Quiz 23: Nutrition and Health Promotion

Which of the following dairy servings is equal to 1 cup of milk? A) 1/2 cup of yogurt B) 2 ounces of natural cheese C) 2 ounces of processed cheese D) 1 egg

One tablespoon of peanut butter is equivalent to how many ounces of meat, fish or poultry? A) 3 B) 3/4 C) 2 D) 1

Protein can be found in A) meat and nuts. B) raw vegetables. C) citrus. D) oils and butter.

A patient with high cholesterol should be instructed to avoid eating which of the following? A) Caffeine B) Skim dairy products C) Raw vegetables D) Red meat E) Vitamin B

Vitamin C can be found in A) meat and nuts. B) dairy products. C) raw vegetables. D) citrus. E) oils and butter.

Beta-carotene can be found in A) meat and nuts. B) dairy products. C) yellow and orange raw vegetables. D) citrus. E) oils and butter.

Calcium and vitamin D can be found in A) meat and nuts. B) dairy products. C) raw vegetables. D) citrus. E) oils and butter.

Fiber can be found in A) meat and nuts. B) dairy products. C) raw vegetables. D) citrus. E) oils and butter.

Which is not an antioxidant? A) Beta-carotene B) Vitamin E C) Vitamin K D) Vitamin C

Which is not fat soluble? A) Vitamin A B) Vitamin D C) Vitamin E D) Vitamin C

Which nutrient has 9 kcal/g? A) Carbohydrates B) Protein C) Fat D) Water

Which eating disorder involves bingeing and purging? A) Anorexia nervosa B) Bulimia C) Obesity

Which eating disorder is characterized by self-starvation? A) Anorexia nervosa B) Bulimia C) Obesity

Which health condition is related to stress? A) Headaches B) Hypertension C) Diarrhea D) All of the above

Which is not a health screening technique? A) Pap smear B) PSA C) Mammogram D) MRI

Which of the following foods contains a significant amount of carbohydrates? A) Milk B) Eggs C) Spinach D) Chicken

Which of the following is not a complex carbohydrate? A) Honey B) Baked potato C) Pasta D) Apple

The fiber that is most effective in lowering blood cholesterol levels can be found in which food? A) Legumes B) Celery C) Oatmeal D) Broccoli

Which of the following contains insoluble fiber? A) Peas B) Oat bran C) Beans D) Whole milk

Which of the following nutrients is preferred by the cells of the central nervous system for energy? A) Protein B) Carbohydrate C) Fat D) Ketone bodies

Which of the following statements is not true about the benefits of a high-fiber diet? A) A diet rich in fiber may promote weight gain. B) A diet high in fiber can help prevent atherosclerotic buildup. C) Diverticulosis can be prevented by a diet high in whole grains and beans. D) A diet high in fiber is an effective treatment for bowel irregularity.

You are teaching a patient how to lower blood cholesterol levels through healthy dietary choices. Which of the following should you recommend? A) Whole-wheat bread B) Carrots C) Corn D) Oatmeal

The result of fat metabolism for energy is the production of A) glucose molecules. B) ketone bodies. C) amino acids. D) glycogen for storage.

The effect of various carbohydrate food sources on hyperglycemic peaks is measured on what scale? A) Carbohydrate load B) Insulin impact C) Glycemic index D) Metabolic averages

When choosing the most nutritious type of bread, for what should you look on the label? A) Stone ground wheat B) Unbleached wheat flour C) Enriched flour D) Whole grain

Which of the following is not a function of adipose tissue? A) Support and protect vital organs B) Distribute vitamin C throughout the body C) Contribute to a healthy nervous system D) Regulate body temperature

Which of the following is not true about trans fats? A) They are added to food products to improve taste. B) They affect overall cholesterol levels by increasing HDL levels. C) Trans fats must be identified on food labels. D) Trans fats naturally occur in some foods.

Which of the following is the recommendation for healthy blood lipid levels? A) Maintain HDL levels below 40 mg/dL. B) Maintain LDL levels no higher than 100 mg/dL. C) Keep the blood cholesterol level below 180 mg/dL. D) Keep triglyceride levels below 140 in women mg/dL.

It is recommended that we consume monounsaturated fats to help maintain a healthy blood cholesterol level. What would you recommend a patient use when cooking? A) Hydrogenated margarine B) Corn oil C) Butter D) Canola oil

Which of the following oils is the most saturated? A) Olive B) Coconut C) Corn D) Safflower

Examples of nutritionally balanced, complete protein combinations include all of the following except A) black beans and rice. B) whole-grain peanut butter sandwich. C) pasta with tomato sauce. D) whole-wheat cereal with walnuts.

