Nutrition in Health and Disease
Mock Exam
Course Introduction
Nutrition in Health and Disease explores the crucial role of nutrients in maintaining health and preventing disease throughout the human lifespan. The course examines the physiological and biochemical functions of macronutrients and micronutrients, the principles of nutritional assessment, and the impact of metabolism on health. Students learn about dietary recommendations, the role of nutrition in managing and preventing chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and obesity, as well as the nutritional considerations in specific populations including children, pregnant women, and the elderly. Case studies and current research inform discussions on developing personalized nutrition strategies and public health interventions.
Recommended Textbook
Williams Essentials of Nutrition and Diet Therapy 11th Edition by Eleanor Schlenker
Available Study Resources on Quizplus
25 Chapters
1210 Verified Questions
1210 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/study-set/1888 Page 2
Chapter 1: Nutrition and Health
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
49 Verified Questions
49 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37689
Sample Questions
Q1) A major focus of the 2010 Dietary Guidelines is:
A) generally healthy segments of the population.
B) the unhealthy American public.
C) vulnerable population segments.
D) ethnically diverse eating styles.
Answer: B
Q2) The nutrient group that provides the primary source of energy for the body is:
A) carbohydrates.
B) fats.
C) proteins.
D) vitamins.
Answer: A
Q3) The main body storage form of carbohydrates is:
A) glycogen.
B) starch.
C) fat.
D) glucose.
Answer: A
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Page 3
Chapter 2: Digestion, Absorption, and Metabolism
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
50 Verified Questions
50 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37690
Sample Questions
Q1) In addition to active transport, a process involved in absorbing food in the small intestine is:
A) pinocytosis.
B) excretion.
C) phagocytosis.
D) electrochemical diffusion.
Answer: A
Q2) Hormones that increase the release of free fatty acids include:
A) insulin and glucagon.
B) cortisol and thyroxine.
C) somatostatin and gastrin.
D) lipoprotein lipase and secretin.
Answer: B
Q3) The actions involved in the process of digestion are:
A) thermal and chemical.
B) chemical and segmental.
C) muscular and chemical.
D) mechanical and thermal.
Answer: C
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 4
Chapter 3: Carbohydrates
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
48 Verified Questions
48 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37691
Sample Questions
Q1) The type of fiber that is not a carbohydrate is:
A) gums.
B) lignin.
C) pectin.
D) cellulose.
Answer: B
Q2) Ingredients necessary for photosynthesis to occur include carbon dioxide, water, and:
A) glucose.
B) nitrogen.
C) chlorophyll.
D) hydrogen.
Answer: C
Q3) Whole-wheat bread, popcorn, baked beans, bananas, and pears are good sources of:
A) cellulose.
B) gums.
C) collagen.
D) psyllium.
Answer: A
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 5
Chapter 4: Lipids
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
45 Verified Questions
45 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37692
Sample Questions
Q1) The effect of trans fatty acids on blood cholesterol is similar to that of:
A) cis fatty acids.
B) saturated fatty acids.
C) monounsaturated fatty acids.
D) polyunsaturated fatty acids.
Q2) Digestion of fats is completed in the:
A) duodenum.
B) intestinal wall.
C) liver.
D) enterohepatic circulation.
Q3) The form of fatty acids in naturally occurring fats is generally:
A) trans.
B) polyunsaturated.
C) cis.
D) saturated.
Q4) The lipoprotein that helps slow the progression of atherosclerosis is:
A) very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL).
B) low-density lipoprotein (LDL).
C) chylomicron.
D) high-density lipoprotein (HDL).
Page 6
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Chapter 5: Proteins
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
48 Verified Questions
48 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37693
Sample Questions
Q1) A plasma protein that helps maintain fluid balance is:
A) albumin.
B) fibrinogen.
C) hemoglobin.
D) collagen.
Q2) The group that makes each amino acid unique is the:
A) radical group.
B) amino group.
C) carboxyl group.
D) peptide bond.
Q3) An example of a meal or snack that contains complementary proteins is:
A) an egg and cheese omelet.
B) a peanut butter sandwich.
C) trail mix with nuts and raisins.
D) mixed bean salad with green beans, kidney beans, and white beans.
Q4) The amino acids methionine, tyrosine, and tryptophan play a role in:
A) forming neurotransmitters.
B) blocking excess protein breakdown.
C) increasing production of insulin and thyroxine.
D) decreasing energy expenditure.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 7
Chapter 6: Vitamins
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
56 Verified Questions
56 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37694
Sample Questions
Q1) A food that provides a natural food source of vitamin D is: A) mackerel.
B) wheat germ.
C) steak.
D) margarine.
