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Front 1

The body makes protein out of ____.

Back 1

amino acids

Front 2

How many amino acids are considered "essential" because they cannot be made by the body and must be supplied by food?

Back 2

9

Front 3

After the body's carbohydrate reserves are depleted, which of the following does the body burn?

Back 3

fat

Front 4

The nutrient that is essential for the production of red blood cells is ____.

Back 4

iron

Front 5

Which of the following can be converted to glucose and used for immediate fuel?

Back 5

Carbohydrates

Front 6

When discussing diets with patients, which of the following would you not include

Back 6

Emphasize the patient's poor eating habits

Front 7

Which of these are signs and symptoms of bulimia?

Back 7

Excessive use of laxatives or diuretics

Front 8

Lisa has just found out that she is pregnant. This is her first pregnancy, and she wants to be sure to do everything right. She tells you, "I know I should not have any alcohol, and I have never been a smoker, but what about food? Is there anything I should do differently, or avoid? Which of the following would you include when teaching Lisa about nutrition during pregnancy?

Back 8

"Eat an additional 10 to 15 g of protein a day."

Front 9

A diet that consists of tea, broth, non-citrus juices, carbonated beverages, popsicles, and gelatin is a ____.

Back 9

clear-liquid diet

Front 10

Which of the following provide two-thirds of a person's daily energy needs?

Back 10

Carbohydrates

Front 11

Which of the following is essential for fiber to work properly in the body?

Back 11

Adequate water intake

Front 12

The optimal percentage of body fat for females younger than age 50 is ____.

Back 12

14% to 23%

Front 13

What is the optimal percentage of body fat for a 55-year-old male?

Back 13

12% to 19%

Front 14

A measure of body fat based on height and weight that is often used in assessing nutritional levels is the ____.

Back 14

body mass index

Front 15

Which of the following would you include in patient education about changes in nutritional recommendations?

Back 15

Nutritional recommendations change when new research is performed and verified.

Front 16

Which mineral is found in dairy products, green leafy vegetables, broccoli, legumes, and the soft bones of sardines and salmon?

Back 16

Calcium

Front 17

Each gram of ____ contains four calories.

Back 17

protein

Front 18

A deficiency in which vitamin causes beriberi, digestive problems, muscle weakness, nervous disorders, and heart failure?

Back 18

Vitamin B1

Front 19

Which of the following are saturated fats?

Back 19

Coconut and palm oils

Front 20

Which of the following are either stored in the liver and muscle cells as glycogen or converted and stored as fat?

Back 20

Carbohydrates

Front 21

David has been having increasingly frequent migraine headaches. The physician will do further tests to determine if there is an underlying physical cause. While the tests are being done, what might the physician suggest to try to reduce the frequency or severity of the migraines?

Back 21

Restrict consumption of aged cheeses, red wine, and beer

Front 22

An excess of which of the following can lead to increased levels of triglycerides and cholesterol in the blood and an increased risk of heart and artery disease?

Back 22

Lipids

Front 23

Another name for vitamin B1 is ____.

Back 23

thiamine

Front 24

Which of the following plays a vital role in the activities of the thyroid hormones?

Back 24

Iodine

Front 25

Your sister has just returned from her doctor's appointment. She says the physician diagnoses a pepticulcer and told her to follow a bland diet for the next 7 to 10 days. She adds, "This shouldn't be too hard. I love snacking on raw carrots, and I will get some orange juice for breakfast!" What should you tell your sister about following a bland diet?

Back 25

"Raw fruits and vegetables are among the foods you should avoid on a bland diet."

Front 26

Which of the following is not part of the MyPlate initiative based on the 2010 Dietary Guidelines?

Back 26

Make half your plate proteins

Front 27

A deficiency in which of the following can cause anemia?

Back 27

Iron

Front 28

Which of the following are organic substances that are essential for normal body growth and maintenance and resistance to infection?

Back 28

Vitamins

Front 29

Which of these are included in the 2010 USDA Dietary Guidelines?

Back 29

Balance calorie consumption with physical activity

Front 30

Good dietary sources of iron are ____.

Back 30

liver, egg yolks, fortified breads and cereals, and dark green vegetables

Front 31

Major minerals the body needs in fairly large quantities include ____.

Back 31

calcium and phosphorus

Front 32

Each gram of ____ contains 9 calories.

Back 32

fat

Front 33

Which of the following would you include when educating patients about daily water requirements?

Back 33

Encourage patients to drink six to eight glasses of water

Front 34

Which mineral works with vitamin E to aid metabolism, growth, and fertility?

