Kaplan Nutrition
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- 1.
Childhood disease rickets is due to a deficiency in
- A.
Vitamin E
- B.
Vitamin D
- C.
Vitamin K
- D.
Vitamin A
Correct Answer
B. Vitamin D -
- 2.
Water makes up _______% of body weight?
- A.
50-65
- B.
10-20
- C.
25-45
- D.
75-95
Correct Answer
A. 50-65 -
- 3.
Nutrient essential for synthesis of several blood clotting factors?
- A.
Vitamin E
- B.
Vitamin C
- C.
Vitamin K
- D.
Vitamin A
Correct Answer
C. Vitamin K -
- 4.
What vitamin is needed to prevent Scurvy?
- A.
Vitamin C
- B.
Vitamin B6
- C.
Vitamin D
- D.
Vitamin B12
Correct Answer
A. Vitamin C -
- 5.
There is a positive protein balance in all the following conditions except
- A.
Recovery from surgery
- B.
Growth
- C.
Pregnancy
- D.
Starvation
Correct Answer
D. Starvation -
- 6.
Which nutrient can be considered both a vitamin and a hormone?
- A.
Vitamin B2
- B.
Vitamin C
- C.
Vitamin D
- D.
Vitamin A
Correct Answer
C. Vitamin D -
- 7.
What is the antidote to the drug Warfarin?
- A.
Vitamin A
- B.
Vitamin B12
- C.
Vitamin K
- D.
Vitamin C
Correct Answer
C. Vitamin K -
- 8.
All is true about Fat Soluble vitamins except
- A.
Transported through the blood stream
- B.
Contains vitamins A,D,E,K
- C.
Stored so can be used when needed
- D.
Readily excreted in the urine
Correct Answer
D. Readily excreted in the urine -
- 9.
A goiter may form as a consequence of an inadequate intake of?
- A.
Copper
- B.
Sodium
- C.
Iodine
- D.
Magnesium
Correct Answer
C. Iodine -
- 10.
Constipation can best be prevented by:
- A.
Restricting Fluids
- B.
Using Laxatives
- C.
Engaging in little physical exercise
- D.
Eating Dietary Fiber
Correct Answer
D. Eating Dietary Fiber -
- 11.
Acquiring sufficient Vitamin B12 from the diet may be a problem for vegans because....
- A.
Deficiency may result from high intake of legumes
- B.
Found in leafy green veggies
- C.
It is only found in animal products
- D.
It is only found in red meat
Correct Answer
C. It is only found in animal products -
- 12.
The major Chloride source in the diet is?
- A.
Milk
- B.
Potassium
- C.
Salt
- D.
Carbs
Correct Answer
C. Salt -
- 13.
Which statement about vitamins is true?
- A.
Directly supply energy
- B.
Can not be stored in the body
- C.
Help regulate chemical reactions in the body
- D.
Increases the body's muscle mass without exercise
Correct Answer
C. Help regulate chemical reactions in the body -
- 14.
Which vitamin has been helpful in large doses as treatment for acne?
- A.
C
- B.
A
- C.
D
- D.
E
Correct Answer
B. A -
- 15.
B vitamins generally function as
- A.
Co-enzymes
- B.
Emulsifiers
- C.
Antioxidants
- D.
Reducing agents
Correct Answer
A. Co-enzymes -
- 16.
Most Vitamin A is stored in the....
- A.
Small Intestines
- B.
Large Intestines
- C.
Kidneys
- D.
Liver
Correct Answer
D. Liver -
- 17.
When consumed during pregnancy which vitamin can help prevent neural tube defects like Spinal Bifida?
- A.
Niacin
- B.
B6
- C.
Folic Acid
- D.
Riboflavin
Correct Answer
C. Folic Acid -
- 18.
Niacin is necessary to prevent....
- A.
Scurvy
- B.
Pernicious Anemia
- C.
Pellagra
- D.
Beriberi
Correct Answer
C. Pellagra -
- 19.
Vitamin E functions as a(n)
- A.
Enzyme
- B.
Antioxidant
- C.
Hormone
- D.
Co-enzyme
Correct Answer
A. Enzyme -
- 20.
What can be protective for the teeth when introduced in water supply, however it can cause tooth mottling when consumed in high quantities?
- A.
Calicum
- B.
Copper
- C.
Iron
- D.
Fluoride
Correct Answer
D. Fluoride -
- 21.
After absorption, fat soluble vitamins are transported in the blood stream to body cells and/or stored in the liver?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 22.
What is the function of thick mucus in the stomach?
- A.
Promote fat digestion
- B.
Activate stomach enzymes
- C.
Protect stomach cells from acid and enzymes
- D.
