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Human Nutrition Test Preparation
Human Nutrition explores the fundamental principles of nutrition and the role of nutrients in maintaining health and preventing disease. The course examines the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of macronutrients and micronutrients, the physiological functions of vitamins and minerals, and the impact of nutrition on growth, development, and chronic disease. Students will also analyze dietary guidelines, evaluate nutritional status, discuss contemporary issues such as obesity and food security, and understand the link between dietary choices and overall well-being.
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Wardlaws Contemporary Nutrition A Functional Approach 5th Edition by Gordon Wardlaw
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Chapter 1: Nutrition, food Choices, and Health
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Q1) What substances,present in fruits and vegetables,provide significant health benefits such as reducing the risk of cancer?
A)Phytochemicals
B)Beta blockers
C)Deoxidizers
D)Free radicals
Answer: A
Q2) The 2015 Food and Health Survey indicated that after taste,______ is now the number two reason why people choose the food they do.
A)nutrition
B)convenience
C)cost
Answer: C
Q3) Which class of nutrients comprises 60% of body weight?
A)Water
B)Protein
C)Carbohydrate
D)Minerals
Answer: A
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Chapter 2: Designing a Healthy Dietary Pattern
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Q1) Missy visits a doctor because she feels tired most of the time,is easily distracted,and feels chilled.As part of her examination,Missy has blood drawn to be tested for concentrations of nutrients and their by-products.This part of the examination is the
A)anthropometric assessment.
B)physical examination.
C)biochemical evaluation.
D)clinical examination.
Answer: C
Q2) Which government agency is responsible for regulating most U.S.food labeling?
A)Food and Drug Administration
B)U.S.Department of Agriculture
C)Bureau of Alcohol,Tobacco,and Firearms
D)Center for Science in the Public Interest
Answer: A
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Chapter 3: The Human Body: A Nutrition Perspective
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Q1) Nutrient-rich blood leaving the intestine goes by way of a vein directly to the A)kidneys.
B)heart.
C)liver.
D)pancreas.
Answer: C
Q2) What is one function of the pyloric sphincter?
A)Prevents esophageal contents from emptying too quickly into the stomach
B)Prevents stomach contents from backing up into the esophagus
C)Prevents intestinal contents from backing up into the stomach
D)Prevents intestinal contents from emptying too quickly into the colon
Answer: C
Q3) The study of the ways nutrients and food influence gene expression is called A)epidemiology.
B)molecular biology.
C)nutrigenomics.
D)nutrigenetics.
Answer: C
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Chapter 4: Carbohydrates
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Q1) Which of the following foods is the best source of insoluble (nonfermentable)fiber?
A)Kidney beans
B)English muffins made with enriched flour
C)Broccoli
D)Corn flakes
Q2) The monosaccharides important in nutrition are
A)glucose,fructose,and lactose.
B)fructose,glucose,and galactose.
C)fructose,glucose,and maltose.
D)sucrose,fructose,and glucose.
Q3) The Food and Nutrition Board recommends that Americans consume ______ of their total calories from carbohydrates.
A)10% to 25%
B)25% to 50%
C)45% to 65%
D)60% to 75%
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Chapter 5: Lipids
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Q1) To be transported throughout the body,fats are packaged in structures called A)sterols.
B)phospholipids.
C)lipoproteins.
D)micelles.
Q2) Most lipids are transported in the blood as part of a structure called a(n) A)emulsifier.
B)lipoprotein.
C)glycerol.
D)cholesterol.
Q3) Which of the following would be a good source of polyunsaturated fatty acids?
A)Beef
B)Chicken
C)Olive oil
D)Soybean oil
Q4) Good suggestions for eating in a heart-healthy way would be to A)avoid all treats.
B)trim fat off meat before and after cooking.
C)use eggs liberally because they are not associated with serum cholesterol.
D)avoid foods high in monounsaturated fat,such as olive oil.
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Chapter 6: Proteins
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Q1) Currently,the best estimate for the amount of protein required for nearly all adults is ______ grams per kilogram of body weight per day.
A)2
B)0.6
C)0.8
D)1.5
Q2) Insulin is one example of a protein that acts as A)an antioxidant.
B)an enzyme.
C)a hormone.
D)an antibody.
Q3) Jackie is an alcoholic.Her liver has been damaged to such a degree that it cannot produce the appropriate blood proteins for fluid balance.She develops a condition called edema,which is A)extreme thirst.
B)the build up of fluids in extracellular spaces.
C)loss of muscle mass.
D)cardiovascular disease.
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Chapter 7: Energy Balance and Weight Control
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Q1) Bill expends 2,500 kilocalories per day.What would be his energy expenditure,in kilocalories,from basal metabolism?
A)250 to 375
B)500 to 1,050
C)1,200 to 1,500
D)1,500 to 1,750
Q2) Which of the following is not a tool for measuring body fatness?