Q2) The amino acid that is a precursor to niacin is:
A) leucine.
B) phenylalanine.
C) tryptophan.
D) valine.
Q3) The disease associated with niacin deficiency is known as: A) scurvy.
B) beriberi.
C) cheilosis.
D) pellagra.
Q4) A vitamin that is essential to bone growth is vitamin: A) D.
B) B .
C) E.
D) C.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 8
Chapter 7: Minerals and Water
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
53 Verified Questions
53 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37695
Sample Questions
Q1) A genetic disease that causes iron overload is: A) goiter.
B) hypochromic anemia.
C) hyperchromic anemia.
D) hemochromatosis.
Q2) The name of an ion that possesses a positive charge is a(n): A) anion.
B) cation.
C) acid.
D) base.
Q3) For public health purposes, the level of fluoridation in public water supplies should be:
A) 0.5 ppm.
B) 1.0 ppm.
C) 2.0 ppm.
D) 3.5 ppm.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
9
Chapter 8: Energy Balance
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
48 Verified Questions
48 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37696
Sample Questions
Q1) The main focus of weight management efforts should be:
A) development of healthy lifestyle habits.
B) decreasing energy intake.
C) increasing energy expenditure.
D) behavior modification therapy.
Q2) Parents can help decrease the likelihood that their children will develop eating disorders by:
A) limiting intake of snacks between meals.
B) ensuring that their school teaches good nutrition.
C) engaging in regular exercise with them.
D) avoiding prejudice against overweight people.
Q3) The total number of calories in a snack containing 10 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of protein, and 5 g of fat is:
A) 17.
B) 68.
C) 78.
D) 93.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 10
Chapter 9: Food Selection and Food Safety
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
49 Verified Questions
49 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37697
Sample Questions
Q1) According to the Nutrition Labeling Education Act, labeling is voluntary for:
A) fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood.
B) processed meat and poultry.
C) candy and soft drinks.
D) organic and natural food products.
Q2) Legislation governing food additives developed after 1958 states that:
A) additives established as "safe" by testing may be used.
B) additives must be tested for 10 years before widespread use.
C) any additive may be used until an adverse side effect occurs.
D) new additives must be approved by a panel of nutritionists.
Q3) A type of bacterium that has been linked with major outbreaks of bacterial food infection caused by eating undercooked ground beef is:
A) Salmonella.
B) Shigella.
C) E. coli.
D) Staphylococcus.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Chapter 10: Community Nutrition: Promoting Healthy Eating
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
47 Verified Questions
47 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37698
Sample Questions
Q1) The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides electronic transfer cards that can be used to buy food by:
A) individuals with medically confirmed malnutrition.
B) individuals or families with at least three risk factors for malnutrition.
C) individuals and households with incomes at or below 130% of the federal poverty level.
D) low-income pregnant women and mothers with infants and children under age 5.
Q2) Groups at high risk for malnutrition include:
A) unemployed teenagers.
B) newly retired adults.
C) young children in low-income families.
D) breast-fed infants.
Q3) Grading of canned fruits and vegetables is based on:
A) shape and size of the pieces.
B) flavor and sweetness.
C) texture and quality.
D) the amount of added sugar or salt.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 12
Chapter 11: Nutrition During Pregnancy and Lactation
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
52 Verified Questions
52 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37699
Sample Questions
Q1) During pregnancy, women usually need to increase their energy intake by about:
A) 5% to 10%.
B) 10% to 15%.
C) 15% to 20%.
D) 20% to 25%.
Q2) The most common cause of anemia during pregnancy is:
A) folic acid deficiency.
B) lack of intrinsic factor.
C) iron deficiency.
D) lack of vitamin B .
Q3) The component that makes the most variable contribution to weight gain during pregnancy is:
A) fat.
B) water.
C) protein.
D) carbohydrate.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 13
Chapter 12: Nutrition for Normal Growth and Development
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
50 Verified Questions
50 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37700
Sample Questions
Q1) A major reason that toddlers usually eat less than they did as infants is because they are:
A) using baby fat stores.
B) less active.
C) losing interest in food.
D) growing more slowly.
Q2) The effect of the hormone prolactin is to:
A) stimulate breast development.
B) balance supply and demand of breast milk.
C) stimulate breast milk production.
D) stimulate ejection of milk from the alveoli.
Q3) Children are likely to experience problems if they receive excess amounts of vitamins:
A) D and E.
B) C and D.
C) A and E.
D) A and D.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
14
Chapter 13: Nutrition for Adults: Early, Middle, and Later Years
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
49 Verified Questions
49 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37701
Sample Questions
Q1) A factor that may interfere with normal food intake of older adults is:
A) inadequate fluid intake.
