Nutrition and Health Pre-Test Questions
Course Introduction
This course explores the fundamental relationship between nutrition and health, examining how dietary choices impact physical well-being, disease prevention, and overall quality of life. Students will learn about essential nutrients, food sources, metabolism, and the dietary needs of different populations across the lifespan. The course also addresses contemporary issues such as obesity, eating disorders, and the role of nutrition in chronic disease management, empowering students to make informed decisions about healthy eating patterns and lifestyle choices.
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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 is NOT a key nutrition concept?
A)Malnutrition includes overnutrition as well as undernutrition.
B)Foods and the nutrients they contain are not cure-alls.
C)Variety,moderation,and balance can help ensure a diet's nutritional adequacy.
D)The best way for people to obtain all the essential nutrients is to consume dietary supplements.
Answer: D
Q2) Which of the following is NOT true about water?
A)Water is an essential nutrient.
B)Water plays a role in regulation of body temperature.
C)Water is necessary for elimination of waste from the body.
D)Water is necessary for immune function.
Answer: D
Q3) A teaspoon of sugar supplies about 16 kcals,which is the same as ________ calories.
A)1)6
B)1600
C)16,000
D)160,000
Answer: C
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Chapter 2: Evaluating Nutrition Information
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Q1) Over a 2-year period,a team of scientists records the eating behaviors and physical activity patterns of a group of healthy 8-year-old children to determine whether these factors are associated with weight gain.This study is an example of a(n)________ study.
A)case-control
B)retrospective
C)prospective
D)in vitro
Answer: C
Q2) Which of the following statements is false?
A)The Internet is generally a reliable source of nutrition information,because information posted at websites has been peer-reviewed.
B)Websites with .edu in their addresses often provide reliable nutrition information.
C)When evaluating claims for dietary supplements that appear at a website,be wary of products that include promises for quick remedies.
D)In general,personal websites,such as blogs,are not reliable sources of nutrition information.
Answer: A
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Chapter 3: Basis of a Healthy Diet
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Q1) A nutrition scientist wants to develop a nutritionally complete formula diet for adults who are healthy but need to avoid solid food for awhile.Based on this information,she is likely to refer to ________ when developing the new formula.
A)Dietary Guidelines (2015-2020 version)
B)DRIs
C)MyPlate
D)Exchange lists
Answer: B
Q2) According to the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans,saturated fat intake should be limited to less than ________% of total daily calories.
A)5
B)10
C)20
D)30
Answer: B
Q3) Use of certain medications may increase an individual's nutrient needs.
A)True
B)False
Answer: True
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Chapter 4: Human Digestion, absorption, and Transport
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Q1) Due to a respiratory bacterial infection,Amanda had to take a large spectrum antibiotic for a period of 7 days.At the end of the regimen,her respiratory problem was gone; however,she informed her doctor that she now has diarrhea and other digestive problems. What do you think the doctor will recommend to Amanda to relieve her diarrhea and digestive problems?
A)Take probiotics to restore the population of beneficial bacteria she lost due to the antibiotic she was taking
B)Prescribe a different antibiotic for her respiratory infection
C)Go for a walk and try to exercise
D)Drink hot water and learn new breathing techniques
Q2) The ________ is a flap-like piece of tissue responsible for keeping a swallowed piece of food from entering the trachea.
A)epiglottis
B)larynx
C)pharynx
D)upper esophageal sphincter
Q3) Antibiotic usage often leads to microflora imbalance in the digestive tract.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 5: Carbohydrates: Sugars, starches, and Fiber
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Q1) Julian ate a baked potato as a side with his dinner. The starch in the baked potato will begin to be digested
A)in the mouth.
B)in the stomach.
C)in the small intestine.
D)in the large intestine.
Q2) Nervous system cells burn mostly ________ for energy.
A)glucose
B)fructose
C)lactose
D)fiber
Q3) Jevincio has type 2 diabetes,and he does not control his blood glucose levels well.As a result of his lack of control,which of the following conditions is he most likely to develop?
A)Blindness
B)Cystic fibrosis
C)Irritable bowel syndrome
D)Lactose intolerance
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Chapter 6: Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols
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Q1) According to the AMDR recommendations,alpha-linolenic acid should provide ________ of a person's total daily energy intake.
A)0)6-1.2%
B)5-10%
C)less than 10%
D)at least 20%
Q2) Subcutaneous fat does not ________.
A)insulate the body against cold temperatures
B)store energy
C)protect against minor bruising
D)stimulate red blood cell production
Q3) Lecithin is a type of ________.
A)sterol
B)triglyceride
C)phospholipid
D)fatty acid
Q4) Lipids are soluble in organic solvents such as acetone but insoluble in water.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 7: Proteins: Amino Acids
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Q1) Which of the following foods is NOT usually responsible for causing allergic responses?