Keep the stomach bacteria free
Correct Answer
C. Protect stomach cells from acid and enzymes -
- 23.
Which of the following is a major source of Lactose?
- A.
Carrots
- B.
Broccoli
- C.
Buttermilk
- D.
Honey
Correct Answer
C. Buttermilk -
- 24.
Which of the following hormones corrects a hyper-glycemic state
- A.
Glucagon
- B.
Insulin
- C.
Epinephrine
- D.
Cortisone
Correct Answer
B. Insulin -
- 25.
The muscular contractions that move food through the digestive tract are called?
- A.
Compression
- B.
Regurgitation
- C.
Spasms
- D.
Peristalsis
Correct Answer
D. Peristalsis -
- 26.
Most digestion takes place in the....
- A.
Pancreas
- B.
Small intestines
- C.
Stomach
- D.
Large Intestines
Correct Answer
B. Small intestines -
- 27.
Fiber belongs to the class of nutrients called....
- A.
Minerals
- B.
Proteins
- C.
Carbs
- D.
Lipids
Correct Answer
C. Carbs -
- 28.
Serving size of meat should fit in the palm of your hand?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 29.
Daily sodium (Na) intake should be _____________mg/day
Correct Answer
1500 - 30.
Daily Cholesterol intake should be __________mg/day
Correct Answer
300 - 31.
Essential Nutrients is only supplied from foods we eat.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 32.
What vitamin should you take with increased protein to help with wounds?
- A.
Vitamin B12
- B.
Vitamin A
- C.
Vitamin C
- D.
Vitamin B6
Correct Answer
C. Vitamin C -
- 33.
Complete Proteins contain all 9 essential Amino Acids?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 34.
Check all that apply.Vegans may have Deficiencies in the which of the following
- A.
B6
- B.
B12
- C.
Riboflavin
- D.
Vitamin C
- E.
Vitamin A
- F.
Iron
- G.
Zinc
- H.
Vitamin D
- I.
Vitamin B1
Correct Answer(s)
A. B6
B. B12
C. Riboflavin
F. Iron
G. Zinc
H. Vitamin D -
- 35.
To much protein is hard on the_____________
Correct Answer(s)
Kidneys, kidneys, kidney, Kidney - 36.
What are the 3 forms of carbs, simple carbs, complex carbs, and ___________.
Correct Answer(s)
Fiber, fiber - 37.
_______________is the primary source of energy?
Correct Answer(s)
Carbs, carbs, Carbohydrates, carbohydrates - 38.
Too much of vitamin____ can cause decreased hormone levels
Correct Answer(s)
E, e - 39.
Toxicity of what vitamin causes loss of hair, dry skin, bone and joint pain, fetal malformations, and enlarged liver and spleen?
- A.
Vitamin K
- B.
Vitamin A
- C.
Vitamin E
- D.
Vitamin C
Correct Answer
B. Vitamin A -
- 40.
Newborns get an injection of what vitamin to reduce Hemorrhaging.
Correct Answer
Vitamin K, vitamin K, vitamin k, Vitamin k, K, k - 41.
Select the ones you likeAre high in Vitamin D
- A.
Salmon with bones
- B.
Fortified Milk
- C.
Cod Liver Oil
- D.
Sweet Potatoes
Correct Answer(s)
A. Salmon with bones
B. Fortified Milk
C. Cod Liver Oil -
- 42.
Primary intracellular ion is_________________.
Correct Answer(s)
Potassium, potassium - 43.
Primary extracellular ion is _________________.
Correct Answer(s)
sodium, Sodium - 44.
Infants should___________weight by 6 months and triple weight by _____ year(s)?
Correct Answer(s)
double triple, Double and Triple, Double Triple, double and triple - 45.
Adolescents require more calories and fat during growth spurts?
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 46.
Where does protein digestion begin?
- A.
Mouth
- B.
Liver
- C.
Stomach
- D.
Small intestines
Correct Answer
C. Stomach -
- 47.
How much protein is the recommended amount foe a 180lb man?
Correct Answer
65.5g, 65.5 g, 65.5 grams, 65.5 Grams - 48.
Which 2 common fruits are highest in fiber?
- A.
Apples with peel and Bananas
- B.
Bananas and oranges
- C.
Oranges and strawberries
- D.
Strawberries and apples with peel
Correct Answer
D. Strawberries and apples with peel -
- 49.
How are fat soluble vitamins absorbed
- A.
Through receptor sites
- B.
Through Kidneys
- C.
Bile in the duodenum
- D.
Stomach acids in the stomach
Correct Answer
C. Bile in the duodenum -
- 50.
What is the bodies most essential nutrient?
Correct Answer
Water, water
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