A)Body mass index
B)Bioelectrical impedance
C)Skinfolds
D)Underwater weighing
Q3) The best way to treat an underweight person is to advise him or her to
A)eat high-fat foods such as heavy cream,cheeses,ice cream,and ground beef.
B)stop exercising.
C)eat energy-dense foods higher in plant fats like nuts and seeds.
D)eat high-calorie foods at the beginning of a meal.
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Chapter 8: Overview of Micronutrients and Phytochemicals
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Q1) Which of the following statements is not correct when describing the role of minerals in the body?
A)They facilitate the transfer of nerve impulses.
B)They are constituents of important body compounds.
C)They provide 4 kilocalories per gram.
D)They help maintain water balance.
Q2) Micronutrients can be classified based on the presence of ______ in their chemical structures.According to this classification system,vitamins are organic and minerals are inorganic.
A)oxygen
B)synthetic chemicals
C)carbon
D)double bonds
Q3) Which of the following is not true of B vitamins?
A)They are water soluble.
B)They serve as coenzymes.
C)They can be lost during food processing and preparation.
D)They are stored in adipose tissue.
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Chapter 9: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
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Q1) Elevated blood pressure has been linked to excess intake of A)calcium and vitamin D
B)sodium and potassium.
C)sodium and chloride.
D)magnesium and potassium.
Q2) Interstitial fluid,lymph,gastrointestinal fluid,spinal fluid,plasma,and synovial fluid are part of ______ fluid.
A)intracellular
B)extracellular
Q3) Which of the following meals would be suitable for a person following a low-sodium diet?
A)Chicken noodle soup,oyster crackers,and a tossed green salad with ranch dressing
B)Chicken tenders,French fries,and sliced apples from a fast food restaurant
C)A homemade chicken casserole made with canned green beans and cream of mushroom soup
D)Homemade oven-baked chicken,buttered rice,and steamed fresh green beans
Q4) Potassium and phosphate are the major ______ electrolytes.
A)intracellular
B)extracellular
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Chapter 10: Nutrients Involved in Body Defenses
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Q1) Specialized cells and tissues that participate in the immune response,such as the spleen,thymus,and lymph nodes,are collectively called A)lymphoid tissue.
B)bone marrow.
C)white blood cells.
D)lymphocytes.
Q2) A reduced sense of taste is associated with a deficiency of A)zinc.
B)copper.
C)chromium.
D)choline.
Q3) Which of the following population groups has increased vitamin C requirements?
A)Vegetarians
B)Alcoholics
C)Older adults
D)Smokers
Q4) The physical and chemical barriers of the skin and gastrointestinal tract contribute to ______ immunity.
A)adaptive
B)innate
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Chapter 11: Nutrients Involved in Bone Health
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Q1) Tetany may be a sign of low blood levels of A)fluoride.
B)phosphorus.
C)calcium.
D)vitamin D
Q2) Choose the factors that promote bone health.
A)Smoking,alcohol,and excessive caffeine intake
B)Healthy body weight,active lifestyle,and a balanced dietary pattern that includes bone-building nutrients
C)Female,aging,and high estrogen
D)Strength training,low estrogen levels,and low protein intake
Q3) Substituting carbonated soft drinks for dairy products in the diet is a bad idea because the resulting high _______ intake combined with inadequate _______ intake leads to bone loss.
A)sodium;phosphorus
B)phosphorus;calcium
C)magnesium;sodium
D)carbon dioxide;calcium
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Chapter 12: Micronutrient Function in Energy Metabolism
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Q1) A major source of iodine in the North American diet is A)seaweed.
B)sea salt.
C)table salt.
D)carbonated soft drinks.
Q2) Manganese is not toxic at high doses.
A)True
B)False
Q3) ______ is a water-soluble vitamin that is especially important in amino acid metabolism,neurotransmitter synthesis,and the synthesis of the heme portion of hemoglobin.
A)Vitamin C
B)Vitamin B-6
C)Thiamin
D)Riboflavin
Q4) The vitamin that aids in activating fatty acids so they can yield energy is A)pantothenic acid.
B)biotin.
C)vitamin B-6.
D)thiamin.
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Chapter 13: Nutrients That Support Blood and Brain Health
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Q1) Vitamins involved in red blood cell synthesis are
A)folate and thiamin.
B)thiamin and niacin.
C)vitamin B-12 and folate.
D)folate and pantothenic acid.
Q2) All blood cells are formed in A)bone marrow.
B)cortical bone.
C)the liver.
D)plasma.
Q3) Which of the following foods provides the most iron?
A)3 ounces of shrimp
B)1 flour tortilla
C)3 ounces of turkey
D)4 ounces of sirloin steak
Q4) A rich folate food source would be A)skim milk.
B)roast beef.
C)asparagus.
D)peanuts.
