Deck 25: Water Is an Essential Nutrient

Question 1

BPA is a harmful chemical found naturally in spring and mineral waters.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Water is not an essential nutrient because it does not provide the body with energy.​

Answer 2

False

Question 3

A tomato contains approximately 95% water.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

The demand for water is increasing worldwide.

Question 5

The USDA is responsible for the safety of U.S.public water supplies.

Question 6

High-fiber diets increase the need for water.

Question 7

Water is our body's main source of fluoride.

Question 8

True mineral water is taken from protected underground reservoirs that are lodged between layers of rock.

Question 9

The water content of foods contribute little to our daily intake of water.

Question 10

It is impossible to consume too much water because any excess will be excreted from the body.

Question 11

Evidence suggests that water intake among Americans in general is inadequate.

Question 12

Muscle is mostly water.

Question 13

Adults are approximately 50% water by weight.

Question 14

Humans can live approximately six days without water.

Question 15

Caffeine increases urine output even in people who are accustomed to drinking beverages that contain caffeine.

Question 16

Drinking more water than normally needed will help cure chronic fatigue.

Question 17

The recommended daily intake of water for adults is eight cups.

Question 18

Bottled water is healthier and safer than most tap water in the United States.

Question 19

Drinking more water than normally needed will help prevent wrinkled skin.

Question 20

Fat cells are mostly water.

Question 21

People of all ages need fluoride for bone health and the prevention of tooth decay.

Question 22

Bottled waters have been criticized for their general lack of _____.

A)sodium
B)calcium
C)magnesium
D)fluoride
E)​potassium

Question 23

What percentage of the total water supply is fresh water?

A)​3%
B)10%
C)25%
D)35%
E)​50%

Question 24

Water intoxication is rare.

Question 25

Individuals are in water balance when water intake equals water output.

Question 26

The coffee or tea you consume counts toward your overall water intake.

Question 27

Adults are approximately _____% water by weight.

A)​30-40
B)45-50
C)60-65
D)75-80
E)​80-90

Question 28

People who are dehydrated may have an increased body temperature.

Question 29

Less than 5% of the total water supply is fresh water.

Question 30

​Water _____.

A)​participates in energy formation
B)prevents dry skin
C)can help cure migraines
D)is required by few tissues in the body
E)​promotes and quickens weight loss

Question 31

Our need for water is measured in grams or milligrams.

Question 32

Most of the water consumed in the United States is tap water.

Question 33

Fruits and vegetables are _____% water.

A)15-30
B)30-45
C)45-60
D)60-75
E)​75-90

Question 34

Spring water is taken from _____.

A)freshwater springs that form pools or streams on the earth's surface
B)protected underground reservoirs that are lodged between layers of rock
C)the tap
D)distilled ocean water
E)a well

Question 35

Symptoms of dehydration include _____.

A)decreased heart rate
B)hypertension
C)vomiting
D)increased body temperature
E)a headache

Question 36

A water deficit of 20% can be life threatening.

Question 37

Most bottled water is fluoridated.

Question 38

Which factor increases water loss?​

A)​physical activity only
B)moist air only
C)exposure to cold weather only
D)physical activity and moist air
E)​physical activity and exposure to cold weather

Question 39

Which agency is responsible for the safety of U.S.public water supplies?

A)U.S.Department of Agriculture
B)Environmental Protection Agency
C)Food and Drug Administration
D)U.S.Pharmacopeia
E)National Institutes of Health

Question 40

You lose more water when you breathe warm,moist air.

Question 41

Of the following,who needs to increase his or her water intake?

A)only a person that has a fever and is vomiting
B)only a person on a high-protein diet
C)only a person at sea level
D)a person that has a fever and is vomiting and a person on a high-protein diet
E)​a person that has a fever and is vomiting and a person at sea level

Question 42

Most seltzers become bubbly by the commercial addition of pressurized _____.

A)carbon dioxide
B)nitrogen
C)hydrogen
D)oxygen
E)sodium chloride

Question 43

Which food contains the lowest percentage of water?

A)eggs
B)bread
C)chicken
D)milk
E)​peanut butter

Question 44

In the recent past,the presence of BPA in plastic bottles was considered potentially unsafe,especially for _____.

A)pregnant women (only)
B)young children (only)
C)adolescents (only)
D)pregnant women and young children
E)​young children and adolescents

Question 45

Water quality is monitored by _____.

A)the U.S.Department of Agriculture
B)local water utilities
C)the public
D)the Federal Trade Commission
E)the U.S.Forest Service

Question 46

True mineral water is taken from _____.

A)the tap
B)protected underground reservoirs that are lodged between layers of rock
C)freshwater springs that form pools or streams on earth's surface
D)distilled ocean water
E)a well

Question 47

Bottled water _____.

A)has fewer impurities than tap water
B)is generally calorie-free
C)is sweetened with sugar
D)is fluoridated
E)​is better for you than tap water

Question 48

The recommended daily intake of water for 19-30-year-old men is _____ cups.