Back 34

Selenium

Front 35

Which of the following behaviors might a patient with an eating disorder exhibit or mention in conversation?

Back 35

Uses laxatives, excessive exercise, vomiting, or diuretics for weight control

Front 36

Which of the following would you include in nutritional therapy for patients with hypertension?

Back 36

Restrict sodium intake to 2 to 3 g per day

Front 37

A deficiency in which mineral causes a goiter?

Back 37

Iodine

Front 38

A deficiency in vitamin B12 causes ____.

Back 38

pernicious anemia and irreversible liver damage

Front 39

Which vitamin builds bones and teeth and is found in egg yolks, butter, and fortified milk?

Back 39

Vitamin D

Front 40

Which of the following are characteristic of saturated fats?

Back 40

They are derived from animal sources and are solid at room temperature.

Front 41

The amount of energy needed to raise the temperature of 1 kg of water by 1º C is a (n) ____.

Back 41

calorie

Front 42

Which of the following is especially important to increase in the diet of patients with cancer to help replace cells destroyed by cancer treatments?

Back 42

proteins

Front 43

Which of the following is a recommendation from the American Cancer Society's nutritional and physical activity guidelines?

Back 43

Be as lean as possible throughout life without being underweight.

Front 44

Which vitamin aids in blood clotting and bone growth?

Back 44

k

Front 45

In which type of special diet is food intake increased to provide 3000 to 5000 calories per day?

Back 45

high-calorie, high-protein diet

Front 46

Which of the following builds healthy bones and teeth, aids in blood clotting, and helps nerves and muscles function?

Back 46

calcium

Front 47

Which of the following are functions of lipids?

Back 47

They provide a concentrated source of heat and energy.

Front 48

Which of the following, supplied mainly by salt, maintains fluid and acid-base balance?

Back 48

sodium

Front 49

Another name for vitamin C is ____.

Back 49

ascorbic acid

Front 50

Which of the following are signs and symptoms of anorexia nervosa?

Back 50

Cessation of menstruation

Front 51

The most common food allergens include ____.

Back 51

wheat, milk, eggs, and chocolate

Front 52

Which of the following contain unsaturated fats?

Back 52

Corn oil and olive oil

Front 53

Which of the following is important in the maintenance of muscle contraction and is found in foods such as bananas, raisins, and oranges?

Back 53

Potassium

Front 54

Which vitamin is an intracellular antioxidant, maintains cell structures, and aids in the formation of red blood cells?

Back 54

e

Front 55

It is recommended that what percentage of an individual's total daily caloric intake be made up of carbohydrates?

Back 55

45% to 65%

Front 56

Which vitamin aids in night vision, cell growth and maintenance, and normal reproductive function?

Back 56

a

Front 57

Which of the following is a function of water?

Back 57

It helps maintain fluid balance in the body and regulates body temperature.

Front 58

Which of the following is the daily recommendation of fiber for adults?

Back 58

14 grams per 1000 calories

Front 59

An increased intake of soluble fiber, a decrease in the dietary intake of saturated fats, and exercise result in ____.

Back 59

reduced cholesterol levels

Front 60

Which of the following are natural, inorganic substances the body needs to help build and maintain body tissues and carry on life functions?

Back 60

minerals

Front 61

It is recommended that what percentage of an individual's total daily caloric intake be made up of protein?

Back 61

10% to 35%

Front 62

Which of the following is a criterion to identify fad diets?

Back 62

They promise ease and comfort in weight loss.

Front 63

Which of the following is a function of proteins?

Back 63

They assist in maintaining the body's water balance.

Front 64

Jessica is 24 years old, weighs 234 pounds, and has just been diagnosed with hypertension. The physician prescribed a mild antihypertensive medication and asked you to help educate Jessica about lifestyle changes and behavior modification for weight loss. Which of the following would you include in your discussion?

Back 64

Advise her to eat slowly and have five or six small meals daily

Front 65

Which of the following is the most essential nutrient for building and repairing cells and tissue?

Back 65

protein

Front 66

Which of the following is a function of fiber?

Back 66

It absorbs organic wastes and toxins in the body so they can be expelled.

Front 67

Which of the following helps treat and prevent constipation, hemorrhoids, diverticular disease, and irritable bowel syndrome?

Back 67

fiber

Front 68

Too little of which of the following nutrients can result in an increased risk of colon cancer, hypercholesterolemia, and increased blood glucose levels?

Back 68

fiber