Life Cycle Nutrition Exam Bank
Course Introduction
Life Cycle Nutrition explores the changing nutritional requirements and dietary recommendations throughout the human lifespan, from preconception and pregnancy through infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and aging. The course examines physiological changes, nutrient needs, and health challenges unique to each developmental stage, along with the impact of nutrition on growth, development, and disease prevention. Students will also analyze cultural, socioeconomic, and environmental factors influencing dietary practices, and develop strategies for promoting optimal nutrition across diverse populations and life stages.
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Human Nutrition Science for Healthy Living 2nd Edition by Tammy J Stephenson
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Nutrition
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Q1) Which of the following substances is a macronutrient?
A)Protein
B)Vitamin C
C)Calcium
D)Sodium
Answer: A
Q2) Which of the following foods is naturally a rich source of phytochemicals?
A)Margarine
B)Tuna
C)Blueberries
D)Chicken
Answer: C
Q3) Which of the following conditions is NOT a leading cause of death in the United States?
A)Tuberculosis
B)Cancer
C)Heart disease
D)Stroke
Answer: A
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Chapter 2: Evaluating Nutrition Information
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Q1) Which of the following statements is true?
A)The First Amendment of the U.S.Constitution often protects people who spread nutrition misinformation.
B)Pseudoscience is the scientific study of the causation and treatment of chronic diseases.
C)In the United States,only registered dietitian nutritionists can provide nutrition information.
D)Registered dietitian nutritionists are not required to update their knowledge of nutrition and dietetics regularly.
Answer: A
Q2) Which of the following kinds of studies would be the best to use when designing a scientific investigation to determine whether there is an association between consuming diets low in calcium during adolescence and developing osteoporosis (bone disease)in older adulthood?
A)Single-blind study
B)Experimental study
C)Double-blind study
D)Observational study
Answer: D
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Chapter 3: Basis of a Healthy Diet
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Q1) The label on a bag of salt-free pretzels indicates that the chips are "low-fat." This means the pretzels provide ________ gram(s)of fat or less per serving.
A)1
B)3
C)5
D)7
Answer: B
Q2) Derek wants to eat enough salad greens in one meal to equal 1 cup of vegetables.How much of the greens should he eat?
A)½ cup
B)1 cup
C)2 cups
D)1½ cups
Answer: C
Q3) The food plans available at www.choosemyplate.gov are based solely on age,sex,and estimated level of physical activity.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
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Chapter 4: Human Digestion, absorption, and Transport
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Q1) The ________ sphincter closes after a bolus has been swallowed and enters the stomach. This sphincter is essential to prevent the contents of the stomach reentering the esophagus.
A)lower esophageal
B)upper esophageal
C)pyloric
D)epiglottis
Q2) Which of the following organs is not an accessory organ of the digestive system?
A)Liver
B)Brain
C)Pancreas
D)Gallbladder
Q3) After being absorbed,most lipids undergo special processing before they enter A)special cells lining the hepatic portal vein.
B)lacteals within the villi.
C)the gastroesophageal sphincter.
D)chyme.
Q4) Active transport requires energy,but not a specific transporter.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 5: Carbohydrates: Sugars, starches, and Fiber
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Q1) According to Shawn's physician,Shawn has a high risk of ________ because his waist circumference is 42 inches,his blood pressure consistently measures 140 mm Hg/90 mm Hg,and his fasting blood glucose level is 110 mg/dl.
A)metabolic syndrome
B)cystic fibrosis
C)diverticulitis
D)constipation
Q2) Alicia has PKU.She would like to sweeten her coffee with a substance that provides 0 kcal/g.Based on this information,which of the following sweeteners supplies 0 kcal/g and is safe for her to use?
A)Sucralose
B)Aspartame
C)Invert sugar
D)Xylitol
Q3) To reduce her intake of added sugar,Isabelle should
A)replace regular soft drinks with plain water.
B)consume more refined sources of carbohydrates.
C)increase her intake of beverages sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup.
D)consume energy drinks instead of coffee.
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Chapter 6: Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols
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Q1) Lipids include phospholipids,sterols,and amino acids.
A)True
B)False
Q2) The difference between one triglyceride and another resides in the type of fatty acids attached to each glycerol.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Which of the following foods is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids?
A)Flaxseeds
B)Apples
C)Leaf lettuce
D)Fat-free milk
Q4) Which of the following statements is true?
A)A saturated fat has a triple bond between two carbons in the hydrocarbon chain.
B)A polyunsaturated fatty acid has two or more double bonds between carbons in the hydrocarbon chain.
C)The omega end of a fatty acid molecule contains the acid group.
D)Fatty acids contain nitrogen,hydrogen,and carbon.