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Chapter 14: Nutrition: Fitness and Sports
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Q1) Anabolic steroid use may cause which of the following side effects?
A)Frequent urination,hyperactivity,and groin pain
B)Decreased heart rate,confusion,and vision disturbances
C)Cardiovascular disease,extreme mood swings,and sleep disturbances
D)Weight loss,decreased mental alertness,and increased fat metabolism
Q2) A good sports drink contains
A)branched-chain amino acids.
B)caffeine.
C)at least 10% carbohydrate.
D)electrolyte minerals.
Q3) Which of the following is true about fatty acid usage for energy?
A)Energy is released from fatty acids anaerobically.
B)Energy is released from fatty acids in a process called lipogenesis.
C)Gram for gram,fatty acids provide more than twice as much energy as glucose.
D)Fatty acids are useful for intense exercise.
Q4) To help maintain adequate glycogen stores,an endurance athlete should eat
A)broccoli and cheese soup.
B)bagels.
C)peanut butter.
D)tuna.
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Chapter 15: Eating Disorders
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Q1) For one to be diagnosed as bulimic,he or she must average _______ binge(s)per week for at least three months.
A)1 B)2
C)3
D)4
Q2) Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa?
A)Individuals diagnosed with anorexia nervosa may exhibit behaviors of bulimia nervosa.
B)Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are two distinct conditions that do not overlap.
C)Anorexia nervosa is essentially a very severe case of bulimia nervosa.
D)People with anorexia nervosa fear becoming fat,whereas people with bulimia nervosa are not concerned with body weight.
Q3) Coping with stress by eating is a characteristic of A)female athlete triad.
B)bulimia nervosa.
C)anorexia nervosa.
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Chapter 16: Undernutrition Throughout the World
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Q1) _______ is a form of undernutrition caused by an extremely deficient intake of calories,protein,or both.Two examples of this type of malnutrition are kwashiorkor and marasmus.
A)Protein-energy malnutrition
B)Anorexia
C)Bulemia
D)Scurvy
Q2) Approximately how many Americans live at or near the poverty level?
A)5 million
B)10 million
C)25 million
D)45 million
Q3) Factors influencing the food/population ratio include all of the following except A)high socioeconomic status.
B)war and political/civil unrest.
C)rapid depletion of natural resources.
D)AIDS.
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Chapter 17: Safety of Our Food Supply
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Q1) Salmonella,Listeria,E.coli O157:H7,and Campylobacter are the bacterial foodborne illnesses of particular interest since they are the ones most often associated with A)kidney failure.
B)high fever.
C)death.
D)liver failure.
Q2) Toxic effects of lead toxicity include
A)abnormal reproduction and cancer.
B)anemia,nervous system damage,and reduced learning capacity in children.
C)heart disease.
D)bone deformities.
Q3) To avoid Salmonella contamination
A)store chicken at 40° F or below.
B)cook chicken to at least 140°F
C)cook chicken thawed in a microwave oven right away.
D)refrigerate or freeze leftovers within six hours of cooking.
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Chapter 18: Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
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Q1) During the first trimester,a woman should gain ______ pounds.
A)1 to 2
B)2 to 4
C)5 to 9
D)10 to 14
Q2) Nutrient-dense and bioavailable sources of calcium for a pregnant woman include A)fruits.
B)vegetables. C)legumes.
D)low-fat milk and cheese.
Q3) Women who experience infertility related to high levels of testosterone and insulin may have A)PCOS.
B)SGA.
C)LBW.
D)GDM.
Q4) Fertility can be impaired by A)too much body fat. B)too little body fat.
C)either too little or too much body fat.
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Chapter 19: Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence
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Q1) An adverse reaction to a food that does not involve the immune system is
A)a food allergy.
B)a food intolerance.
C)anaphylaxis.
D)a food deterrence.
Q2) Among adults,the most common food allergy is to A)eggs.
B)milk.
C)peanuts.
D)shellfish.
Q3) Which of the following statements about autism spectrum disorder is true?
A)Nutritional interventions are useless in the treatment of ASD.
B)Food allergens may contribute to ASD by altering cardiovascular system function.
C)Autism spectrum disorder can both affect and be affected by nutritional status.
D)Research shows a causal link between childhood vaccinations and ASD.
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Chapter 20: Nutrition During Adulthood
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Q1) Edna,age 75,does not tolerate dairy products well.Which of the following practices would be most appropriate for Edna to increase calcium levels?
A)Eat more meat
B)Decrease protein intake
C)Eliminate all dairy
D)Consume small amounts of milk at mealtime
Q2) After age ______ or so,total kilocalorie needs of physically inactive adults fall steadily throughout adulthood.
A)20
B)30
C)50
D)70
Q3) A loss of muscle mass accompanied by gains in fat mass is called
A)sarcopenic obesity.
B)hypertrophy.
C)sarcopenia.
D)visceral obesity.
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