B) inadequate income.
C) participation in an exercise program.
D) dependence on caffeinated beverages.
Q2) The goal of nutrition screening for older adults is to:
A) treat overt malnutrition.
B) identify those at risk for malnutrition.
C) evaluate nutritional status.
D) determine supplement needs.
Q3) The recommended daily protein intake for a healthy 65-year-old adult who weighs 70 kg is:
A) 49g.
B) 56g.
C) 63g.
D) 70g.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Page 15
Chapter 14: Nutrition and Physical Fitness
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
50 Verified Questions
50 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37702
Sample Questions
Q1) With prolonged exercise, two nutrients that can become depleted are:
A) calcium and phosphorus.
B) glucose and glycogen.
C) protein and potassium.
D) vitamins A and D.
Q2) Intake of more protein than is recommended results in increased production of:
A) ATP.
B) heat.
C) urea.
D) carbon dioxide.
Q3) The ideal pregame meal should contain about:
A) 50 to 100 g carbohydrate.
B) 100 to 200 g carbohydrate.
C) 200 to 300 g carbohydrate.
D) 400 to 500 g carbohydrate.
Q4) Vitamins and minerals are important in energy production because they:
A) supply a necessary substrate.
B) speed up energy production.
C) provide endurance.
D) serve as cofactors in enzyme reactions.
Page 16
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Chapter 15: The Complexity of Obesity: Beyond Energy Balance
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
42 Verified Questions
42 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37703
Sample Questions
Q1) The stage of change in which people actually start making changes to help them lose weight is:
A) precontemplation.
B) contemplation.
C) action.
D) maintenance.
Q2) The widely used sweetener that appears to be associated with increased calorie intakes in recent years is:
A) aspartame.
B) table sugar.
C) high-fructose corn syrup.
D) maltodextrin.
Q3) A factor during fetal development that is associated with overweight during young adulthood is maternal:
A) alcohol intake.
B) caffeine intake.
C) smoking.
D) fever.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 17
Chapter 16: Nutrition Assessment and Nutrition Therapy in Patient Care
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
43 Verified Questions
43 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37704
Sample Questions
Q1) Nutrition diagnoses help dietitians:
A) plan cycle menus for their patients.
B) identify patients at risk for malnutrition.
C) establish priorities for nutrition care.
D) identify patients who need in-depth assessment.
Q2) An example of a clinical observation associated with good nutritional status is:
A) firm muscle tone.
B) pale eye membranes.
C) limited attention span.
D) heart rate of 110 beats/min.
Q3) A special therapeutic diet may be modified in:
A) consistency and tolerance.
B) frequency and portion size.
C) seasonings, nutrient density, and/or fluids.
D) nutrients, energy, and/or texture.
Q4) Body mass index is correlated with:
A) age.
B) micronutrient status.
C) overall mortality.
D) patient satisfaction.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 18
Chapter 17: Metabolic Stress
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
46 Verified Questions
46 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37705
Sample Questions
Q1) Protein is important in the postoperative recovery period for tissue synthesis and:
A) good immune function.
B) maintaining insulin levels.
C) metabolism of antibiotics.
D) sparing glycogen stores.
Q2) If more than 50% of the small intestine is removed, patients may develop:
A) dumping syndrome.
B) an ileostomy.
C) short-bowel syndrome.
D) anemia.
Q3) Nutrients lost in the initial period following a major burn injury are:
A) fluids and electrolytes.
B) electrolytes and protein.
C) protein and fluids.
D) fluids, electrolytes, and protein.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 19
Chapter 18: Drug-Nutrient Interactions
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
48 Verified Questions
48 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37706
Sample Questions
Q1) A drug that should not be used in the latter part of pregnancy because it may cause birth defects is:
A) insulin.
B) tetracycline.
C) aspirin.
D) cimetidine.
Q2) Aspirin may have beneficial effects for patients with: A) peptic ulcer.
B) diabetes.
C) irritable bowel syndrome.
D) arthritis.
Q3) Any drug that prevents absorption of vitamin D will indirectly cause a deficiency of: A) protein.
B) sodium.
C) calcium.
D) vitamin A.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 20
Chapter 19: Nutrition Support: Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
47 Verified Questions
47 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37707
Sample Questions
Q1) Intravenous iron should be given to patients receiving parenteral nutrition: A) daily.
B) weekly.
C) as a separate injection.
D) only if they have anemia.
Q2) A client would be a candidate for total parenteral nutrition (TPN) if he or she had: A) a poor appetite after major surgery.
B) severe depression and unwillingness to eat.
C) radiation enteritis causing minimal food intake for over 2 weeks.
D) lost more than 10% of usual body weight in the past 9 months.