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Chapter 7: Proteins: Amino Acids
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Q1) Which of the following statements is true?
A)Edema is a major sign of protein-energy malnutrition.
B)In the United States,teenagers have the greatest risk of protein-energy malnutrition.
C)Compared to children in other parts of the world,impoverished children in the United States have the highest risk of protein-energy malnutrition.
D)Protein-energy malnutrition affects babies while they are breastfeeding.
Q2) In the stomach,________ participate in the chemical digestion of protein.
A)gastric lipase and intrinsic factor
B)hydrochloric acid and pepsin
C)mucus and cholecystokinin
D)pancreatic amylase and intrinsic factor
Q3) Although Jerome and Joseph are the same age,weight and height;Jerome requires more vitamin C than Joseph.This is an example of __________.
A)nutrigenomics
B)nutrigenetics
C)nutrifanatics
D)nutripronomics
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Chapter 8: Metabolism
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Q1) The synthesis of glucose from noncarbohydrate precursors including glycerol,lactate,pyruvate,and most amino acids is called ________.
A)gluconeogenesis
B)glycolysis
C)beta-oxidation
D)glycogenesis
Q2) The ________ gland produces the primary hormone that controls the metabolic rate.
A)hypothalamus
B)thyroid
C)adrenal
D)salivary
Q3) John has three alcoholic drinks per day,he is classified as a ________.
A)heavy drinker
B)binge drinker
C)moderate drinker
D)light drinker
Q4) Human cells can convert acetyl CoA into pyruvate.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 9: Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins
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Q1) All vitamins are amines.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Diets supplying large amounts of the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin can lower the risk of age-related macular degeneration.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Low blood levels of vitamin K are associated with increased risk of osteoporosis.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Consuming high amounts of vitamins E and K in foods has not been associated with any negative effect on health.
A)True
B)False
Q5) In the body,vitamin A helps ________.
A)reduce collagen synthesis
B)insulin enter cells
C)maintain epithelial cells
D)the small intestine absorb calcium and phosphorus
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Chapter 10: Water-Soluble Vitamins
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Q1) People who abuse alcohol and follow nutritionally-inadequate diets have a high risk of developing B-vitamin deficiencies.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome is a degenerative brain disorder that most often occurs in alcoholics. The condition is a result of a deficiency in ________.
A)thiamin
B)niacin
C)vitamin B-6
D)pantothenic acid
Q3) Megaloblastic anemia may occur as a result of a deficiency in ________.
A)folate or vitamin B-12
B)folate or vitamin C
C)thiamin or riboflavin
D)riboflavin or niacin
Q4) A carcinogen is any environmental factor such as asbestos,tobacco smoke,radiation,or a virus that triggers cancer.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 11: Water and Major Minerals
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Q1) ________ is not one of the major signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia.
A)Muscle weakness
B)Bone pain
C)Hypertension
D)A weakened immune system
Q2) A chloride deficiency may result in hypertension.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Kevin is a healthy 30-year-old male. According to the adequate intake (AI)for total water,Kevin should consume approximately ________ cups of water daily.
A)15.5
B)13
C)11
D)9)5
Q4) Which of the following statements is true?
A)Most of the water that enters the digestive tract is excreted in feces.
B)Water and beverages comprise 100% of a person's total water intake.
C)Cells produce water as a by-product of metabolism.
D)In general,fruits and vegetables are less than 25% water by weight.
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Chapter 12: Trace Minerals
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Q1) The introduction of iodized salt in the 1920s dramatically reduced rates of ________ in the United States.
A)anemia
B)pellagra
C)hypogonadism
D)goiter
Q2) In certain parts of the United States,soil contains high amounts of selenium that accumulates in plants.Livestock that graze on these plants can develop selenium toxicity.
A)True
B)False
Q3) To reduce a person's intake of dietary inorganic arsenic,rice grains should be rinsed before cooking and rice cooked using 6 cups of water for every 1 cup of rice. Once the rice is cooked,the remaining fluid should be drained.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Chromium deficiency can lead to impaired glucose tolerance.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 13: Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management
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Q1) Being underweight reduces a person's risk of illness and infection.
A)True
B)False
Q2) According to national surveys,approximately ________ of American adults over the age of 20 were either overweight or obese in 2013-2014.
A)40%
B)70%
C)60%
D)50%
Q3) ________ typically occurs around abdominal organs and in the omentum,an apron-like structure that hangs over the stomach and intestines.
A)Visceral fat
B)Subcutaneous fat
C)Omentum fat
D)Adipokine fat
Q4) Gastric bypass surgery can increase a person's risk of osteoporosis.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 14: Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
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Q1) Which of the following behaviors is a typical sign of someone who has disordered eating but not an eating disorder?
