Deck 2: Designing a Healthy Dietary Pattern

Question 1

The RDAs for nutrients generally are

A)the minimum amounts the average adult male requires.
B)more than twice the actual requirements.
C)designed to prevent deficiency disease in half the population.
D)designed to be adequate for almost all healthy people.

Answer 1

D

Question 2

Which of the following is not a way to assess nutritional status?

A)Dietary assessment
B)Biochemical tests
C)Clinical evaluation
D)Psychoanalysis

Answer 2

D

Question 3

Which of the following behaviors exemplifies the concept of dietary moderation?

A)Eat only unprocessed plant products.
B)Choose several different foods from each food group throughout the day.
C)Eat only "good" foods such as fruits and vegetables and avoid the "bad" foods such as steak and ice cream.
D)If breakfast was high in fat and sodium,plan to eat something relatively low in fat and sodium for dinner.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

The RDAs for nutrients are set

A)to cover the needs of 97% - 98% of the population.
B)based on the dietary intakes of people who appear to be maintaining nutritional health.
C)by the FDA for food labeling purposes.
D)based on a person's height and weight.

Question 5

Which meal contains foods from all food groups represented in MyPlate?

A)Chef's salad containing ham,lettuce,an egg,Thousand Island dressing,and croutons;bagel;apple;and soft drink
B)Steak,baked potato with margarine,broccoli,salad with oil and vinegar dressing,milk
C)Refried beans,onions,tomatoes,and cheddar cheese wrapped in a tortilla;orange;and water
D)Pasta,marinara (tomato)sauce with clams,house salad with vegetables,Italian bread with butter,and wine

Question 6

Which statement best describes nutrient density?

A)Choose a number of different foods within any given food group rather than the "same old thing."
B)Consume a variety of foods from MyPlate's five major food groups every day.
C)Plan your entire day's diet so that you don't overconsume nutrient sources.
D)Consume foods that have the most nutrients when compared to their kilocalories.

Question 7

Measurements of height,weight,body circumferences,and body fat are called

A)sonography.
B)electrocardiography.
C)radiography.
D)anthropometry.

Question 8

Which term describes failing health that results from a long-standing dietary intake that is inadequate to meet nutritional needs?

A)Desirable nutrition
B)Balanced nutrition
C)Undernutrition
D)Inferior nutrition

Question 9

An adult who follows a 2000-kcal Healthy U.S.-Style Eating Pattern should consume ______ cups of milk or milk equivalents per day.

A)1
B)2
C)3
D)4

Question 10

A food label states that a serving of a particular product provides 20 percent of the Daily Value for fat.This means that

A)when you eat a serving of this product,you will be getting one-fifth of the RDA for fat.
B)a serving of this product provides about 13 grams of fat.
C)this product is not a good choice to achieve your nutritional needs.
D)fat makes up 20% of the weight of the food product.

Question 11

The term "Daily Value" on a food label refers to

A)a generic standard set at or close to the highest RDA value or related nutrient standard.
B)RDAs.
C)minimum requirements.
D)AIs.

Question 12

Which of the following nutrient standards is referenced on the Nutrition Facts panel of a box of Cheerios™?

A)Recommended Dietary Allowance
B)Daily Value
C)Adequate Intake
D)Estimated Safe and Adequate Daily Dietary Intake

Question 13

Which statement best describes the healthful diet principle of moderation?

A)Choose a number of different foods within any given food group rather than the "same old thing."
B)Consume a variety of foods from MyPlate's five major food groups every day.
C)Pay attention to portion size and plan your entire day's diet so that you don't overconsume nutrient sources.
D)Consume foods that have the most nutrition for their kilocalories.

Question 14

Which of the following is true about the way we should eat to achieve good nutritional status?

A)Eat fruits and vegetables because we can get all the nutrients we need from these.
B)Do the best we can but take supplements to fill in the deficient areas.
C)Eat a wide variety of foods because no single natural food meets all human nutrient needs.
D)Eat only plant products because animal products are bad and generally filled with hormones for animal growth.

Question 15

According to MyPlate,food choices from the Grains group should include

A)an equal amount of whole grain and refined grain products.
B)at least half of the grain servings as whole grain cereals,breads,crackers,rice,or pasta every day.
C)only whole grain products.
D)a serving of grain products at each meal.

Question 16

Adequate Intakes (AI)

A)are established for nutrients for which there is not enough information to set RDAs.
B)are established for carbohydrate,total fat,and dietary fiber.
C)represent minimum nutrient needs.
D)are established for all vitamins and minerals.

Question 17

The RDAs are considered to be adequate to meet the known nutritional needs of

A)all persons except the very young and very old.
B)all persons except pregnant and lactating women.
C)nearly all healthy persons.
D)all persons diseased and healthy.

