Question 1

Gastric bypass surgery reduces food intake by

Accepted Answer

A)  removing the stomach. 
B)  attaching the lower part of the small intestine to the stomach. 
C)  removing fat cells from the abdominal area. 
D)  stapling or partitioning a small section of the stomach. 
A)  removing the stomach. 
B)  attaching the lower part of the small intestine to the stomach. 
C)  removing fat cells from the abdominal area. 
D)  stapling or partitioning a small section of the stomach.

Question 2

Surgery is considered the last resort for morbidly obese people.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

What is a multifactorial disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  a disease that exhibits many different forms, depending upon the individual 
B)  a disease that has many different causes 
C)  a disease that affects many different organ systems 
D)  a disease that requires many different treatments or therapies 
A)  a disease that exhibits many different forms, depending upon the individual 
B)  a disease that has many different causes 
C)  a disease that affects many different organ systems 
D)  a disease that requires many different treatments or therapies

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a reason that surgical procedures fail to achieve long-term weight loss for most people?

Accepted Answer

A)  chronic diarrhea and vomiting 
B)  inability to maintain reduced consumption over time 
C)  enlargement of the stomach pouch 
D)  loosening of staples or gastric bands 
A)  chronic diarrhea and vomiting 
B)  inability to maintain reduced consumption over time 
C)  enlargement of the stomach pouch 
D)  loosening of staples or gastric bands

Question 5

Prescription weight loss medications are most effective when combined with a program that supports energy restriction, regular exercise, and increased physical activity throughout the day.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Gastric bypass surgery reduces food intake by

Surgery is considered the last resort for morbidly obese people.

What is a multifactorial disease?

Which of the following is NOT a reason that surgical procedures fail to achieve long-term weight loss for most people?

Prescription weight loss medications are most effective when combined with a program that supports energy restriction, regular exercise, and increased physical activity throughout the day.

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Exam 26: obesity

Gastric bypass surgery reduces food intake by

Surgery is considered the last resort for morbidly obese people.

What is a multifactorial disease?

Which of the following is NOT a reason that surgical procedures fail to achieve long-term weight loss for most people?

Prescription weight loss medications are most effective when combined with a program that supports energy restriction, regular exercise, and increased physical activity throughout the day.

The Role of Nutrition in Our Health

Designing a Healthful Diet

The Human Body: Are We Really What We Eat

Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients

Fats: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients

Proteins: Crucial Components of All Body Tissues

Nutrients Involved in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Nutrients Involved in Antioxidant Function

Nutrients Involved in Bone Health

Nutrients Involved in Energy Metabolism and Blood Health

Achieving and Maintaining a Healthful Body Weight

Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health

Food Safety and Technology: Impact on Consumers

Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Pregnancy and the First Year of Life

Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Childhood to Late Adulthood

alcohol

cancer

cardiovascular Disease

diabetes

dietary Supplements: Necessity or Waste

disordered Eating

disorders Related to Specific Foods

the Fetal Environment: a Lasting Impression

fluid Imbalance

global Nutrition

osteoporosis

phytochemicals

searching for the Fountain of Youth

vitamins and Minerals: Micronutrients With Macro Powers

Filters