A)Eating only cooked pasta with grated cheese for several meals
B)Binge eating daily for two months
C)Frequently making oneself vomit after meals
D)Regularly using laxatives to lose weight
Q2) ________ refers to a condition in which people with type 1 diabetes manipulate their body weight by skipping insulin injections or using less insulin than prescribed.
A)Diabulimia
B)Bulimia
C)Orthorexia
D)Muscle dysmorphia
Q3) Unlike people with anorexia nervosa,people with binge-eating disorder can be normal weight,overweight,or obese.
A)True
B)False
Q4) People with bulimia nervosa are usually able to control their eating behavior.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 15: Nutrition for Fitness and Sport
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Q1) Carbohydrate loading helps delay fatigue in athletes participating in events lasting 30 to 60 minutes.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Under anaerobic conditions,muscle cells convert pyruvate to ________.
A)alanine
B)lactic acid
C)vitamin D
D)carbon monoxide
Q3) Jordan is a competitive athlete who weighs 220 lb.He would like to plan a nutritionally adequate diet that provides enough carbohydrate to maintain his weight and glycogen stores during training and competition.According to expert recommendations,he should consume ________ grams of carbohydrate daily.
A)320 to 570
B)480 to 820
C)600 to 1000
D)1320 to 2200
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Chapter 16: Pregnancy and Lactation
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Q1) Every pregnant or nursing woman is eligible to participate and benefit from the WIC program.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Jane is 28 weeks pregnant and has been rushed to the hospital after collapsing in her office.Further medical tests have indicated that she is dehydrated and has electrolyte imbalances.The doctor noticed that she has lost weight. Jane also complains that she is still vomiting and having nausea.Based on this information,Jane suffers from
A)hyperemesis gravidarum
B)morning sickness
C)eclampsia
D)preeclampsia
Q3) Human milk is naturally a rich source of ________.
A)iron
B)vitamin D
C)lipids
D)fluoride
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Chapter 17: Infants, children, and Adolescents
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Q1) Compared to preschoolers,older children tend to eat ________.
A)fewer foods away from home
B)smaller amounts of sodium
C)fewer fried foods
D)more sugar-sweetened beverages
Q2) The ________ reflex enables an infant to draw milk and swallow when a nipple is put into its mouth.
A)suck
B)extrusion
C)rooting
D)meconium
Q3) Which of the following reflexes causes an infant to turn its head and open its mouth as the baby's cheek is stroked?
A)Suck reflex
B)Rooting reflex
C)Extrusion reflex
D)Moro reflex
Q4) From ages 1 to 2 years,a healthy child gains about 12 pounds.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 18: Nutrition for Older Adults
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Q1) Which of the following minerals is often lacking in the diets of older adults?
A)Potassium
B)Sodium
C)Sulfur
D)Vanadium
Q2) Most older adults can tolerate taking several prescribed and over-the-counter medications without experiencing negative health effects.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Dorothy is 86 years of age.Her ________ is likely to have a negative influence on her nutritional status.
A)arthritis
B)ethnic background
C)daily exercise regimen
D)frequent socializing with friends and family
Q4) Gout is a form of arthritis caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in muscles.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 19: Food and Water Safety
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Q1) Aliyah received a 15 pound frozen turkey as a gift from her workplace. She has kept the turkey in her freezer for a few weeks,but is now ready to thaw and prepare the turkey for a large family meal. You might recommend all of the following methods of thawing the frozen turkey except ________.
A)leaving the turkey out on the countertop overnight
B)putting the turkey in the refrigerator
C)placing the turkey in the sink under cold running water
D)thawing the turkey in the microwave oven
Q2) Anna enjoys grilling hamburgers,but she wants to reduce the chances that her food preparation practices result in food-borne illness.Which of the following steps should she avoid?
A)Washing her hands in warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds after touching the raw ground meat.
B)Sanitizing the plate that she used to carry the raw hamburgers to the grill before using it again.
C)Grilling the hamburgers until the internal temperature of the meat reached 160°F.
D)Thawing the frozen ground meat on the kitchen counter.
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Chapter 20: Global Nutrition
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Q1) Americans who are more likely to be food insecure include all of the following EXCEPT
A)those living in the northern region of the country
B)those living in large cities
C)single mothers
D)Hispanic families and black,non-Hispanic families
Q2) Albert has come into hard times after recently losing his job. With little money saved,Albert has had to significantly reduce both the quality and quantity of his diet due to his inability to purchase enough food. Albert is experiencing ________.
A)marginal food security
B)high food security
C)low food security
D)very low food security
Q3) All of the following are consequences of undernutrition early in life EXCEPT
A)improved cognitive ability
B)stunting
C)depressed immune system
D)low energy levels
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