Question 18

One serving of Raisin Bran cereal contains 50 percent of the 18 mg Daily Value for iron.How much iron will one serving of your cereal provide?

A)5 mg
B)9 mg
C)15 mg
D)36 mg

Question 19

The RDA for iron is 18 milligrams per day.Tina usually consumes about 15 milligrams of iron per day.She is a healthy young woman with no condition that significantly increases her needs for iron.Which of the following statements is true about her consumption of this nutrient?

A)She is likely to be deficient in iron.
B)She will need to consume significantly more iron,above the RDA,to make up for her intake.
C)Only if her intake is consistently less than 70% of the RDA would she be at great risk of nutritional deficiency.
D)She couldn't possibly be getting enough iron for her needs.

Question 20

The acronym RDA stands for

A)Recommended Dietary Allowance.
B)Recommended Daily Allowance.
C)Required Dietary Allowance.
D)Required Daily Allowance.

Question 21

Nutrient density can be defined as the amount of

A)a particular nutrient in a serving of food divided by the number of kilocalories in that serving.
B)a particular nutrient in a serving of food divided by the number of grams of protein.
C)kilocalories in a food divided by the amount of kilocalories needed in a day.
D)a nutrient in a serving of food divided by the amount of the nutrient needed for that day.

Question 22

Which of the following is true about the use of MyPlate?

A)The guide applies to infants.
B)Milk and meat are essential to good nutrition.
C)Variety is the key to the plan.
D)The guide does not permit use of fats,oils,and sweets.

Question 23

Which of the following statements is consistent with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?

A)Choose a diet very low in fat and cholesterol.
B)Balance the calories you eat with physical activity.
C)Choose a diet with plenty of animal products,including milk and meats.
D)Eat an abundance of saturated fats.

Question 24

According to the Dietary Guidelines,Americans should adjust their dietary patterns to include more

A)milk,meat,and beans.
B)fruits,vegetables,low-fat milk,and whole grains.
C)grains,beans,and solid fats.
D)fruit juice,beans,and meat.

Question 25

EER refers to

A)a set of nutrient recommendations that includes RDAs,AIs,and ULs.
B)estimated calorie needs for the average person of a specific height,weight,age,gender,and physical activity pattern.
C)a person's actual calorie needs,as measured by calorimetry.
D)the level of dietary intake of a nutrient that is likely to meet the needs of nearly all healthy individuals in a particular life stage and gender group.

Question 26

The Dietary Guidelines emphasize

A)reduction of both total calories and physical activity.
B)reduction of total calories,sugar-sweetened beverages,saturated fat,and sodium.
C)increase in animal protein and refined grains.
D)increase in all types of dairy products.

Question 27

Looking at the ingredients list on a jar of spaghetti sauce,you see that olive oil is the second ingredient.This means that olive oil is

A)the second ingredient by alphabetical listing.
B)just one of the ingredients present in the sauce.
C)the second most abundant ingredient by weight.
D)the second most abundant ingredient by volume.

Question 28

Missy visits a doctor because she feels tired most of the time,is easily distracted,and feels chilled.As part of her examination,Missy has blood drawn to be tested for concentrations of nutrients and their by-products.This part of the examination is the

A)anthropometric assessment.
B)physical examination.
C)biochemical evaluation.
D)clinical examination.

Question 29

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend which of the following?

A)Limit calories from saturated fats and added sugars.
B)Consume two alcoholic beverages per day.
C)Eliminate oils and solid fats from the diet.
D)Decrease vegetable and fruit intake.

Question 30

Which of the following is not required on a Nutrition Facts panel?

A)The amount per serving of all vitamins and minerals for which there is an RDA
B)The serving size
C)Total kilocalories from fat per serving
D)Total fat,saturated fat,and cholesterol per serving

Question 31

An adult who follows a 2000-kcal Healthy U.S.-Style Eating Pattern should consume ______ ounce-equivalents from the Protein Foods group per day.

A)2 to 3
B)4
C)5.5
D)10

Question 32

Margaret,an elderly woman,needs to limit her kilocalorie intake without sacrificing needed nutrients.Keeping MyPlate in mind,which of the following could she do?

A)Eliminate carbohydrates.
B)Carefully select foods rich in nutrients but low in kilocalories.
C)Count kilocalories and not worry about the food groups.
D)Eliminate dairy foods.

Question 33

Which government agency is responsible for regulating most U.S.food labeling?

A)Food and Drug Administration
B)U.S.Department of Agriculture
C)Bureau of Alcohol,Tobacco,and Firearms
D)Center for Science in the Public Interest

Question 34

Which of the following is not a wise application of MyPlate?

