Question 1

Which of the following is true of complex carbohydrates?&#10;A)Complex carbohydrates are primarily animal products in origin.&#10;B)Complex carbohydrates are also known as roughage.&#10;C)Complex carbohydrates are found mainly in grains, vegetables, and fruits.&#10;D)Complex carbohydrates supply only &#34;empty&#34; calories that provide only calories and no other nutrition.

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Complex carbohydrates are found mainly in grains,vegetables,and fruits.Foods high in complex carbohydrates also supply vitamins,minerals,and fiber.
Complex carbohydrates are primarily plant products in origin.No animal products are available that provide adequate carbohydrates.
Dietary fiber is also known as roughage.It is the portion of the plant that is eaten but cannot be absorbed.
Simple sugars are formed in the mouth from refined carbohydrates that are found in processed foods.In contrast to complex carbohydrates,most refined carbohydrates supply only "empty" calories,and many are high in fat.

Question 2

Well-nourished persons are usually better able to do which of the following than poorly nourished individuals?&#10;A)Avoid grand mal seizures.&#10;B)Ward off infections.&#10;C)Manage insulin resistance.&#10;D)Prevent dental caries.

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Well-nourished persons are usually better able to heal and to ward off infections than poorly nourished individuals.Although good nutrition is important for everyone,it is particularly critical for pregnant women,young children,and older people.
No cause is found for seizures in approximately half of patients,although head injuries,brain tumors,lead poisoning,problems in brain development before birth,and certain genetic and infectious illnesses can cause epilepsy.
Diabetes mellitus is a disease characterized by a sustained high blood glucose level resulting from an absolute or a relative lack of insulin.Insulin insufficiency can be caused by a low output of insulin by the pancreas or by a decreased responsiveness to insulin.
Well-nourished individuals are not more resistant to dental caries than poorly nourished individuals.

Question 3

_______ are the components of food that are needed by the body.&#10;A)Nutrition&#10;B)Antioxidants&#10;C)Nutrients&#10;D)The basic four food groups

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Nutrients are components in food that are needed by the body for growth,development,repair,and maintenance.
Nutrition is the science of how the body uses food for development,growth,repair,and maintenance.
Antioxidants are found in some foods and are beneficial in reducing damage done by cholesterol.
The basic four food groups are the categories from which the food components may be obtained.

Question 4

Nutrients are organic and inorganic chemicals in food that supply energy.&#10;A)True&#10;B)False

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Nutrients are chemicals in food that supply energy and nutrition is the process of assimilation and use of essential food elements from the diet.

Question 5

Which of the following are needed in small amounts and are found in all foods except those that are highly refined?&#10;A)Vitamins and minerals&#10;B)Proteins&#10;C)Carbohydrates&#10;D)Fats

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Vitamins and minerals are found in all foods except those that are highly refined.They are found in all tissues and fluids,and they account for 4% of body weight.
Proteins are the only nutrients that can build and repair body tissues.They are the principal constituent of cell protoplasm.
Carbohydrates constitute the main energy source in the diet.Carbohydrates such as sugar,starch,cellulose,and gum are generally synthesized by green plants.
Fats are substances composed of lipid or fatty acids and occur in various consistencies ranging from oil to tallow.Excessive amounts are not desirable.

Question 6

Which of the following is called the &#34;forgotten nutrient&#34; because people usually do not think about it as a nutrient?&#10;A)Milk&#10;B)Water&#10;C)Salt&#10;D)Calcium

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Water is often referred to as "the forgotten nutrient." Water is a significant component of saliva and is important because it helps build tissue,aids in regulating body temperature,and acts as a lubricant for the joints and mucous membranes.

Question 7

Which of the following are used in the building and repair process of body tissues?&#10;A)Proteins&#10;B)Fats&#10;C)Carbohydrates&#10;D)Minerals

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Proteins are the only nutrients that can build and repair body tissues.Proteins are composed of amino acids,which are used in the building and repair process.
The functions of fats include providing energy,insulation,and cushioning for the body.
The primary function of carbohydrates is to provide energy.
Minerals provide rigidity to teeth and bones and help maintain the body's water-electrolyte balance.

