Deck 16: Nutrition

Question 1

Which of the following is true of complex carbohydrates?

A)Complex carbohydrates are primarily animal products in origin.
B)Complex carbohydrates are also known as roughage.
C)Complex carbohydrates are found mainly in grains, vegetables, and fruits.
D)Complex carbohydrates supply only "empty" calories that provide only calories and no other nutrition.

Answer 1

Complex carbohydrates are found mainly in grains, vegetables, and fruits.

Question 2

Well-nourished persons are usually better able to do which of the following than poorly nourished individuals?

A)Avoid grand mal seizures.
B)Ward off infections.
C)Manage insulin resistance.
D)Prevent dental caries.

Answer 2

Ward off infections.

Question 3

_______ are the components of food that are needed by the body.

A)Nutrition
B)Antioxidants
C)Nutrients
D)The basic four food groups

Answer 3

Nutrients

Question 4

Nutrients are organic and inorganic chemicals in food that supply energy.

A)True
B)False

Question 5

Which of the following are needed in small amounts and are found in all foods except those that are highly refined?

A)Vitamins and minerals
B)Proteins
C)Carbohydrates
D)Fats

Question 6

Which of the following is called the "forgotten nutrient" because people usually do not think about it as a nutrient?

A)Milk
B)Water
C)Salt
D)Calcium

Question 7

Which of the following are used in the building and repair process of body tissues?

A)Proteins
B)Fats
C)Carbohydrates
D)Minerals

Question 8

Which of the following nutrients is the chief source of energy for the body?

A)Protein
B)Complex carbohydrates
C)Simple carbohydrates
D)Fat

Question 9

Which of the following choices will support life and normal growth if it the sole source of protein in the diet?

A)Complete protein
B)Partially complete protein
C)Incomplete protein
D)Vitamin

Question 10

Why is good nutrition critical for pregnant women and young children?

A)Malnutrition during these crucial periods may result in physical or mental disabilities.
B)It is important for the pregnant woman to demonstrate good eating habits for the unborn child.
C)It is important for the young child to see that the mother has good eating habits.
D)The child needs to see that they are eating properly in contrast to their peers.

Question 11

Which of the following is an eating disorder characterized by severe wear on the lingual surfaces of the teeth caused by stomach acid from repeated vomiting?

A)Bulimia
B)Anorexia nervosa
C)Female athlete triad
D)Binge eating

Question 12

Which of the following types of dietary minerals are needed in larger amounts (100 mg/day or more)than trace elements?

A)Copper
B)Fluorine
C)Iron
D)Magnesium

Question 13

How many sections are in the USDA guide to primary food groups known as MyPlate?

A)2
B)4
C)5
D)7

Question 14

Including sufficient calcium in your diet is important for keeping bones strong.

Question 15

Foods with the _____ label must have been grown without the use of chemical pesticides,herbicides,or fertilizers.

A)cholesterol-free
B)high-fiber
C)reduced-fat
D)organic

Question 16

The _______ focuses on the amount of essential nutrients that are needed by individuals on a daily basis in order to prevent deficiency diseases.

A)recommended dietary allowance
B)regulated daily amount
C)regular daily amount
D)recommended daily allowance

Question 17

Any food that contains sugars or other carbohydrates that can be metabolized by bacteria in plaque is described as being:

A)sweet.
B)cariogenic.
C)composed of empty calories.
D)a complex carbohydrate.

Question 18

Which of the following is one of the six key nutrients listed,along with proteins,carbohydrates,fats,vitamins,and minerals?

A)Grains
B)Salts
C)Roughage
D)Water

Question 19

On food labels,ingredients are listed in _____ to indicate the proportions of ingredients.

A)alphabetical order
B)descending order of weight
C)descending order by fat content
D)order by protein, fat, and carbohydrate content

Question 20

Which of the following can prevent cholesterol from oxidizing and damaging arteries?

A)Proteins
B)Minerals
C)Lipids
D)Vitamins C and E

Question 21

In general,what percentage of calories in the average American diet comes from fat?

A)20
B)30
C)40
D)50

Question 22

Which of the following is most easily digested and absorbed into the body?

