Exam 16: Nutrition and Aging: the Adult Years

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've had during the day? What types of food contain a high percentage of water?

The LEAST significant factor contributing to the rate of aging is:

How does the occurrence of menopause affect a woman's risk of heart disease and breast cancer?

Aging contributes to all of the following EXCEPT:

Sarcopenia is defined as:

Dementia,or diminished mental state,is LEAST likely to be associated with:

Meals and snacks for the elderly should include plenty of _____________ to prevent dehydration?

How do Federal and other programs assist seniors in improving their dietary intake and how does the "DETERMINE" checklist identify appropriate candidates for the various programs?

By 2030,it is projected that nearly _____ % of the US population will be over 65.

Why is it especially important for the elderly to eat a nutrient dense diet?

Which of the following supports the "programmed cell death" hypothesis?

During aging,which of the following is a possible source of cell damage?

Describe the social and economic status of the elderly population most at risk for nutrition-related problems.

What proportion of older adults consumes the recommended 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day?

What is the purpose of the Nutrition Screening Initiative and the DETERMINE checklist?

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

How do the abilities to taste and smell change as a person ages? How can these changes affect diet?

Diets high in ________________ may slow or prevent development of macular degeneration and cataracts.

Which of the following changes in body composition naturally occur as a person ages past 50?

Of the following choices,which is MOST likely to result in a decreased risk of a fractured bone in an older person?