A)5.0
B)8.5
C)11.4
D)15.6
E)​19.2

Question 49

Which food contains the highest percentage of water?

A)banana
B)corn oil
C)turkey
D)hamburger
E)​watermelon

Question 50

Which type of body tissue has the lowest water content?

A)muscle
B)blood
C)fat cells
D)bone
E)​the brain

Question 51

Water toxicity can lead to low levels of _____ in the blood.

A)magnesium
B)iron
C)sodium
D)calcium
E)​potassium

Question 52

Why is the demand for water increasing worldwide?

A)population growth
B)most people,including Americans,are dehydrated
C)natural disasters
D)polar ice is melting
E)the amount of groundwater is increasing

Question 53

Symptoms of water intoxication include _____.

A)nausea and vomiting
B)joint pain
C)kidney failure
D)blood in the urine
E)​severe fatigue

Question 54

Which beverage increases your need for water?

A)milk
B)juice
C)a soft drink
D)coffee
E)​beer

Question 55

Water intoxication has occurred in _____ who consumed too much water during an event.

A)cross-country skiers
B)basketball players
C)sprinters
D)marathon runners
E)​soccer players

Question 56

An important function of water is to _____.

A)act as the body's cooling system
B)improve motor and sensory nerve function
C)relieve pain
D)flush toxins from the body
E)​lessen fatigue

Question 57

Fluoride is needed by _____.

A)infants
B)children
C)adults
D)older adults
E)​people of all ages

Question 58

What is a condition in which the amount of sodium in the blood is lower than normal?

A)hypoglycemia
B)hypoxia
C)hyponatremia
D)hypothermia
E)​hypotension

Question 59

Which type of medication produces a strong craving for water?

A)painkillers
B)antipsychotics
C)opioids
D)stimulants
E)​amphetamines

Question 60

According to the FDA,_____.

A)plastic containers should not be used due to high levels of BPA in foods
B)consumers should look for products with a BPA free logo
C)current levels of BPA in foods due to plastic containers is safe
D)exposure to BPA increases the risk of cancer development
E)​BPS is safer than BPA

Question 61

The body's primary "thirst center" in the brain is the _____.

A)thalamus
B)cerebellum
C)medulla oblongata
D)hypothalamus
E)​pons

Question 62

Cody and Casey are friends who enjoy working out together.They enjoy going on hikes,running,and biking.During their last adventure,they traveled to the Rocky Mountains for a two-day hiking trip.During the first day of their journey,Cody made sure to keep drinking water and refuel with healthy snacks throughout the day.Casey,who was less diligent in drinking and refueling,slowed the hiking pace,got a severe muscle cramp in her calf,and felt dizzy shortly before they made it to camp.After a little break,she and Cody were able to make it to camp.That night Cody and Casey ate well and relaxed.After dinner,Cody drank three beers by the campfire before going to sleep.?After a good night's sleep and a healthy breakfast of fruit,peanut butter sandwiches,and coffee,they set out on their second day of hiking.In an attempt to avoid the fatigue and muscle cramps she experienced during day one of the hike,Casey made sure to drink about two cups of water every 10-15 minutes even though she was not thirsty to avoid becoming dehydrated.Cody was confident that he would be able to stay hydrated and fueled based on his success from day one.However,he noticed that he was extremely thirsty early in the hike and had to drink more water than he did on day one.Several hours into the hike,Casey started to feel a headache coming on so she increased her water intake.A short while later she had to stop hiking because she became confused,felt nauseated,and began to vomit.Cody called the park rangers to get her some medical attention.
What is the recommended daily intake of water for Casey?

A)2.7 liters
B)3.7 liters
C)4.7 liters
D)5.7 liters
E)​6.7 liters

Question 63

Cody and Casey are friends who enjoy working out together.They enjoy going on hikes,running,and biking.During their last adventure,they traveled to the Rocky Mountains for a two-day hiking trip.During the first day of their journey,Cody made sure to keep drinking water and refuel with healthy snacks throughout the day.Casey,who was less diligent in drinking and refueling,slowed the hiking pace,got a severe muscle cramp in her calf,and felt dizzy shortly before they made it to camp.After a little break,she and Cody were able to make it to camp.That night Cody and Casey ate well and relaxed.After dinner,Cody drank three beers by the campfire before going to sleep.?After a good night's sleep and a healthy breakfast of fruit,peanut butter sandwiches,and coffee,they set out on their second day of hiking.In an attempt to avoid the fatigue and muscle cramps she experienced during day one of the hike,Casey made sure to drink about two cups of water every 10-15 minutes even though she was not thirsty to avoid becoming dehydrated.Cody was confident that he would be able to stay hydrated and fueled based on his success from day one.However,he noticed that he was extremely thirsty early in the hike and had to drink more water than he did on day one.Several hours into the hike,Casey started to feel a headache coming on so she increased her water intake.A short while later she had to stop hiking because she became confused,felt nauseated,and began to vomit.Cody called the park rangers to get her some medical attention.
What most likely caused Cody to feel so thirsty the morning of day two?