Question 8

Which of the following nutrients is the chief source of energy for the body?&#10;A)Protein&#10;B)Complex carbohydrates&#10;C)Simple carbohydrates&#10;D)Fat

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The role of carbohydrates in the daily diet is to provide the body's chief source of energy.Carbohydrates are divided into three groups according to the complexity of their molecules: simple sugars,complex carbohydrates,and dietary fiber.Simple sugars are formed in the mouth from refined carbohydrates,and most refined carbohydrates supply only "empty" calories.Complex carbohydrates,which are found in grains,vegetables,and fruits,are important because they provide energy.Fiber's primary function is to provide bulk for normal gastrointestinal functioning.
Proteins are the nutrients that build and repair tissue.
In contrast to complex carbohydrates,most refined carbohydrates supply only "empty" calories and many are high in fat.
Fats can also provide energy,but they are not the body's chief source.

Question 9

Which of the following choices will support life and normal growth if it the sole source of protein in the diet?&#10;A)Complete protein&#10;B)Partially complete protein&#10;C)Incomplete protein&#10;D)Vitamin

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A total of 20 amino acids have been identified,8 of which are essential in the adult for normal growth and maintenance of tissues.These essential amino acids must come from food.A complete protein contains a well-balanced mixture of all eight essential amino acids.A complete protein will support life and normal growth if it is the sole source of protein in the diet.
A partially complete protein supplies an unbalanced mixture of essential amino acids.A partially complete protein will maintain life but will not support normal growth is it is the sole source of protein.
An incomplete protein does not support life or normal growth.It must not be the sole source of protein because the protein is missing or is extremely low in one or more of the essential amino acids.
Vitamins are organic substances,obtained from plant or animal sources,that are required for essential metabolic reactions.

Question 10

Why is good nutrition critical for pregnant women and young children?&#10;A)Malnutrition during these crucial periods may result in physical or mental disabilities.&#10;B)It is important for the pregnant woman to demonstrate good eating habits for the unborn child.&#10;C)It is important for the young child to see that the mother has good eating habits.&#10;D)The child needs to see that they are eating properly in contrast to their peers.

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Malnutrition during these crucial periods can result in physical and mental disabilities,and well-nourished persons are better able to heal and ward off infection than poorly nourished people.
The unborn child cannot see the eating habits of the mother.
Although it certainly is true that the mother can provide a good example for the child,there is a more immediate need for good nutrition.
Peer pressure is certainly a factor,but there is a more important reason why good nutrition is important during these periods.

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?&#10;A)Bulimia&#10;B)Anorexia nervosa&#10;C)Female athlete triad&#10;D)Binge eating

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Question 12

Which of the following types of dietary minerals are needed in larger amounts (100 mg/day or more)than trace elements?&#10;A)Copper&#10;B)Fluorine&#10;C)Iron&#10;D)Magnesium

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Question 13

How many sections are in the USDA guide to primary food groups known as MyPlate?&#10;A)2&#10;B)4&#10;C)5&#10;D)7

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Question 14

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

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Question 15

Foods with the _____ label must have been grown without the use of chemical pesticides,herbicides,or fertilizers.&#10;A)cholesterol-free&#10;B)high-fiber&#10;C)reduced-fat&#10;D)organic

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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.&#10;A)recommended dietary allowance&#10;B)regulated daily amount&#10;C)regular daily amount&#10;D)recommended daily allowance

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Question 17

Any food that contains sugars or other carbohydrates that can be metabolized by bacteria in plaque is described as being:&#10;A)sweet.&#10;B)cariogenic.&#10;C)composed of empty calories.&#10;D)a complex carbohydrate.

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Question 18

Which of the following is one of the six key nutrients listed,along with proteins,carbohydrates,fats,vitamins,and minerals?&#10;A)Grains&#10;B)Salts&#10;C)Roughage&#10;D)Water

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Question 19

On food labels,ingredients are listed in _____ to indicate the proportions of ingredients.&#10;A)alphabetical order&#10;B)descending order of weight&#10;C)descending order by fat content&#10;D)order by protein, fat, and carbohydrate content

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Question 20

Which of the following can prevent cholesterol from oxidizing and damaging arteries?&#10;A)Proteins&#10;B)Minerals&#10;C)Lipids&#10;D)Vitamins C and E

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Question 21

In general,what percentage of calories in the average American diet comes from fat?&#10;A)20&#10;B)30&#10;C)40&#10;D)50

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Question 22

Which of the following is most easily digested and absorbed into the body?&#10;A)Simple sugars&#10;B)Complex carbohydrates&#10;C)Water-soluble fiber&#10;D)Insoluble fiber

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Question 23

Which of the following is true regarding required daily amount (RDA)of water in the diet?&#10;A)The RDA for water is 16 ounces.&#10;B)Foods and fruits satisfy most of the RDA.&#10;C)Some foods do not contain water.&#10;D)Vegetables are about 20% water.

