Question 1

Which of the following is true about U.S. dietary patterns since the mid-1950s?

Accepted Answer

A)   We are eating less cheese.
B)   We are consuming less saturated fat.
C)   We are eating more eggs.
D)   We are eating less chicken and fish.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 2

Studies have shown that adults who adhere to the MIND Diet have over 50% lower rates of Alzheimer's disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Match the following popular herbal remedies with their purported effects below.
-St. John's wort

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased energy; lower blood glucose
B)  Reduction of blood cholesterol or blood pressure
C)  Improved sleep; reduced anxiety
D)  Prevention or treatment of urinary tract infections
E)  Reduced depressionF) Prevention or treatment of colds or infectionsG) Mild reduction of menopausal symptomsH) Increased circulation; improved memoryI) A) and B)
J) A) and C)

Question 4

A standard drink provides about 14 grams of alcohol. Which of the following is standard alcoholic drink size for alcoholic beverages?

Accepted Answer

A)   24 oz. regular beer
B)   5 oz. table wine
C)   3 oz. shot of hard alcohol (spirits) 
D)   22 oz. malt liquorE) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 5

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Thrifty metabolism

Accepted Answer

A)  Substance found in high amounts in fish that may enhance mental function and reduce depression
B)  Delay of onset of disabilities caused by chronic diseases
C)  Tendency for efficient use of energy that predisposes a person to weight gain
D)  The average length of life for a given group of people born in a specific year
E)  Loss of muscle massF) Process by which glucose attaches to and damages proteins.G) This hormone circulates at high concentrations in young men but falls during agingH) The extent to which an organ can preserve essentially normal function despite decreasing cell number or cell activityI) The potential oldest age a person can reachJ) B) and I)
K) A) and E)

Question 6

Gary takes a diuretic to control his blood pressure, aspirin to prevent his blood clots, and an antibiotic for a recent sinus infection. Which of these may affect his vitamin K needs?

Accepted Answer

A)   Diuretic
B)   Aspirin
C)   AntibioticD) None of the above
E) B) and C)

Question 7

Which of the following would be included in a basic plan for health promotion and disease prevention?

Accepted Answer

A)   Getting 4 to 6 hours of sleep a night
B)   Consuming a plant-based dietary pattern
C)   Smoking e-cigarettes
D)   Consuming 3 to 5 ounces of alcohol dailyE) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 8

Sara is a middle-aged woman of Northern European descent and is quite small in stature. She eats plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and lean meats. What else could she do to live a more health-promoting lifestyle?

Accepted Answer

A)   Take vitamin and mineral supplements.
B)   Eat more vitamin E-laden fruits and vegetables.
C)   Eat more red meat.
D)   Consume plenty of low-fat milk and dairy products.E) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 9

Life span refers to

Accepted Answer

A)   the maximum number of years that humans live.
B)   the average length of life for a cohort of people born in a specific year.
C)   the delay of the onset of disabilities caused by chronic disease.
D)   the promotion of longevity through healthful lifestyle changes.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 10

Match the following terms with the descriptions below.
-Life span

Accepted Answer

A)  Substance found in high amounts in fish that may enhance mental function and reduce depression
B)  Delay of onset of disabilities caused by chronic diseases
C)  Tendency for efficient use of energy that predisposes a person to weight gain
D)  The average length of life for a given group of people born in a specific year
E)  Loss of muscle massF) Process by which glucose attaches to and damages proteins.G) This hormone circulates at high concentrations in young men but falls during agingH) The extent to which an organ can preserve essentially normal function despite decreasing cell number or cell activityI) The potential oldest age a person can reachJ) C) and F)
K) B) and E)

Question 11

Eating habits of older adults may be influenced by

Accepted Answer

A)   reduced taste sensitivity.
B)   increased physical mobility.
C)   enhanced thirst response.
D)   increased production of melatonin.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 12

Which of the following is true about alcohol consumption by the elderly?

Accepted Answer

A)   Alcohol is absorbed only in the small intestine.
B)   Alcohol absorption is independent of the stomach contents.
C)   Most of the alcohol is metabolized by the kidney.
D)   Alcohol can interfere with medications in the body.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 13

Research suggests that older adults require ________ the current RDA for protein for adults.

Accepted Answer

A)   more than
B)   less than
C)   the same amount asD) None of the above
E) B) and C)

Question 14

A mineral that is often deficient in the diet of U.S. adults and is linked to bone health, muscle function, mental health, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes is

Accepted Answer

A)   magnesium.
B)   iron.
C)   zinc.
D)   calcium.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

After age ________ or so, the total calorie needs of physically inactive adults fall steadily throughout adulthood.

