Question 1

Stephen's blood pressure is 135/88 and he wishes to follow the principles of the DASH diet. Which of the following is NOT included in DASH guidelines?

Accepted Answer

A)   Increase intake of fruits and vegetables.
B)   Include 2 - 3 servings per day of whole milk.
C)   Add nuts such as almonds to the diet.
D)   Choose whole grain products rather than refined grain products.E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 2

Which of the following statements does NOT describe the role of minerals in the body?

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A)   They make possible 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.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 3

People who eat large amounts of seaweed can consume toxic levels of which trace mineral?

Accepted Answer

A)   Selenium
B)   Iron
C)   Zinc
D)   IodideE) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 4

After an intense workout, Christa's weight was down 3 pounds. To rehydrate adequately, Christa should drink cups of water over the next hour or two.

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A)   1 - 2
B)   2 - 3
C)   4 - 6
D)   6 - 9E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 5

Magnesium deficiency causes all of the following except

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A)   irregular heartbeat.
B)   muscle pain.
C)   seizures.
D)   anemia.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 6

Which of the following populations is NOT at risk for low blood potassium?

Accepted Answer

A)   Vegetarians
B)   Alcoholics
C)   People with eating disorders
D)   People who exercise heavilyE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 7

A deficiency of ____________________________ results in impaired glucose tolerance and elevated blood cholesterol.

Accepted Answer

A)   thiamin
B)   iodide
C)   chromium
D)   biotinE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Vitamin C and meat protein ______ nonheme iron absorption.

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A)   increase
B)   decrease
C)   do not changeD) B) and C)
E) A) and C)

Question 9

The most accurate method of assessing bone health is

Accepted Answer

A)   computed tomography.
B)   quantitative ultrasound.
C)   an x-ray of the back.
D)   dual energy x-ray absorptiometry.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 10

The amount of water in each body compartment mainly is controlled by

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A)   oxygen concentration.
B)   glucose concentration.
C)   the presence of fatty acids.
D)   ion concentration.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 11

Cortical bone

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A)   has a dense structure.
B)   has a spongy structure.
C)   is the site of red blood cell synthesis.
D)   is the protective, outer layer of bone.E) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 12

Iron found as a component of hemoglobin and myoglobin is called

Accepted Answer

A)   nonheme iron.
B)   heme iron.C) A) and B)
D) undefined

Question 13

Of the following foods, iron is best absorbed from

Accepted Answer

A)   sirloin steak.
B)   kidney beans.
C)   cheese.
D)   broccoli.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

Diastolic pressure refers to the pressure in the

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A)   veins when the heart is contracting.
B)   veins when the heart is relaxed.
C)   arteries when the heart is contracting.
D)   arteries when the heart is relaxed.E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 15

Which of the following is the best source of magnesium?

Accepted Answer

A)   Whole grains
B)   Meat
C)   Legumes
D)   MilkE) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

Consumption of this mineral in water has lowered the rate of dental caries because _______________ strengthens the crystal structure of teeth.

Accepted Answer

A)   sodium
B)   fluoride
C)   magnesium
D)   ironE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 17

Iron is best absorbed in its ______ form.

Accepted Answer

A)   nonheme
B)   heme
C)   coenzyme
D)   syntheticE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 18

Water constitutes ______ percent of body weight.

Accepted Answer

A)   10-20
B)   25-45
C)   50-70
D)   75-95E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

Excess body weight

Accepted Answer

A)   accelerates bone loss.
B)   increases bone density.
C)   is associated with greater risk of fractures.
D)   enhances calcium absorption.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 20

Excessive intake of ______ can decrease absorption of ______.

Accepted Answer

A)   vitamin C; iron
B)   zinc; copper
C)   fiber; vitamin C
D)   vitamin D; calciumE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Exam 9: Water and Minerals

Vitamin C and meat protein ______ nonheme iron absorption.

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Which of the following populations is NOT at risk for low blood potassium?

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Which of the following is the best source of magnesium?

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Magnesium deficiency causes all of the following except

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Excess body weight

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Cortical bone

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After an intense workout, Christa's weight was down 3 pounds. To rehydrate adequately, Christa should drink cups of water over the next hour or two.

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Iron is best absorbed in its ______ form.

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Consumption of this mineral in water has lowered the rate of dental caries because _______________ strengthens the crystal structure of teeth.

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Diastolic pressure refers to the pressure in the

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Stephen's blood pressure is 135/88 and he wishes to follow the principles of the DASH diet. Which of the following is NOT included in DASH guidelines?

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Of the following foods, iron is best absorbed from

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Which of the following statements does NOT describe the role of minerals in the body?

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Iron found as a component of hemoglobin and myoglobin is called

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Water constitutes ______ percent of body weight.

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The amount of water in each body compartment mainly is controlled by

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The most accurate method of assessing bone health is

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A deficiency of ____________________________ results in impaired glucose tolerance and elevated blood cholesterol.

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People who eat large amounts of seaweed can consume toxic levels of which trace mineral?

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Excessive intake of ______ can decrease absorption of ______.

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