Q3) Clients who are on ventilators, are restrained, are comatose, or have a depressed gag reflex and are receiving tube feedings should have feeding tubes placed into the: A) jejunum.
B) stomach.
C) ileum.
D) duodenum.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
Chapter 20: Gastrointestinal Diseases
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
51 Verified Questions
51 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37708
Sample Questions
Q1) A basic principle guiding nutritional management of peptic ulcer disease is to eat:
A) a well-balanced diet as tolerated.
B) foods high in protein, low in fiber, and with no seasonings.
C) no more than three meals per day with liquids between meals.
D) soft foods, low in refined carbohydrates and fat.
Q2) Drugs used to control blood ammonia levels in patients with hepatic encephalopathy are:
A) diuretics and chelating agents.
B) corticosteroids and cimetidine.
C) tetracycline and antacids.
D) lactulose and neomycin.
Q3) Cystic fibrosis is a disease that primarily affects the:
A) pancreas, liver, gallbladder, and small intestine.
B) brain, lungs, heart, and stomach.
C) pancreas, intestinal tract, sweat glands, and lungs.
D) colon, joints, sweat glands, and heart.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 22
Chapter 21: Diseases of the Heart, Blood Vessels, and Lungs
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
50 Verified Questions
50 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37709
Sample Questions
Q1) The upper limit of normal blood pressure in adults is considered to be:
A) 110/70 mm Hg.
B) 120/80 mm Hg.
C) 130/85 mm Hg.
D) 140/90 mm Hg.
Q2) The renin-angiotensin-aldosterone mechanism tends to promote the retention of sodium and the excretion of:
A) calcium.
B) creatinine.
C) iron.
D) potassium.
Q3) Several types of blood lipoproteins are synthesized in the:
A) liver.
B) spleen.
C) pancreas.
D) adrenal glands.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 23
Chapter 22: Diabetes Mellitus
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
49 Verified Questions
49 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37710
Sample Questions
Q1) A population group that has a genetic susceptibility to type 2 diabetes is:
A) Russians.
B) Eskimos.
C) Japanese.
D) Pima Indians.
Q2) Development of type 2 diabetes is closely linked to:
A) young age at onset.
B) being underweight.
C) physical inactivity.
D) high sugar intake.
Q3) A major focus of the dietary prescription for people who have type 2 diabetes is to:
A) eat more fruit and vegetables.
B) avoid foods that contain sugar.
C) avoid snacks between meals.
D) lose weight.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above.
24
Chapter 23: Renal Disease
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
48 Verified Questions
48 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37711
Sample Questions
Q1) Electrolyte imbalances that occur in chronic renal failure include:
A) high serum potassium.
B) low serum potassium.
C) high serum calcium.
D) low serum phosphorus.
Q2) Potassium intake is restricted if serum potassium level is higher than:
A) 3.5 mg/dL.
B) 4.0 mg/dL.
C) 5.0 mg/dL.
D) 5.5 mg/dL.
Q3) The term hematuria refers to:
A) a reduced amount of urine in relation to fluid intake.
B) the presence of blood in the urine.
C) the presence of excess serum proteins in the urine.
D) a complete lack of urinary excretion.
Q4) The presence of protein in the urine is called:
A) hematuria.
B) oliguria.
C) proteinuria.
D) glycosuria.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 25
Chapter 24: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Aids
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
48 Verified Questions
48 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37712
Sample Questions
Q1) A client with HIV/AIDS treated with ART who develops hyperlipidemia may benefit from following a:
A) DASH diet.
B) low-fat diet.
C) TLC diet.
D) sugar-free diet.
Q2) The population group at greatest risk of HIV infection is: A) nurses.
B) IV drug users.
C) people receiving blood transfusions.
D) people who practice irresponsible sexual behavior.
Q3) The HIV virus carries genetic material in the form of:
A) DNA.
B) RNA.
C) reverse transcriptase.
D) integrase.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 26
Chapter 25: Cancer
Available Study Resources on Quizplus for this Chatper
44 Verified Questions
44 Flashcards
Source URL: https://quizplus.com/quiz/37713
Sample Questions
Q1) The greatest interference with normal food intake is caused by treatment of cancer in the:
A) lung.
B) lymph glands.
C) head and neck.
D) white blood cells.
Q2) Clients who receive chemotherapeutic drugs often develop anemia because of:
A) bone marrow depression.
B) inadequate iron intake.
C) destruction of folic acid stores.
D) inhibition of antibody formation.
Q3) Cancer generally begins with disruptions in:
A) DNA replication.
B) nutritional status.
C) RNA transcription.
D) cell metabolism.
To view all questions and flashcards with answers, click on the resource link above. Page 27