A patient with a _________ malabsorption disorder may experience deficiencies in vitamins A, D, E, and K. A) protein B) cholesterol C) fat D) carbohydrate

Beta-carotene performs which functions? A) Aids night vision B) Maintains muscle tone C) Aids the formation of skin and mucous membranes D) A and B E) A and C

Foods rich in vitamin A are A) orange fruits and vegetables. B) oatmeal. C) whole grains. D) dried beans.

The most common food source of vitamin D is A) whole grains. B) fortified milk. C) spinach. D) oranges.

A nondietary source of vitamin K is A) sunlight. B) intestinal bacteria. C) medication.

Which of the B vitamins is especially important for childbearing women to prevent neural tube defects? A) Niacin B) Biotin C) Riboflavin D) Folic acid

A patient with a deficiency of riboflavin may exhibit A) cracks in the corners of the mouth. B) fatigue. C) muscular weakness. D) nervousness.

Which of the following is an excellent source of vitamin C? A) Fortified milk B) Sardines C) Legumes D) Strawberries

A food source of folate is A) raw spinach. B) strawberries. C) carrots. D) potatoes.

Which of the following would provide the best dietary source of vitamin E? A) Multigrain cereal B) Dairy products C) Citrus fruits D) Lean meats

A sign of calcium toxicity is A) weakness. B) cardiac abnormalities. C) kidney stones. D) hormonal abnormalities.

Iron is an important part of which compound? A) Hormones B) Hemoglobin C) Enzymes D) Lipid metabolism

Dietary iodine is required to form which of the following? A) Insulin B) Estrogen C) ADH D) Thyroid hormones

Which is the building phase of metabolism? A) Anabolism B) Catabolism C) Digestion D) Psyllium

Most nutrients are absorbed by which organs? A) Mouth B) Stomach C) Small intestine D) Large intestine

Which of the following is an example of an essential nutrient? A) Vitamin D B) Certain amino acids C) Cholesterol D) All of the above

Which of the following carbohydrate groups are quickly absorbed? A) Simple sugars B) Complex carbohydrates C) Dietary fiber D) All of the above

What is the main function of carbohydrates? A) To supply fuel for energy and for all basic cellular activities B) Regulate protein and fat metabolism C) Repair and growth of tissue D) Adds bulk to the intestinal tract

Carbohydrates should account for which percent of the total calories consumed each day? A) 45 to 65% B) 20 to 35% C) More than 65% D) Less than 20%

Which of the following fats are found in plants and are usually liquid at room temperature? A) Saturated fats B) Monounsaturated fats C) Unsaturated fats D) Polyunsaturated fats

A diet high in which of the following food source has been found to increase serum triglyceride levels and blood pressure? A) Saturated fats B) Unsaturated fats C) Sugars D) Carbohydrates

Which of the following is NOT considered a risk for elevated cholesterol? A) Obesity B) Smoking C) Diabetes D) Moderate exercise

Which of the following best describes high-density lipoproteins? A) Carry cholesterol from body tissues or the bloodstream to the liver for metabolism and excretion B) Carry cholesterol to the cells C) Can be lowered through diet and exercise D) Can be lowered using monounsaturated fats

Naturally occurring antioxidants are not commonly associated with which of the following foods? A) Fruits B) Vegetables C) Fish D) Certain seasonings

Which of the following come from animal sources and have a mixture of all eight essential amino acids? A) Complete proteins B) Incomplete proteins C) Vegetable proteins D) All of the above

Which of the following are water-soluble vitamins? A) A and D B) B complex C) E D) K

Which of the following is NOT a function of minerals in the body? A) Prevent cell membrane damage B) Contribute to water-electrolyte acid-base balance C) Regulate muscular and nervous activities D) Regulate blood clotting and heart rhythm

Which type of diet is primarily used to treat celiac disease? A) Gluten-free diet B) Elimination diet C) Bland diet D) Liquid diet

Patients experiencing gastrointestinal symptoms that indicate a food-borne illness include all of the following except A) a fever of 101.5° F or higher. B) diarrhea lasting less than 24 hours. C) prolonged vomiting. D) signs of dehydration.

What is the most common heavy metal contaminant found in food? A) Cadmium B) Lead C) Polychlorinated biphenyls D) Mercury

Which of the following cancers has the highest percentage of cases directly linked to obesity? A) Breast B) Colon C) Esophageal D) Pancreatic

A patient with symptoms of __________ feels dizzy and has difficulty with normal balance.

