Question 1

Which of the following contributes to the development of constipation in the older adult?

Accepted Answer

A) reduced gatric secretions 
B) increased elasticity of the colon 
C) bacterial overgrowth 
D) decreased motility in the large intestine and weakened abdominal muscles 
A) reduced gatric secretions 
B) increased elasticity of the colon 
C) bacterial overgrowth 
D) decreased motility in the large intestine and weakened abdominal muscles

Question 2

Dementia,or diminished mental state,is LEAST likely to be associated with a history of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A) alcoholism. 
B) Alzheimer's disease. 
C) strokes. 
D) high vitamin C intake. 
A) alcoholism. 
B) Alzheimer's disease. 
C) strokes. 
D) high vitamin C intake.

Question 3

Aging involves changes that progress over a lifetime.Which is the LEAST significant factor contributing to the rate of aging?

Accepted Answer

A) genetics - one's family history. 
B) one's environment. 
C) personal attitude to life 
D) lifestyle choices. 
A) genetics - one's family history. 
B) one's environment. 
C) personal attitude to life 
D) lifestyle choices.

Question 4

"Maintain health body weight,stay physically active,and follow Canada's Food Guide." What is being described?

Accepted Answer

A) Advice to young adults that decrease their risk of developing chronic disease later in life. 
B) Actions that increase morbidity. 
C) Advice to older adults that will increase their risk of chronic disease. 
D) Actions that decrease CHEI scores. 
A) Advice to young adults that decrease their risk of developing chronic disease later in life. 
B) Actions that increase morbidity. 
C) Advice to older adults that will increase their risk of chronic disease. 
D) Actions that decrease CHEI scores.

Question 5

The risk of which vitamin and mineral deficiencies increase in the elderly population?

Accepted Answer

Among the vitamins,there are i

Question 6

Diets that feature kcaloric restriction have been shown to increase the life span of several animal species.Besides reducing kcalories what is another essential characteristic of this diet?

Accepted Answer

A) Deficiencies in macronutrients and micronutrients. 
B) A decrease in immune function. 
C) High levels of fat and protein intake. 
D) Adequate levels of all essential nutrients. 
A) Deficiencies in macronutrients and micronutrients. 
B) A decrease in immune function. 
C) High levels of fat and protein intake. 
D) Adequate levels of all essential nutrients.

Question 7

Which activity is recommended in the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines for older adults (> 65 years)that is not in the Guidelines for adults under 65 years?

Accepted Answer

A) aerobic activity 
B) muscle strengthening exercises 
C) exercises to enhance balance 
D) bone strengthening exercises 
A) aerobic activity 
B) muscle strengthening exercises 
C) exercises to enhance balance 
D) bone strengthening exercises

Question 8

Although people are living longer,why is it important that natural and social scientists improve their quality of life in their later years?

Accepted Answer

Average healthy life expectancy is only

Question 9

For older adults,why are very high intakes of retinol a potential problem?

Accepted Answer

A) Retinol is absorbed very efficiently and accumulates in the body. 
B) Retinol is NOT readily cleared from the blood leading to accumulation of toxic levels. 
C) Retinol is metabolized to toxin compounds that harm bones. 
D) Retinol binds to protein receptors that influence gene expression. 
A) Retinol is absorbed very efficiently and accumulates in the body. 
B) Retinol is NOT readily cleared from the blood leading to accumulation of toxic levels. 
C) Retinol is metabolized to toxin compounds that harm bones. 
D) Retinol binds to protein receptors that influence gene expression.

Question 10

How do energy and macronutrient needs change as people age past 50?

Accepted Answer

Typically,energy needs begin t

Question 11

"Reduced secretion of this substance makes swallowing difficult and increases bacterial growth." What substance is being described?

Accepted Answer

A) amylase 
B) a hormone that stimulate motility 
C) gastric HCl. 
D) saliva 
A) amylase 
B) a hormone that stimulate motility 
C) gastric HCl. 
D) saliva

Question 12

Which disease or debilitating condition occurring in the elderly is likely to be related to nutrition?

Accepted Answer

A) dementia 
B) diabetes 
C) heart disease 
D) All of the above answer choices are correct. 
A) dementia 
B) diabetes 
C) heart disease 
D) All of the above answer choices are correct.

Question 13

Which of the following populations of adults has the lowest Canadian Healthy Eating Index score?

Accepted Answer

A) aged 19-30 
B) aged 31-50 
C) aged 51-70 
D) aged >70 
A) aged 19-30 
B) aged 31-50 
C) aged 51-70 
D) aged >70

Question 14

The nutrient needs of the elderly remain the same although their energy needs decrease.Because of this,what advice should they be given?

Accepted Answer

A) eat larger portions of food. 
B) consume a more nutrient-dense diet. 
C) eat less and exercise more. 
D) eat more concentrated sweets. 
A) eat larger portions of food. 
B) consume a more nutrient-dense diet. 
C) eat less and exercise more. 
D) eat more concentrated sweets.

