on their nutritional health include all of the following except:

Which of the following worsens acne?

School lunches are designed to provide at least _____ of the recommended intake for certain nutrients.

Which of the following may worsen the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis?

Joe is a 15-year-old active male. However, his parents are concerned that Joe is not growing properly. To assess his growth, Joe's parents should:

An elderly widower is having difficulty preparing meals and eating by himself. What recommendation would you give him?

To prevent early onset of cataracts the diet should provide an ample supply of:

A parent who wishes to protect her child from lead toxicity would do all of the following except:

Whether or not a food is likely to result in dental caries depends on all of the following except:

What effect has caffeine, which is found in many food and drink products, been shown to have on the body?

Food Choices and Human Health

Nutrition Toolsstandards and Guidelines

The Remarkable Body

The Carbohydrates: Sugar, Starch, Glycogen, and Fiber

The Lipids: Fats, Oils, Phospholipids, and Sterols

The Proteins and Amino Acids

The Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Energy Balance and Healthy Body Weight

Nutrients, Physical Activity, and the Bodys Responses

Diet and Health

Food Safety and Food Technology

Life Cycle Nutrition: Mother and Infant

Hunger and the Global Environment

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