The level of dehydration can be determined with a simple skin __________ test that involves grasping the skin on the posterior surface of the hand between the fingers and releasing it.

In patients diagnosed with diabetes mellitus __________, the beta cells of the pancreas do not produce any insulin.

__________ carries cholesterol to the cells and forms atherosclerotic plaques on arterial walls.

__________ can be neutralized by antioxidant-rich foods.

Vitamins or nutrients that can be created by the body are called __________.

__________ is a type of soluble fiber that can help lower blood cholesterol levels.

__________ molecules combine with proteins and are carried through the bloodstream as high- or low-density lipoproteins.

Whole-wheat pasta with spinach is an example of a meal that combines __________.

Describe the major factors that influence individual food choices.

Define essential and nonessential nutrients.

Explain the recommendations for fat consumption.

Describe situations in which supplements would be recommended.

The main function of carbohydrate is to repair and build tissues.

Dietary fiber is the portion of the plant that cannot be digested.

Excess carbohydrate calories are stored as adipose tissue.

Olive and canola oils are examples of saturated fats.

Food sources of fats include avocados and coconut oil.

Complex carbohydrates include fruit and milk products.

HDLs are the destructive forms of cholesterol that form atherosclerotic plaques on arterial walls.

Vegans must eat a combination of complete proteins to meet their nutritional needs.

Individuals should drink a minimum of eight glasses of water a day to maintain optimum health.

The BMI compares the patient's weight with traditional height and weight charts.

Death rates are significantly higher for patients with a BMI of 19 to 22.

A clear liquid diet includes milk, custards, and creamed soups.

A mechanical soft diet typically is used after oral surgery.

Low-fiber diets are recommended for patients with diverticulitis.

The glycemic index rates foods on how quickly they affect the blood glucose level.

Food labels must include the total amount of fat in the food and also the percentage of saturated fat in the product.

If a food claims to be sodium free, there can be no salt in the product.

Fat has 6 calories per gram.

The number of calories and the fat content in a serving size of a particular food are important criteria for patients to understand.

Obesity affects more than 50% of Americans.

Nonessential nutrients are not required by the body to maintain a state of health.

Vitamin D is an essential nutrient.

No connection exists between a high alcohol intake and the occurrence of cancer.

Dairy products are not traditionally part of the Asian diet.

Obesity and a low-fat diet are typically seen in patients diagnosed with diabetes mellitus type 2.

Olive oil is the primary source of fat in Mediterranean diets.

An inadequate dietary source of vitamin E may contribute to the development of osteoporosis.

A patient who suffers routine constipation may not be drinking enough water.

A high intake of sodium does not seem to affect patients with hypertension.

Latin American diets rely on maize as a primary source of carbohydrate.

A patient's BMR is a reflection of the amount of energy required by the body to perform daily routines.

Whole grains contain the entire grain kernel - the bran, germ, and endosperm.

The metabolization of protein for energy results in the production of waste materials called ketone bodies.

Fiber contributes to bowel regularity, because it cannot be digested by the body.

Dietary guidelines recommend that at least half of the grains consumed each day come from a whole grain source.

Carbohydrate intake should be close to 60% of daily calories.

A diet high in omega-3 fatty acids is recommended for patients with a history of blood clot formation.

Hydrogenation of margarine results in the formation of trans fats.

Diverticulosis can be treated with a diet high in soluble fiber.

One serving of grains is equal to one slice of bread.

Unsaturated fats are heavier and denser than saturated fats.

Vitamin C is a fat-soluble vitamin.

Canola and olive oils contain polyunsaturated fats.

Specialists believe that dietary fat should account for no more than 40% of the total daily intake of calories.

Omega-3 fatty acids can be found in lean servings of beef and chicken.

Excellent dietary sources of antioxidants include orange-colored fruits and vegetables.

The best way to include an adequate amount of vitamins and minerals in the diet is to take a daily multivitamin.

Foods high in protein are primarily responsible for providing needed cellular energy.

Complete proteins come from vegetable sources that provide all the amino acids needed for health.

DASH is the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension as a means of lowering blood pressure.

One tablespoon of peanut butter is equivalent to a 1-ounce serving of protein.

Vegans drink milk to ensure an adequate calcium intake.

The glycemic index is an important tool for patients with diabetes to help control spikes in the blood glucose level.

The best way to increase levels of omega-3 fatty acids is to take fish oil supplements.

Mercury is a very serious environmental contaminant that is most dangerous for aging adults.

A neural tube defect may be caused by a maternal lack of vitamin A.