Question 1

As a way to simplify the diet required for a patient who has diabetes, a system of ________ is used.

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Question 2

Which vitamin is an intracellular antioxidant, maintains cell structures, and aids in the formation of red blood cells?

Accepted Answer

A)   Vitamin B6
B)   Vitamin B3
C)   Vitamin E
D)   Vitamin K
E)   Vitamin AF) All of the above
G) A) and D)

Question 3

Organic substances that are essential for normal body growth and maintenance and are absorbed through the digestive system are either water-soluble or fat-soluble ________.

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

Which of the following helps treat and prevent constipation, hemorrhoids, diverticular disease, and irritable bowel syndrome?

Accepted Answer

A)   Proteins
B)   Lipids
C)   Fiber
D)   Minerals
E)   VitaminsF) A) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 5

Too little of which of the following nutrients can result in an increased risk of colon cancer, hypercholesterolemia, and increased blood glucose levels?

Accepted Answer

A)   Proteins
B)   Fats
C)   Carbohydrates
D)   Fiber
E)   MineralsF) A) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 6

Which of these are included in the 2010 USDA Dietary Guidelines?

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A)   Maintain adequate nutrient intake without worrying about calories
B)   Increase sedentary activities
C)   Maintain weight even if overweight
D)   Balance calorie consumption with physical activity
E)   Increase consumption of less nutritious foodsF) A) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 7

Which of the following would you include in patient education about changes in nutritional recommendations?

Accepted Answer

A)   Nutritional recommendations change when new research is performed and verified.
B)   Dietary recommendations are not affected by research.
C)   Initial findings from research studies often change the government's dietary recommendations.
D)   There is little difference between initial findings and findings endorsed by the government.
E)   It is advisable to heed initial research findings, because the government approval process takes so long.F) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 8

The sum of all of the cellular processes that build, maintain, and supply energy to living tissue is the process of ________.

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Question 9

After the body's carbohydrate reserves are depleted, which of the following does the body burn?

Accepted Answer

A)   Protein
B)   Fat
C)   Minerals
D)   Vitamins
E)   WaterF) C) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 10

A deficiency in which vitamin causes beriberi, digestive problems, muscle weakness, nervous disorders, and heart failure?

Accepted Answer

A)   Vitamin A
B)   Vitamin B2
C)   Vitamin B6
D)   Vitamin B1
E)   Vitamin EF) C) and D)
G) B) and D)

Question 11

Fats that are usually liquid at room temperature, including most vegetable oils, are ________ fats.

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The answer of Fats that are usually liquid at room...

Question 12

In which type of special diet is food intake increased to provide 3000 to 5000 calories per day?

Accepted Answer

A)   Low-tyramine diet
B)   High-fiber diet
C)   Low-sodium diet
D)   Bland diet
E)   high-calorie, high-protein dietF) A) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 13

Complex carbohydrates, also called ________, are long chains of sugar units.

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The answer of Complex carbohydrates, also called ________, are long...

Question 14

Which of the following is a function of fiber?

Accepted Answer

A)   It supplies energy or heat to the body.
B)   It assists with antibody production and disease resistance.
C)   It absorbs organic wastes and toxins in the body so they can be expelled.
D)   It transports fat-soluble vitamins.
E)   It assists with antibody production.F) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 15

A(n) ________ test measures fat as a percentage of body weight.

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The answer of A(n) ________ test measures fat as a...

Question 16

Each gram of ____ contains 9 calories.

Accepted Answer

A)   protein
B)   carbohydrate
C)   fat
D)   fiber
E)   waterF) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 17

Good dietary sources of iron are ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   dairy products, legumes, and the soft bones of sardines and salmon
B)   liver, egg yolks, fortified breads and cereals, and dark green vegetables
C)   seafood, iodized salt, and seaweed products
D)   fruits, vegetables, and tea
E)   legumes, bananas, and nutsF) A) and C)
G) B) and D)

Question 18

Which vitamin aids in night vision, cell growth and maintenance, and normal reproductive function?

Accepted Answer

A)   Vitamin B1
B)   Vitamin C
C)   Vitamin D
D)   Vitamin K
E)   Vitamin AF) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 19

Which of the following is a criterion to identify fad diets?

Accepted Answer

A)   They include a wide variety of foods.
B)   They promise ease and comfort in weight loss.
C)   They require no special pills.
D)   They include an activity component.
E)   They may be safely followed for long periods of time.F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 20

An excess of which of the following can lead to increased levels of triglycerides and cholesterol in the blood and an increased risk of heart and artery disease?

Accepted Answer

A)   Proteins
B)   Fiber
C)   Lipids
D)   Vitamins
E)   CarbohydratesF) C) and D)
G) D) and E)

Exam 55: Nutrition and Health

Which of these are included in the 2010 USDA Dietary Guidelines?

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Good dietary sources of iron are ____.

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Which vitamin aids in night vision, cell growth and maintenance, and normal reproductive function?

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Fats that are usually liquid at room temperature, including most vegetable oils, are ________ fats.

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As a way to simplify the diet required for a patient who has diabetes, a system of ________ is used.

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A(n) ________ test measures fat as a percentage of body weight.

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Which of the following would you include in patient education about changes in nutritional recommendations?

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An excess of which of the following can lead to increased levels of triglycerides and cholesterol in the blood and an increased risk of heart and artery disease?

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Organic substances that are essential for normal body growth and maintenance and are absorbed through the digestive system are either water-soluble or fat-soluble ________.

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The sum of all of the cellular processes that build, maintain, and supply energy to living tissue is the process of ________.

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After the body's carbohydrate reserves are depleted, which of the following does the body burn?

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Which vitamin is an intracellular antioxidant, maintains cell structures, and aids in the formation of red blood cells?

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Each gram of ____ contains 9 calories.

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Complex carbohydrates, also called ________, are long chains of sugar units.

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Which of the following helps treat and prevent constipation, hemorrhoids, diverticular disease, and irritable bowel syndrome?

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Too little of which of the following nutrients can result in an increased risk of colon cancer, hypercholesterolemia, and increased blood glucose levels?

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Which of the following is a function of fiber?

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Which of the following is a criterion to identify fad diets?

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A deficiency in which vitamin causes beriberi, digestive problems, muscle weakness, nervous disorders, and heart failure?

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In which type of special diet is food intake increased to provide 3000 to 5000 calories per day?

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