Accepted Answer

A)   20
B)   30
C)   50
D)   70E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 16

Match the following terms with their appropriate definition or description.
-Tolerance

Accepted Answer

A)  Needing more of a substance to achieve the desired effect (e.g., intoxication)  or experiencing diminished effects of a given amount of a substance after repeated use.
B)  An enzyme used in alcohol (ethanol)  metabolism that converts alcohol into acetaldehyde.
C)  Any pattern of alcohol consumption in excess of 4 drinks in 1 day or 14 drinks per week for men or 3 drinks in 1 day or 7 drinks per week for women.
D)  A psychiatric disorder characterized by a problematic pattern of alcohol use that leads to significant impairment or distress.
E)  For men, consuming no more than 4 drinks in 1 day AND no more than 14 drinks per week; for women, consuming no more than 3 drinks in 1 day AND no more than 7 drinks per week.F) An enzyme used in ethanol metabolism that eventually converts acetaldehyde into carbon dioxide and water.G) Drinking sufficient alcohol within a 2-hour period to increase blood alcohol content to 0.08 grams per deciliter or higher; for men, consuming 5 or more drinks in a row; for women, consuming 4 or more drinks in a row.H) A loss of functioning liver cells, which are replaced by nonfunctioning connective tissue.I) Physical symptoms related to cessation of substance use, such as sweating, rapid pulse, shakiness, insomnia, nausea and vomiting, anxiety, and even seizures.J) D) and E)
K) A) and B)

Question 17

Edna, age 75, does not tolerate dairy products well. Which of the following practices would be most appropriate for Edna to increase her calcium levels?

Accepted Answer

A)   Eat more meat
B)   Decrease protein intake
C)   Eliminate all dairy
D)   Consume small amounts of milk with mealsE) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 18

Match the following terms with their appropriate definition or description.
-Alcohol dehydrogenase

Accepted Answer

A)  Needing more of a substance to achieve the desired effect (e.g., intoxication)  or experiencing diminished effects of a given amount of a substance after repeated use.
B)  An enzyme used in alcohol (ethanol)  metabolism that converts alcohol into acetaldehyde.
C)  Any pattern of alcohol consumption in excess of 4 drinks in 1 day or 14 drinks per week for men or 3 drinks in 1 day or 7 drinks per week for women.
D)  A psychiatric disorder characterized by a problematic pattern of alcohol use that leads to significant impairment or distress.
E)  For men, consuming no more than 4 drinks in 1 day AND no more than 14 drinks per week; for women, consuming no more than 3 drinks in 1 day AND no more than 7 drinks per week.F) An enzyme used in ethanol metabolism that eventually converts acetaldehyde into carbon dioxide and water.G) Drinking sufficient alcohol within a 2-hour period to increase blood alcohol content to 0.08 grams per deciliter or higher; for men, consuming 5 or more drinks in a row; for women, consuming 4 or more drinks in a row.H) A loss of functioning liver cells, which are replaced by nonfunctioning connective tissue.I) Physical symptoms related to cessation of substance use, such as sweating, rapid pulse, shakiness, insomnia, nausea and vomiting, anxiety, and even seizures.J) A) and B)
K) B) and I)

Question 19

Barbara is 65 years of age, and her doctor finds her mental function is declining. Which of the following may improve her mental status?

Accepted Answer

A)   Resting the brain and avoiding brain games
B)   Maintaining a sedentary lifestyle
C)   Eating a primarily plant-based diet
D)   Taking protein supplementsE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 20

The maximum number of years a human can live is called

Accepted Answer

A)   life morbidity.
B)   life span.
C)   life cycle staging.
D)   life expectancy.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Exam 16: Nutrition During Adulthood

Which of the following would be included in a basic plan for health promotion and disease prevention?

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Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Thrifty metabolism

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Which of the following is true about U.S. dietary patterns since the mid-1950s?

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Sara is a middle-aged woman of Northern European descent and is quite small in stature. She eats plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and lean meats. What else could she do to live a more health-promoting lifestyle?

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A mineral that is often deficient in the diet of U.S. adults and is linked to bone health, muscle function, mental health, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes is

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Studies have shown that adults who adhere to the MIND Diet have over 50% lower rates of Alzheimer's disease.

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After age ________ or so, the total calorie needs of physically inactive adults fall steadily throughout adulthood.

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Research suggests that older adults require ________ the current RDA for protein for adults.

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Gary takes a diuretic to control his blood pressure, aspirin to prevent his blood clots, and an antibiotic for a recent sinus infection. Which of these may affect his vitamin K needs?

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A standard drink provides about 14 grams of alcohol. Which of the following is standard alcoholic drink size for alcoholic beverages?

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Life span refers to

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Eating habits of older adults may be influenced by

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Barbara is 65 years of age, and her doctor finds her mental function is declining. Which of the following may improve her mental status?

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Which of the following is true about alcohol consumption by the elderly?

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Edna, age 75, does not tolerate dairy products well. Which of the following practices would be most appropriate for Edna to increase her calcium levels?

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Match the following popular herbal remedies with their purported effects below. -St. John's wort

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The maximum number of years a human can live is called

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Match the following terms with their appropriate definition or description. -Alcohol dehydrogenase

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Match the following terms with the descriptions below. -Life span

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Match the following terms with their appropriate definition or description. -Tolerance

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