Question 1

Bud has trouble with his dentures and problems chewing.Which of the following foods would be best to help meet his nutritional needs?

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A)  Toast
B)  Clear bouillon
C)  Sirloin steak
D)  Low-fat yogurtE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Gary takes a diuretic to control blood pressure,aspirin to prevent blood clots,and an antibiotic for a recent sinus infection.Which of these may affect his vitamin needs?

Accepted Answer

A)  Diuretic
B)  Aspirin
C)  Antibiotic
D)  LaxativeE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 3

Which of the following is not associated with aging.

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A)  The liver's detoxifying capacity deteriorates.
B)  The tendency to develop gallstones increases.
C)  High chromium intake impairs glucose tolerance.
D)  The digestive functions of the pancreas may decline.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 4

In the aging process,optimal functioning of body organs decreases,but it may be years before this organ decline is noticeable.This phenomena is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A)  compression of morbidity.
B)  homeostasis.
C)  reserve capacity.
D)  organ repression.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 5

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that those who choose to drink alcoholic beverages should do so in moderation,defined as the consumption of up to ______ drink(s) per day for women and older adults and up to ______ drink(s) per day for men.

Accepted Answer

A)  0;1
B)  1;2
C)  2;3
D)  3;4E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

Which of the following is not a key recommendation by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

Accepted Answer

A)  Follow a healthy eating pattern across the life span.
B)  Shift to processed food and beverage choices.
C)  Focus on variety,nutrient density,and amount.
D)  Limit calories from added sugars and saturated fats and reduce sodium intake.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C) B

Question 7

The ______ diet features abundant daily intake of fruits,vegetables,whole grains,beans,nuts,and seeds.

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A)  Atkins
B)  Mediterranean
C)  Ketogenic
D)  WesternE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 8

A loss of muscle mass accompanied by gains in fat mass is called

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A)  sarcopenic obesity.
B)  hypertrophy.
C)  sarcopenia.
D)  visceral obesity.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 9

For those over 40 years of age,an exercise program should include

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A)  physician clearance.
B)  strength training only.
C)  limited flexibility.
D)  pushing through the pain.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 10

Life expectancy refers to

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A)  the delay of the onset of disabilities caused by chronic disease.
B)  the promotion of longevity through healthful lifestyle changes.
C)  the average length of life for a given group of people born in a specific year.
D)  the maximum number of years humans live.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C) C

Question 11

Some researchers believe that damage to cells by electron-seeking compounds may contribute to the aging process.Which of the following nutrients protects cells from these compounds?

Accepted Answer

A)  Magnesium
B)  Vitamin B-12
C)  Vitamin E
D)  Vitamin KE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 12

The most common type of malnutrition during the adult years is ______ deficiency.

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin K
B)  phytochemical
C)  vitamin C
D)  ironE) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 13

Studies suggest that about ______ of a person's risk for developing alcohol-related disorders is genetic.

Accepted Answer

A)  10%
B)  25%
C)  40%
D)  65%E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 14

The foundation for a diet that optimizes long-term nutritional health would emphasize

Accepted Answer

A)  high-fat dairy products.
B)  a variety of fruits and vegetables.
C)  refined-grain breads and cereals.
D)  animal proteins high in saturated fat.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

Loss of lean body mass is termed

Accepted Answer

A)  sarcopenia.
B)  ketosis.
C)  hypertrophy.
D)  myoglobinosis.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 16

After age ______ or so,total kilocalorie needs of physically inactive adults fall steadily throughout adulthood.

Accepted Answer

A)  20
B)  30
C)  50
D)  70E) A) and D)
F) All of the above B

Question 17

A person with a deficiency of alcohol dehydrogenase would

Accepted Answer

A)  be able to pass a breathalyzer test even with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 or higher.
B)  become intoxicated at low levels of alcohol intake.
C)  feel ill due to an accumulation of acetaldehyde in the blood.
D)  have a high tolerance for alcohol.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

Which of the following is true about thirst among the elderly?

Accepted Answer

A)  Elderly individuals can easily become dehydrated and this can cause confusion.
B)  Elderly people rarely become dehydrated because the sense of thirst is enhanced as people age.
C)  About 6 cups of fluid per day is a good goal for elderly people.
D)  Diuretics do not affect the elderly person's fluid requirement.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of the ways medications have been shown to affect nutritional status?

Accepted Answer

A)  Some antihypertensive medications decrease appetite.
B)  Long-term use of antibiotics can decrease the population of bacteria that synthesizes vitamin K.
C)  Use of oral contraceptives can decrease a woman's requirements for iron.
D)  Some pain medications can cause blood clots,resulting in anemia.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 20

Sara is a middle-aged woman of Northern European descent and is quite small in stature.She eats plenty of fruits,vegetables,whole grains,legumes,and lean meats.What else could she do to live a more health-promoting lifestyle?

Accepted Answer

A)  Take vitamin and mineral supplements.
B)  Eat more vitamin E-laden fruits and vegetables.
C)  Eat more red meat.
D)  Consume plenty of low-fat milk and dairy products.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Exam 20: Nutrition During Adulthood

Bud has trouble with his dentures and problems chewing.Which of the following foods would be best to help meet his nutritional needs?

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Gary takes a diuretic to control blood pressure,aspirin to prevent blood clots,and an antibiotic for a recent sinus infection.Which of these may affect his vitamin needs?

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Which of the following is not associated with aging.

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In the aging process,optimal functioning of body organs decreases,but it may be years before this organ decline is noticeable.This phenomena is referred to as

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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that those who choose to drink alcoholic beverages should do so in moderation,defined as the consumption of up to ______ drink(s) per day for women and older adults and up to ______ drink(s) per day for men.

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Which of the following is not a key recommendation by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

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The ______ diet features abundant daily intake of fruits,vegetables,whole grains,beans,nuts,and seeds.

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A loss of muscle mass accompanied by gains in fat mass is called

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For those over 40 years of age,an exercise program should include

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Life expectancy refers to

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Some researchers believe that damage to cells by electron-seeking compounds may contribute to the aging process.Which of the following nutrients protects cells from these compounds?

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The most common type of malnutrition during the adult years is ______ deficiency.

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Studies suggest that about ______ of a person's risk for developing alcohol-related disorders is genetic.

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The foundation for a diet that optimizes long-term nutritional health would emphasize

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Loss of lean body mass is termed

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After age ______ or so,total kilocalorie needs of physically inactive adults fall steadily throughout adulthood.

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A person with a deficiency of alcohol dehydrogenase would

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Which of the following is true about thirst among the elderly?

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Which of the following is an example of the ways medications have been shown to affect nutritional status?

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Sara is a middle-aged woman of Northern European descent and is quite small in stature.She eats plenty of fruits,vegetables,whole grains,legumes,and lean meats.What else could she do to live a more health-promoting lifestyle?

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