A)Carrots and celery
B)Wheat and shellfish
C)Peanuts and other nuts
D)Fish and shellfish
Q2) Which of the following foods is often responsible for causing an allergic response in susceptible persons?
A)Wine
B)Sunflower seeds
C)Blueberries
D)Crab
Q3) A child with protein-energy malnutrition has a high risk of dying from ________.
A)hyperglycemia
B)celiac disease
C)measles
D)diabetes
Q4) After absorption,amino acids travel to the liver via the hepatic portal vein.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 8: Metabolism
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Q1) If niacin is not available for the coenzyme nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD),which of the following would occur to the reaction that requires NAD? Check all that apply.
A)The enzymatic reaction cannot proceed
B)NAD would use another B vitamin
C)The enzymatic reaction will still be able to proceed at a regular rate
D)It is not possible to predict what will happen
Q2) The primary function of adipocytes is ________.
A)triglyceride storage
B)glucose storage
C)glycogen synthesis
D)protein synthesis
Q3) The citric acid cycle is a/an ________ process.
A)aerobic
B)anaerobic
Q4) ________ is a component of coenzyme A.
A)Pantothenic acid
B)Niacin
C)Folate
D)Thiamin
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Chapter 9: Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins
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Q1) Kesha is lactose intolerant and avoids all dairy foods. She also doesn't like the taste of rice,soy,or almond milk so consumes very little calcium in her diet. As a result of her low calcium intake,________ will be secreted in response to low blood calcium levels.
A)parathyroid hormone
B)calcitonin
C)calcitriol
D)insulin
Q2) Most vitamins are more bioavailable from synthetic sources than from natural food sources.
A)True
B)False
Q3) The most biologically active form of vitamin D,calcitriol (1,25-dihydroxyvitaminD),is made in the ________.
A)kidneys
B)liver
C)bones
D)small intestine
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Chapter 10: Water-Soluble Vitamins
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Q1) Ron's diet lacks niacin.He hasn't developed pellagra,because he consumes a high-protein diet that contains plenty of ________,the precursor for niacin.
A)beta-carotene
B)alanine
C)alpha-tocopherol
D)tryptophan
Q2) Which of the following populations is at the greatest risk for a vitamin B-12 deficiency?
A)Vegans
B)Pregnant women
C)Adolescents
D)Young adults with type 1 diabetes
Q3) 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
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Chapter 11: Water and Major Minerals
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Q1) Magnesium is involved in all of the following body functions EXCEPT ________.
A)regulation of blood glucose levels
B)formation of red blood cells
C)contraction and relaxation of muscles
D)synthesis of DNA and protein
Q2) Consuming a diet rich in potassium has been associated with ________ blood pressure.
A)a reduction in
B)an increase in
C)no effect on
Q3) ________ is classified as a major mineral.
A)Sodium
B)Zinc
C)Iron
D)Fluoride
Q4) Chloride is involved in all of the following body functions EXCEPT ________.
A)regulation of fluid balance
B)transmission of nerve impulses
C)production of stomach acid
D)energy metabolism
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Chapter 12: Trace Minerals
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Q1) Erika is a college student who has never experienced dental decay.Recently,she slipped and fell down a flight of stairs.Although she had bumps and bruises after the fall,she did not break any bones.Which of the following practices is the most likely reason for Erika's strong bones and decay-resistant teeth?
A)Taking vitamin K supplements daily
B)Drinking fluoridated water
C)Eating a high-protein,low-carbohydrate diet
D)Chewing iron pills before swallowing them
Q2) Cuproenzymes are group of enzymes that contain ________.
A)zinc
B)calcium
C)copper
D)iron
Q3) ________ enhances the effects of insulin on cell membranes.
A)Cobalamin
B)Boron
C)Chromium
D)Selenium
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Chapter 13: Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management
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Q1) In the United States,________ are more likely to be overweight or obese than other adults.
A)middle-aged men with Asian ancestry
B)white postmenopausal women
C)white American men who are over 60 years of age
D)non-Hispanic black Americans
Q2) ________ is a hormone secreted by the beta cells of the pancreas. The hormone slows the digestive process by signaling the hypothalmus to reduce hunger and delaying gastric emptying.
A)Amylin
B)Peptide YY
C)Ghrelin
D)Leptin
Q3) Heart rate monitors can be used to estimate TEE during exercise because a linear relationship exists between heart rate and oxygen consumption.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 14: Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
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Q1) Sam works out at the gym lifting weights two to three hours daily. Despite his intense workout routine,Sam feels his body is still too small and not muscular enough. Based on this information,Sam may have ________.