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Question 24

Which of the following forms of carbohydrate is not absorbed by the body?&#10;A)Simple sugars&#10;B)Complex carbohydrates&#10;C)Dietary fiber&#10;D)Starches

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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.

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Question 26

Deficiency of which of the following B vitamins is associated with heart irregularities,fatigue,nerve disorders,and mental confusion?&#10;A)B1&#10;B)B2&#10;C)B6&#10;D)B12

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Question 27

Increasing fiber or roughage in your diet will help to prevent:&#10;A)night blindness.&#10;B)colon cancer.&#10;C)GI disorders, anemia, cracks on lips.&#10;D)rickets.

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Question 28

Deficiency of which of the following minerals is associated with goiter?&#10;A)Calcium&#10;B)Phosphorus&#10;C)Fluorine&#10;D)Iodine

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Question 29

Which of the following vitamins is important for the protection of blood cells,body tissues,and essential fatty acids?&#10;A)A&#10;B)D&#10;C)E&#10;D)K

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Question 30

Deficiency of which vitamin is associated with swollen or bleeding gums?&#10;A)A&#10;B)B&#10;C)C&#10;D)D

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Question 31

Deficiency of which of the following vitamins can lead to cracks in the corners (commissures)of the mouth?&#10;A)A&#10;B)B&#10;C)C&#10;D)D

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Question 32

Diverticulosis is related to which of the following?&#10;A)High intake of salt&#10;B)Excessive ingestion of alcohol&#10;C)High cholesterol intake&#10;D)Poor fiber intake

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Question 33

A nutrition facts label was required by which of the following government agencies starting in 1995?&#10;A)Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)&#10;B)Food and Drug Administration (FDA)&#10;C)U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)&#10;D)Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

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Question 34

Which of the following is (are)the best source of iron?&#10;A)Milk and milk products&#10;B)Sunlight&#10;C)Organ meats, green leafy vegetables&#10;D)Cheese

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Question 35

Consumption of which of the following nutrients can help lower blood cholesterol?&#10;A)Water-soluble fiber&#10;B)Insoluble fiber&#10;C)Simple sugars&#10;D)Complex carbohydrates

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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.&#10;A)True&#10;B)False

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Question 37

Which of the following is the least cariogenic habit?&#10;A)Eating fruit roll-ups&#10;B)Snacking on raisins over the course of a day&#10;C)Sipping a soft drink that contains sugar while watching a movie&#10;D)Drinking an entire can of energy drink containing sugar at one time

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Question 38

Which of the following foods is highest in cholesterol?&#10;A)A whole, hard-boiled egg&#10;B)A cup of whole milk&#10;C)A tablespoon of butter&#10;D)A frankfurter

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Question 39

Which of the following is true concerning a dietary analysis?&#10;A)The patient must record every food eaten.&#10;B)Verbally asking the patient about dietary habits provides sufficient information for a dietary analysis.&#10;C)A dietary analysis may be completed by reviewing the patient dental records.&#10;D)The patient just needs to keep track of breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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Question 40

Which of the following is true of partially complete proteins?&#10;A)They contain all of the essential amino acids.&#10;B)Partially complete proteins will not support normal growth.&#10;C)Partially complete proteins will not support life.&#10;D)They supply 8 calories of protein per gram.

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Question 41

Which of the following foods supplies the body with the most fiber?&#10;A)Cooked vegetables&#10;B)Raw vegetables&#10;C)Legumes and nuts&#10;D)Fruit

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Question 42

Which is not a good source of vitamin D?&#10;A)Sunlight&#10;B)Fortified milk products&#10;C)Eggs&#10;D)Avocado

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Question 43

Citrus fruits,berries,vegetables,and peppers are good sources of which of the following vitamins?&#10;A)A&#10;B)B12&#10;C)C&#10;D)D

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Question 44

Too much of which of the following minerals can lead to the disturbances in the balance of acids and bases?&#10;A)Calcium&#10;B)Potassium&#10;C)Sodium&#10;D)Chloride

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Question 45

Oranges are a good source of which of the following minerals?&#10;A)Calcium&#10;B)Chloride&#10;C)Phosphorus&#10;D)Potassium

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Question 46

Foods high in _____ carbohydrates also supply vitamins,minerals,and fiber.&#10;A)complex&#10;B)refined&#10;C)partially complete&#10;D)incomplete

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Question 47

Which of the following vitamins are associated with consumption of adequate fruits and vegetables?&#10;A)A and C&#10;B)B and C&#10;C)B and D&#10;D)D and K

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Deck 16: Nutrition