Question 1

Vitamin C and meat protein ______ nonheme iron absorption.

Accepted Answer

A)  increase
B)  decrease
C)  do not changeD) All of the above
E) None of the above

Question 2

Which of the following is not a source of heme iron?

Accepted Answer

A)  Whole grains
B)  Egg
C)  Poultry
D)  FishE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 3

The amount of iron in the body is mostly regulated by

Accepted Answer

A)  excretion in the urine.
B)  absorption in the small intestine.
C)  absorption through the skin.
D)  absorption in the large intestine.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 4

Which of the following statements is true about iron?

Accepted Answer

A)  An iron-deficient individual absorbs less iron than a person with good iron status.
B)  Approximately 65% of dietary iron is absorbed.
C)  Excess dietary iron is excreted readily via the kidneys.
D)  Iron deficiency anemia is found most commonly among young children,adolescents,and menstruating women.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 5

Dennis had undergone a heart valve replacement and was placed on Coumadin (warfarin) .In order for the Coumadin to be effective,consistent daily consumption of must be maintained.

Accepted Answer

A)  iron
B)  magnesium
C)  vitamin K
D)  vitamin B-12E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 6

The abnormal red blood cells seen in pernicious anemia are due to

Accepted Answer

A)  inadequate folate intake.
B)  inadequate folate absorption.
C)  inadequate B-12 intake.
D)  inadequate B-12 absorption.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 7

Exceeding the UL for folate

Accepted Answer

A)  is a common result of a diet rich in fruits and vegetables.
B)  can cause a vitamin B-12 deficiency.
C)  can mask a vitamin B-12 deficiency.
D)  cannot occur with synthetic forms of the vitamin.E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 8

All blood cells are formed in

Accepted Answer

A)  bone marrow.
B)  cortical bone.
C)  the liver.
D)  plasma.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 9

A rich source of copper is

Accepted Answer

A)  dark chocolate.
B)  chicken.
C)  fat-free milk.
D)  white rice.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 10

Vitamin B-6,folate,and vitamin B-12 are required for the metabolism of

Accepted Answer

A)  niacin.
B)  homocysteine.
C)  iron.
D)  fatty acids.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 11

Worldwide,the most prevalent nutrient deficiency is of

Accepted Answer

A)  vitamin A
B)  iodine.
C)  iron.
D)  folate.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 12

How many sources of non-heme iron are in a meal containing a tuna sandwich on enriched bread with milk and an apple?

Accepted Answer

A)  1
B)  2
C)  3
D)  4E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 13

Which of the following is true about diet and Alzheimer's disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  High intake of aluminum can cause it.
B)  Diet can prevent this condition.
C)  High intakes of choline and lecithin are associated with improvement in the condition.
D)  It is wise for others to oversee food planning and mealtimes to ensure nutritional adequacy.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 14

Milk is a poor source of

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium.
B)  iron and calcium.
C)  iron and vitamin c
D)  vitamin A and protein.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 15

Blood consists of four distinct elements,including all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)  white cells.
B)  red cells.
C)  platelets.
D)  lymph.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 16

Generally,good folate sources are

Accepted Answer

A)  fruits.
B)  green,leafy vegetables.
C)  milk and dairy products.
D)  poultry.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 17

In order to adequately absorb vitamin B-12,we need all of the following except

Accepted Answer

A)  intrinsic factor.
B)  an acid environment in the stomach.
C)  B-12 to be bound to food protein.
D)  a healthy ileum.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 18

In 1998,the federal governments in both the United States and Canada mandated the fortification of grain products with ______ to reduce the rate of neural tube defects.

Accepted Answer

A)  niacin
B)  thiamin
C)  iron
D)  folic acidE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 19

Acetylcholine,dopamine,norepinephrine,and serotonin are examples of

Accepted Answer

A)  neurotransmitters.
B)  proteins.
C)  enzymes.
D)  types of nerve tissue.E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

Copper is most similar to _____ in terms of food sources,absorption,and functions.

Accepted Answer

A)  folate
B)  vitamin B-12
C)  vitamin K
D)  ironE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Exam 13: Nutrients That Support Blood and Brain Health

Vitamin B-6,folate,and vitamin B-12 are required for the metabolism of

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In 1998,the federal governments in both the United States and Canada mandated the fortification of grain products with ______ to reduce the rate of neural tube defects.

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The amount of iron in the body is mostly regulated by

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Milk is a poor source of

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How many sources of non-heme iron are in a meal containing a tuna sandwich on enriched bread with milk and an apple?

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A rich source of copper is

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Generally,good folate sources are

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Blood consists of four distinct elements,including all of the following except

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Which of the following is not a source of heme iron?

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Which of the following is true about diet and Alzheimer's disease?

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Vitamin C and meat protein ______ nonheme iron absorption.

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Dennis had undergone a heart valve replacement and was placed on Coumadin (warfarin) .In order for the Coumadin to be effective,consistent daily consumption of must be maintained.

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Worldwide,the most prevalent nutrient deficiency is of

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Acetylcholine,dopamine,norepinephrine,and serotonin are examples of

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All blood cells are formed in

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The abnormal red blood cells seen in pernicious anemia are due to

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Which of the following statements is true about iron?

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Exceeding the UL for folate

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Copper is most similar to _____ in terms of food sources,absorption,and functions.

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In order to adequately absorb vitamin B-12,we need all of the following except

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