A)muscle dysmorphia
B)orthorexia
C)diabulimia
D)bulimia nervosa
Q2) ________ is a major treatment approach for those with bulimia nervosa and binge-eating disorder. This type of treatment involves addressing unhealthy emotions and behaviors and involves goal-oriented therapy.
A)Cognitive behavioral therapy
B)Dialectical behavior therapy
C)Phototherapy
D)Yoga therapy
Q3) ________ is an extreme obsession with eating healthy foods.
A)Diabulimia
B)Bulimia
C)Orthorexia
D)Muscle dysmorphia
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Chapter 15: Nutrition for Fitness and Sport
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Q1) Whey protein supplements can enhance exercise recovery and increase muscle protein synthesis in resistance athletes.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Juliana (140 lbs)is a resistance athlete who trains five to six days per week for at least an hour. According to the joint recommendations of an expert group that included the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics,her minimal intake of protein should be approximately ________ g daily.
A)76
B)130
C)96
D)59
Q3) Which of the following statements is true?
A)Glucose is the primary fuel for resting muscles.
B)During high-intensity exercise,the rate of fat oxidation decreases.
C)Amino acids are a major source of energy for contracting muscles.
D)Phosphocreatine provides about 85% of the energy needed to fuel muscles during endurance physical activities.
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Chapter 16: Pregnancy and Lactation
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Q1) Pregnant females who have the highest risk of experiencing complications during pregnancy are ________.
A)women between the age of 24 and 32 years old
B)teenage girls and women over the age of 35 years old
C)women between the age of 21 and 30 years old
D)women between the age of 22 and 33 years old
Q2) Treatment of hyperemesis gravidarum often includes hospitalization and the administration of intravenous fluids containing glucose,electrolytes,and vitamins to restore the pregnant woman's health.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Which of the following substances is a lipid that is necessary for the proper development of an infant's nervous system?
A)Alanine
B)DHA
C)Trans fat
D)EDTA
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Chapter 17: Infants, children, and Adolescents
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Q1) A major nutrition-related concern of adolescents is ________ intake.
A)low protein
B)high niacin
C)low calcium
D)high iron
Q2) Which of the following statements is true?
A)In the United States,healthy boys begin puberty between 14 and 16 years of age.
B)A healthy girl's skeletal growth is almost complete about 2 years after she begins menstruating.
C)By the time he reaches 16 years of age,a healthy boy's skeletal development is complete.
D)In the United States,most girls do not begin puberty until they are 14 years of age.
Q3) Body length increases by ________ inches per year in preschool-age children.
A)2)5-3
B)3-5
C)1-2.5
D)about 4
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Chapter 18: Nutrition for Older Adults
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Q1) Reduced ________ is a normal physiological change associated with aging.
A)vulnerability to cancer
B)heartburn
C)bruising
D)thirst sensation
Q2) Most older adults can tolerate taking several prescribed and over-the-counter medications without experiencing negative health effects.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Dementia is a condition that rarely affects people who are younger than 75 years of age.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Which of the following statements about cataracts is true?
A)Develops when proteins in the lens of the eye are damaged
B)Causes the lens of the eye to become less translucent
C)Occurs less frequently in those with diabetes
D)Treated with daily medication
E)All of the choices are correct.
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Chapter 19: Food and Water Safety
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Q1) All of the following are recommendations of the FDA in regards to the selection and use of cutting boards EXCEPT ________.
A)to use wood cutting boards made from a soft wood
B)to use easy-to-clean cutting boards
C)to use a different cutting board for cutting meat as for cutting vegetables
D)to replace cutting boards when they become streaked
Q2) Grace recently took a cruise on board a luxury liner.A few days into her vacation,she developed signs of ________ infection,the most common food-borne illness in the United States.
A)norovirus
B)trichinella
C)botulism
D)anisakis
Q3) According to the Delaney Clause,a food additive that caused cancer in laboratory mice at the FDA's testing center can be added to food,but only when the amount is no more than one-tenth of the amount that caused the mice to develop cancer.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 20: Global Nutrition
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Q1) In the United States,about ________ of food grown,process,and/or transported goes to waste.
A)25 to 40%
B)5 to 10%
C)10 to 20%
D)20 to 30%
Q2) Which of the following statements about iron is false?
A)Deficiency uncommon in developed countries
B)The most prevalent micronutrient deficiency worldwide
C)Deficiency can impair cognitive functioning and reduce physical activity levels
D)Iron-deficiency during pregnancy can increase a woman's risk of serious complications during childbirth
Q3) Which of the following countries had the highest under-5 mortality rate in 2015?
A)Mali
B)Ethiopia
C)Mexico
D)Japan
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