Question 15

Sam and Marge are both in their 80s and live on a limited income in a medium-sized city.They usually eat at home and have almost the same diet every day of the week.They are finding that shopping and preparing three meals a day takes a lot of their energy.Marge especially has lost interest in cooking and sometimes only has tea and toast for dinner.Because neither Sam nor Marge drives,shopping means a bus trip to the store and back,along with walking several blocks.How do the nutritional needs of an older couple like Sam and Marge differ from those of middle-aged people?

Accepted Answer

Energy needs decline with age due to a d

Question 16

There is evidence that indicates that macular degeneration and cataracts may be slowed or prevented by a diet high in which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A) antioxidants. 
B) carbohydrates. 
C) protein. 
D) vitamin B12. 
A) antioxidants. 
B) carbohydrates. 
C) protein. 
D) vitamin B12.

Question 17

What is life span?

Accepted Answer

A) the maximum age to which a human can live. 
B) a process that begins with conception and continues throughout life. 
C) the average length of time that a person can be expected to live. 
D) the aging process. 
A) the maximum age to which a human can live. 
B) a process that begins with conception and continues throughout life. 
C) the average length of time that a person can be expected to live. 
D) the aging process.

Question 18

Which of the following statements regarding weight loss in older adults is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A) Weight loss can slow the decline in bone mass. 
B) Weight loss is always important in overweight older adults since the risk of death associated with obesity is much higher than in younger adults. 
C) Weight loss can cause a decline in muscle mass. 
D) By the time people get old,the benefits of weight loss are negligible. 
A) Weight loss can slow the decline in bone mass. 
B) Weight loss is always important in overweight older adults since the risk of death associated with obesity is much higher than in younger adults. 
C) Weight loss can cause a decline in muscle mass. 
D) By the time people get old,the benefits of weight loss are negligible.

Question 19

Drinking enough fluid to maintain hydration is often a problem for the elderly.What are some ways that an older adult might keep track of how much fluid they have had during the day? What types of food contain a high percentage of water?

Accepted Answer

It would be useful to purchase

Question 20

How is compression of morbidity affected by lifestyle choices?

Accepted Answer

Since compression of morbidity means tha

Exam 16: Nutrition and Aging: the Adult Years

Which of the following contributes to the development of constipation in the older adult?

Dementia,or diminished mental state,is LEAST likely to be associated with a history of which of the following?

Aging involves changes that progress over a lifetime.Which is the LEAST significant factor contributing to the rate of aging?

"Maintain health body weight,stay physically active,and follow Canada's Food Guide." What is being described?

The risk of which vitamin and mineral deficiencies increase in the elderly population?

Diets that feature kcaloric restriction have been shown to increase the life span of several animal species.Besides reducing kcalories what is another essential characteristic of this diet?

Which activity is recommended in the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines for older adults (> 65 years)that is not in the Guidelines for adults under 65 years?

Although people are living longer,why is it important that natural and social scientists improve their quality of life in their later years?

For older adults,why are very high intakes of retinol a potential problem?

How do energy and macronutrient needs change as people age past 50?

"Reduced secretion of this substance makes swallowing difficult and increases bacterial growth." What substance is being described?

Which disease or debilitating condition occurring in the elderly is likely to be related to nutrition?

Which of the following populations of adults has the lowest Canadian Healthy Eating Index score?

The nutrient needs of the elderly remain the same although their energy needs decrease.Because of this,what advice should they be given?

There is evidence that indicates that macular degeneration and cataracts may be slowed or prevented by a diet high in which of the following?

What is life span?

Which of the following statements regarding weight loss in older adults is TRUE?

Drinking enough fluid to maintain hydration is often a problem for the elderly.What are some ways that an older adult might keep track of how much fluid they have had during the day? What types of food contain a high percentage of water?

How is compression of morbidity affected by lifestyle choices?

Nutrition: Food for Health

Nutrition Guidelines: Applying the Science of Nutrition

Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism

Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fibre

Lipids

Proteins and Amino Acids

Energy Balance and Weight Management

A: the Water-Soluble Vitamins

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water and the Electrolytes

Major Minerals and Bone Health

The Trace Elements

Nutrition and Physical Activity

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Lactation

Nutrition From Infancy to Adolescence

Food Safety

World Hunger and Malnutrition

Focus 1: Focus on Beyond the Basics

Focus 2: Focus on Alcohol

Focus 3: Focus on Obesity, Metabolism, and Disease Risk

Focus 4: Focus on Phytochemicals

Focus5:focus on Natural Health Products

Focus 6: Focus on Integrating Nutrient Function in the Body

Focus 7: Focus on Eating Disorders

Focus 8: Focus on Biotechnology

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