A)Simple sugars
B)Complex carbohydrates
C)Water-soluble fiber
D)Insoluble fiber

Question 23

Which of the following is true regarding required daily amount (RDA)of water in the diet?

A)The RDA for water is 16 ounces.
B)Foods and fruits satisfy most of the RDA.
C)Some foods do not contain water.
D)Vegetables are about 20% water.

Question 24

Which of the following forms of carbohydrate is not absorbed by the body?

A)Simple sugars
B)Complex carbohydrates
C)Dietary fiber
D)Starches

Question 25

Many times low-fat or reduced-fat foods have replaced fat with sugars,meaning the calorie count may be the same or higher than the original food.

Question 26

Deficiency of which of the following B vitamins is associated with heart irregularities,fatigue,nerve disorders,and mental confusion?

A)B1
B)B2
C)B6
D)B12

Question 27

Increasing fiber or roughage in your diet will help to prevent:

A)night blindness.
B)colon cancer.
C)GI disorders, anemia, cracks on lips.
D)rickets.

Question 28

Deficiency of which of the following minerals is associated with goiter?

A)Calcium
B)Phosphorus
C)Fluorine
D)Iodine

Question 29

Which of the following vitamins is important for the protection of blood cells,body tissues,and essential fatty acids?

A)A
B)D
C)E
D)K

Question 30

Deficiency of which vitamin is associated with swollen or bleeding gums?

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D

Question 31

Deficiency of which of the following vitamins can lead to cracks in the corners (commissures)of the mouth?

A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D

Question 32

Diverticulosis is related to which of the following?

A)High intake of salt
B)Excessive ingestion of alcohol
C)High cholesterol intake
D)Poor fiber intake

Question 33

A nutrition facts label was required by which of the following government agencies starting in 1995?

A)Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
B)Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
C)U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
D)Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Question 34

Which of the following is (are)the best source of iron?

A)Milk and milk products
B)Sunlight
C)Organ meats, green leafy vegetables
D)Cheese

Question 35

Consumption of which of the following nutrients can help lower blood cholesterol?

A)Water-soluble fiber
B)Insoluble fiber
C)Simple sugars
D)Complex carbohydrates

Question 36

Terms such as reduced fat on a jar of peanut butter do not mean anything,because there is no standard for what reduced is being compared with.

A)True
B)False

Question 37

Which of the following is the least cariogenic habit?

A)Eating fruit roll-ups
B)Snacking on raisins over the course of a day
C)Sipping a soft drink that contains sugar while watching a movie
D)Drinking an entire can of energy drink containing sugar at one time

Question 38

Which of the following foods is highest in cholesterol?

A)A whole, hard-boiled egg
B)A cup of whole milk
C)A tablespoon of butter
D)A frankfurter

Question 39

Which of the following is true concerning a dietary analysis?

A)The patient must record every food eaten.
B)Verbally asking the patient about dietary habits provides sufficient information for a dietary analysis.
C)A dietary analysis may be completed by reviewing the patient dental records.
D)The patient just needs to keep track of breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Question 40

Which of the following is true of partially complete proteins?

A)They contain all of the essential amino acids.
B)Partially complete proteins will not support normal growth.
C)Partially complete proteins will not support life.
D)They supply 8 calories of protein per gram.

Question 41

Which of the following foods supplies the body with the most fiber?

A)Cooked vegetables
B)Raw vegetables
C)Legumes and nuts
D)Fruit

Question 42

Which is not a good source of vitamin D?

A)Sunlight
B)Fortified milk products
C)Eggs
D)Avocado

Question 43

Citrus fruits,berries,vegetables,and peppers are good sources of which of the following vitamins?

A)A
B)B12
C)C
D)D

Question 44

Too much of which of the following minerals can lead to the disturbances in the balance of acids and bases?

A)Calcium
B)Potassium
C)Sodium
D)Chloride

Question 45

Oranges are a good source of which of the following minerals?

A)Calcium
B)Chloride
C)Phosphorus
D)Potassium

Question 46

Foods high in _____ carbohydrates also supply vitamins,minerals,and fiber.

A)complex
B)refined
C)partially complete
D)incomplete

Question 47

Which of the following vitamins are associated with consumption of adequate fruits and vegetables?

A)A and C
B)B and C
C)B and D
D)D and K