A)He was experiencing water intoxication.
B)He was dehydrated from drinking alcohol the night before.
C)He was fatigued from the first day of the hike.
D)He drank coffee for breakfast.
E)​His breakfast had a high-protein content.

Question 64

Cody and Casey are friends who enjoy working out together.They enjoy going on hikes,running,and biking.During their last adventure,they traveled to the Rocky Mountains for a two-day hiking trip.During the first day of their journey,Cody made sure to keep drinking water and refuel with healthy snacks throughout the day.Casey,who was less diligent in drinking and refueling,slowed the hiking pace,got a severe muscle cramp in her calf,and felt dizzy shortly before they made it to camp.After a little break,she and Cody were able to make it to camp.That night Cody and Casey ate well and relaxed.After dinner,Cody drank three beers by the campfire before going to sleep.?After a good night's sleep and a healthy breakfast of fruit,peanut butter sandwiches,and coffee,they set out on their second day of hiking.In an attempt to avoid the fatigue and muscle cramps she experienced during day one of the hike,Casey made sure to drink about two cups of water every 10-15 minutes even though she was not thirsty to avoid becoming dehydrated.Cody was confident that he would be able to stay hydrated and fueled based on his success from day one.However,he noticed that he was extremely thirsty early in the hike and had to drink more water than he did on day one.Several hours into the hike,Casey started to feel a headache coming on so she increased her water intake.A short while later she had to stop hiking because she became confused,felt nauseated,and began to vomit.Cody called the park rangers to get her some medical attention.
What is the recommended daily intake of water for Cody?

A)2.7 liters
B)3.7 liters
C)4.7 liters
D)5.7 liters
E)​6.7 liters

Question 65

​Discuss the key functions of water in the body.

Question 66

The recommended daily intake of water for 19-30-year-old women is _____ cups.

A)5.0
B)8.5
C)11.4
D)15.6
E)​19.2

Question 67

On day two of the hike,why did Casey most likely develop a headache and experience confusion and nausea?

A)dehydration
B)the flu
C)hyponatremia
D)food poisoning
E)​contaminated water

Question 68

Cody and Casey are friends who enjoy working out together.They enjoy going on hikes,running,and biking.During their last adventure,they traveled to the Rocky Mountains for a two-day hiking trip.During the first day of their journey,Cody made sure to keep drinking water and refuel with healthy snacks throughout the day.Casey,who was less diligent in drinking and refueling,slowed the hiking pace,got a severe muscle cramp in her calf,and felt dizzy shortly before they made it to camp.After a little break,she and Cody were able to make it to camp.That night Cody and Casey ate well and relaxed.After dinner,Cody drank three beers by the campfire before going to sleep.?After a good night's sleep and a healthy breakfast of fruit,peanut butter sandwiches,and coffee,they set out on their second day of hiking.In an attempt to avoid the fatigue and muscle cramps she experienced during day one of the hike,Casey made sure to drink about two cups of water every 10-15 minutes even though she was not thirsty to avoid becoming dehydrated.Cody was confident that he would be able to stay hydrated and fueled based on his success from day one.However,he noticed that he was extremely thirsty early in the hike and had to drink more water than he did on day one.Several hours into the hike,Casey started to feel a headache coming on so she increased her water intake.A short while later she had to stop hiking because she became confused,felt nauseated,and began to vomit.Cody called the park rangers to get her some medical attention.
Since Cody and Casey are engaged in strenuous work,they should increase their water intake by _____%.

A)20
B)30
C)40
D)50
E)​60

Question 69

Cody and Casey are friends who enjoy working out together.They enjoy going on hikes,running,and biking.During their last adventure,they traveled to the Rocky Mountains for a two-day hiking trip.During the first day of their journey,Cody made sure to keep drinking water and refuel with healthy snacks throughout the day.Casey,who was less diligent in drinking and refueling,slowed the hiking pace,got a severe muscle cramp in her calf,and felt dizzy shortly before they made it to camp.After a little break,she and Cody were able to make it to camp.That night Cody and Casey ate well and relaxed.After dinner,Cody drank three beers by the campfire before going to sleep.?After a good night's sleep and a healthy breakfast of fruit,peanut butter sandwiches,and coffee,they set out on their second day of hiking.In an attempt to avoid the fatigue and muscle cramps she experienced during day one of the hike,Casey made sure to drink about two cups of water every 10-15 minutes even though she was not thirsty to avoid becoming dehydrated.Cody was confident that he would be able to stay hydrated and fueled based on his success from day one.However,he noticed that he was extremely thirsty early in the hike and had to drink more water than he did on day one.Several hours into the hike,Casey started to feel a headache coming on so she increased her water intake.A short while later she had to stop hiking because she became confused,felt nauseated,and began to vomit.Cody called the park rangers to get her some medical attention.
Casey was most likely _____ on day one of the hiking trip.

A)coming down with the flu
B)dehydrated
C)not physically fit
D)experiencing water intoxication
E)​fighting a water-borne infectious disease