A)Using low-fat and nonfat choices for milk and cheese
B)Including several servings of plant sources of protein per week
C)Using whole grain breads and cereals
D)Eliminating foods from the Fruits group to lose weight

Question 35

By law,which of the following food items must display a Nutrition Facts panel?

A)Box of granola bars
B)Navel oranges
C)Fresh catfish fillet
D)Fresh spinach

Question 36

Jeff,a world-class triathlete,visits a dietitian to obtain sports nutrition advice.During his visit,Jeff is asked to recall what he ate for the past 24 hours.Which part of a nutritional assessment is this?

A)Biochemical evaluation
B)Dietary assessment
C)Clinical examination
D)Menu planning

Question 37

The acronym DRI stands for

A)Dietary Required Intake.
B)Dietary Reference Intake.
C)Daily Required Intake.
D)Daily Reference Intake.

Question 38

When it comes to choosing fruit,the Dietary Guidelines recommend

A)avoiding fruit if you want to lose weight.
B)eating a variety of fruit-fresh,canned,or frozen.
C)including plenty of fruit juices for your fruit servings.
D)choosing only whole,fresh fruits.

Question 39

Mrs.Mitchell was hospitalized after being found unconscious in her home.A dietitian conducted a nutritional assessment,noting the general appearance of Mrs.Mitchell's skin,eyes,and tongue.Which part of the assessment is this?

A)Medical history
B)Diet history
C)Biochemical evaluation
D)Clinical examination

Question 40

Kate consumes 1,900 kilocalories each day.She requires 1,750 kilocalories to meet daily energy needs.Over time,Kate's kilocalorie consumption could lead to

A)undernutrition.
B)balanced nutrition.
C)overnutrition.

Question 41

The number of servings to consume from each MyPlate food group depends on a person's

A)height,weight,and waist circumference.
B)taste preferences.
C)age,gender,height,and weight.
D)frame size.

Question 42

Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans,released in 2008,advise a minimum of minutes per week of moderate-intensity physical activity for adults.

A)30
B)60
C)90
D)150

Question 43

According to the Dietary Guidelines,adults should _____ intake of fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products.

A)decrease
B)maintain current
C)increase

Question 45

The results of an observational study show that women who regularly take multivitamins tend to have healthier body weight.
Taking multivitamins causes weight loss.

Question 46

When there is insufficient research to determine the RDA for a nutrient,the ______,based on estimates of intakes that appear to maintain a defined nutritional state in a specific life stage,is the nutrient standard.

A)Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)
B)Daily Value (DV)
C)Adequate Intake (AI)
D)Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)

Question 47

A comparison of the kilocalorie content of a food to the weight of that food is

A)body density.
B)nutrient density.
C)diet quality.
D)energy density.

Question 49

According to MyPlate,eggs belong in the ______ group.

A)chicken
B)protein
C)grains
D)dairy

Question 50

The Dietary Guidelines recommend limiting intake of ______ to less than 10% of calories.

A)saturated fatty acids
B)total fat
C)essential fatty acids
D)trans fatty acids

Question 52

The Mediterranean Diet Pyramid represents the dietary patterns of people from parts of the Mediterranean region that enjoy

A)the lowest recorded rates of chronic diseases.
B)the highest intake of saturated fat.
C)the lowest adult life expectancy.
D)the lowest intake of carbohydrates.

Question 53

The food grouping guidelines most recently released from the United States government are called

A)The Food Guide Pyramid.
B)The Basic Four Food Groups.
C)MyPyramid.
D)MyPlate.

Question 54

RDAs are not used in food labeling because

A)they are age- and gender-specific.
B)they are too generic.
C)there are too many of them.
D)their values are set too high.

Question 55

Which government agency is responsible for most U.S.food labeling?

A)FDA
B)IOM
C)USDA
D)EPA

Question 56

Two tablespoons (tbsp)of salad dressing,peanut butter,or margarine is about the size of a

A)yoyo.
B)baseball.
C)tennis ball.
D)golf ball.

Question 57

In order to make healthful and logical nutrition decisions,beware of

A)testimonials about personal experience.
B)reputable publication sources.
C)registered dietitian nutritionists.
D)evidence from other scientific studies.

Question 58

In order to ensure adequate intake of nutrients,choose vegetables

A)that have no preservatives.
B)that are organic.
C)from all five vegetable subgroups.
D)from local farms.

Question 59

Which of the following is a major contributor of empty calories in American diets?

A)Sugar-sweetened beverages
B)Diet soft drinks
C)Canned fruits
D)Whole grain breakfast cereals