Question 1

Elevated blood pressure has been linked to excess intake of

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A)  calcium and vitamin D
B)  sodium and potassium.
C)  sodium and chloride.
D)  magnesium and potassium.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 2

During nerve impulse transmission,depolarization results in a ______ charge inside the cell membrane.Repolarization restores the ______ charge inside the cell membrane.

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A)  slightly positive;slightly negative
B)  slightly negative;slightly positive
C)  slightly positive;neutral
D)  neutral;slightly negativeE) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 3

Hypertension can lead to

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A)  cardiovascular disease.
B)  kidney disease.
C)  declines in brain function.
D)  All of these choices are correct.E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

The major source of chloride in the diet is

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A)  nuts.
B)  milk.
C)  cheese.
D)  table salt.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 5

Depletion of chloride is mostly likely to occur with excessive

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A)  dieting.
B)  vomiting.
C)  diarrhea.
D)  sweating.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 6

The pH of a solution is a measurement of the concentration of ______ ions in the solution.

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A)  phosphate
B)  hydrogen
C)  chloride
D)  sodiumE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 7

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) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 8

Which of the following is a function of chloride?

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A)  Participates in digestion
B)  Neutralizes free radicals
C)  Activates enzymes
D)  Mineralizes boneE) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

The syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) is characterized by excessive production of ADH.A consequence of this disorder could be

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A)  hyponatremia.
B)  hypernatremia.
C)  dehydration.
D)  kidney stones.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 10

For which of the following people are sports drinks with electrolytes most appropriate?

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A)  A student who needs to stay up late to study for an exam
B)  An athlete who competes in a marathon
C)  An athlete who competes in the 100-meter dash
D)  An elderly adultE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 11

All foods in their unprocessed form tend to be low in sodium except

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A)  milk and dairy products.
B)  whole grains.
C)  legumes.
D)  fruits.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 12

Which of the following conditions leads to the breakdown of plastic water bottles?

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A)  Being left in a hot car
B)  Being used to hold lemonade
C)  Cleaning in the dishwasher
D)  All of these conditions break down plastic.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 13

The sodium concentration of the blood is primarily regulated by the

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A)  kidneys.
B)  small intestine.
C)  large intestine.
D)  spleen.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

Systolic pressure refers to the pressure in the

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A)  veins when the heart is beating.
B)  veins when the heart is between beats.
C)  arteries when the heart is beating.
D)  arteries when the heart is between beats.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 15

Which of the following meals would be suitable for a person following a low-sodium diet?

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A)  Chicken noodle soup,oyster crackers,and a tossed green salad with ranch dressing
B)  Chicken tenders,French fries,and sliced apples from a fast food restaurant
C)  A homemade chicken casserole made with canned green beans and cream of mushroom soup
D)  Homemade oven-baked chicken,buttered rice,and steamed fresh green beansE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 16

The DASH diet for reduction of hypertension

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A)  excludes added sugars.
B)  is a vegetarian meal plan.
C)  recommends 2 to 3 servings per day of low-fat dairy products.
D)  encourages daily use of coconut oil.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 17

The major source of ______ in the American diet is processed foods.

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A)  potassium
B)  phosphorus
C)  calcium
D)  sodiumE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 18

If the intracellular concentration of ions is greater than the extracellular concentration of ions,which will happen in order to maintain balance?

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A)  Fluid will move into the cell.
B)  Fluid will move out of the cell.
C)  Ions will move into the cell.
D)  Ions will move out of the cell.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

Of the following,the best source of potassium is

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A)  fresh spinach.
B)  milk.
C)  white bread.
D)  canned tuna.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 20

Stephen's blood pressure is 135/88 and he wishes to follow the principles of the DASH diet.For most Americans,this means increasing intake of

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A)  fruits and vegetables.
B)  whole milk.
C)  protein.
D)  enriched grain products.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Exam 9: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

The pH of a solution is a measurement of the concentration of ______ ions in the solution.

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Elevated blood pressure has been linked to excess intake of

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Stephen's blood pressure is 135/88 and he wishes to follow the principles of the DASH diet.For most Americans,this means increasing intake of

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Systolic pressure refers to the pressure in the

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For which of the following people are sports drinks with electrolytes most appropriate?

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Which of the following meals would be suitable for a person following a low-sodium diet?

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The major source of ______ in the American diet is processed foods.

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Which of the following is a function of chloride?

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Hypertension can lead to

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Diastolic pressure refers to the pressure in the

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If the intracellular concentration of ions is greater than the extracellular concentration of ions,which will happen in order to maintain balance?

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The major source of chloride in the diet is

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Depletion of chloride is mostly likely to occur with excessive

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During nerve impulse transmission,depolarization results in a ______ charge inside the cell membrane.Repolarization restores the ______ charge inside the cell membrane.

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The DASH diet for reduction of hypertension

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Of the following,the best source of potassium is

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All foods in their unprocessed form tend to be low in sodium except

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The sodium concentration of the blood is primarily regulated by the

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The syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) is characterized by excessive production of ADH.A consequence of this disorder could be

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Which of the following conditions leads to the breakdown of plastic water bottles?

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