INMAN DOMAIN 1 QUESTIONS
10. A #10 can holds how many cups of product? a. 10 b. 13 c. 12 d. 5
13
108. Food service employees should wash their hands for at least: a. 30 seconds b. 25 seconds d. 20 seconds c. 15 seconds
20 seconds
198. Infants should be given solid foods at: a. 4-6 months b. 3-4 months c. 2-4 months d. 6-8 months
4-6 months
17. Considering the following smoke points of various fats, which would be the best to use for frying? a. 300 'F b. 325 'F c. 375 'F d. 400 'F
400 'F
162. How many mEq of sodium are in 1 gram of sodium? a. 25 b. 43 c. 65 d. 110
43
289. In a normal curve, what % of data falls between +1 and -1 standard deviation? a. 52 b. 93 c. 35 d. 68
68
282. Which of the following responses by a counselor indicates "reflections" ? a. "Yes, you can do that." b. "You said, 'You want to lose weight?'" c. "Explain what you mean by that, please." d. "I can help you."
"You said, 'You want to lose weight?'"
333. Which of the following nonessential amino acids may be considered conditionally essential and catabolic stress such as heart failure? a. Arginine b. Asparagine c. Proline d. Leucine
Arginine
303. An example of formative evaluation is: a. IQ test b. RD exam c. Pretest quiz d. Comparative evaluation
Pretest quiz
332. A typical meal of a pregnant teenager consists of a hamburger, french fries, and diet soda. Which of the following changes would be most beneficial? a. Substitute fresh vegetables for french fries b. Substitute a milkshake for diet soda c. Add fresh fruit to the meal d. Add another hamburger
Substitute a milkshake for diet soda
328. When is breast-feeding contraindicated? a. When the mother is underweight b. When the mother has hyperlipidemia c. When the mother has a breast infection d. When the mother has AIDS
When the mother has AIDS
229. The amount of ceruloplasmin is affected by what disease? a. Addison's disease b. Pheochromocytoma c. Cushing's syndrome d. Wilson's disease
Wilson's disease
182. Strict vegans may need supplements of: a. chromium b. zinc c. iron d. thiamin
Zinc
197. Which of the following is true? a. Fructose has sucrose b. Fructose is less concentrated than glucose c. Fructose take longer to digest than glucose d. Fructose is sweeter than glucose
Fructose is sweeter than glucose
279. If you measure a group before and after treatment to see whether or not there has been a significant change, the study design is: a. Experimental b. Quasi experimental c. Descriptive d. Qualitative
Quasi experimental
139. Margarine has fatty acids in this order of predominance: a. PUFA, MUFA, SFA b. SAT, MUFA, PUFA c. MUFA, SAT, PUFA d. MUFA, PUFA, SAT
PUFA, MUFA, SFA
15. Which is the best flour when making cakes? a. graham flour b. all-purpose flour c. whole wheat flour c. durum wheat flour
all-purpose flour
82. What causes egg yolk color to change? a. alteration in the feed provided b. storage length c. shell color d. storage conditions
alteration in the feed provided
156. Nitrites added to cured meats may cause: a. a slightly salty taste b. a slightly sour taste c. a slight pink color d. a slightly brown color
a slight pink color
189. An angel food cake is make without cream of tarter. What is the result? a. a yellowy cake b. a bright white cake c. a cake with large volume d. a very tender cake
a yellowy cake
276. When counseling an anorexic, the best advice is to: a. be real strict in their food choices b. be flexible and help them choose reasonable goals c. provide a large variety of menu items d. give them free rein with their intake
be flexible and help them choose reasonable goals
128. If you are on a low phosphorus diet, what food should you most avoid? a. yogurt b. orange juice c. beef d. bread
beef
96. Which cooking method would best convert collagen to gelatin in bottom round roast? a. grilling it to medium rare b. braising c. broiling d. searing
braising
93. Examples of moist heat cooking include: a. braising, stewing b. grilling, frying c. broiling, braising d. steaming, frying
braising, stewing
34. Glycogenolysis is the: a. catabolism of carbohydrate b. creation of glucose from glycerol and amino acids c. breakdown of glycogen releasing glucose d. creation of glycogen
breakdown of glycogen releasing glucose
175. Which of the following is a digestive enzyme secreted by the pancreas? a. pepsin b. amylase c. lactase d. maltase
amylase
54. Which enzymes are secreted by the pancreas? a. amylase, lipase, cholesterol esterase, trypsin, chymotrypsin b. sucrose, maltase, lactase, aminopeptidase c. ptyallin d. aminopeptidase, dipeptidase
amylase, lipase, cholesterol esterase, trypsin, chymotrypsin
211. Which of the following will stabilize the egg in a recipe? a. a base b. an acid c. sugar d. salt
an acid
27. Which of the following stabilizes an egg white foam? a. an acid b. water c. flour d. milk
an acid
210. In the quasi-experimental design "time-series", there is: a. a series of control groups b. no control groups c. an experimental and a control group d. a placebo group
an experimental and a control group
287. The statement "After class, the patient will be able to write a day's menu following the guidelines" is.... a. a goal b. an objective c. a plan d. a research hypthesis
an objective
40. In the human, vitamin K is affected by: a. anticoagulants and antibodies b. iodine c. water-soluble vitamins d. gluten
anticoagulants and antibodies
238. Cross-sectional studies: a. Describe pass events and conditions b. Are useful in predicting future events c. are a snap-shot look at one point in time d. Measure before and after an intervention occurs
are a snap-shot look at one point in time
240. What should you do with a new client who sits scowling at you during the session? a. presume she understands what you are saying b. ask her if she is uncomfortable about the session c. recognize that new clients are seldom relaxed d. presume that she just would rather be somewhere else
ask her if she is uncomfortable about the session
244. Before you teach a class on nutrition, you should: a. research all current materials at the library b. read a current nutrition textbook c. take a survey to determine what they are interested in d. assess the student's current nutrition knowledge
assess the student's current nutrition knowledge
298. A focus group contributes what data? a. analytical b. experimental c. attitudinal d. objective
attitudinal
155. A muffin has long tunnels from top to bottom. Next time you make this recipe you should: a. add more baking soda b. avoid over-mixing the batter c. add less butter d. cook it for a shorter time
avoid over-mixing the batter
204. The flour with the most starch is: a. cake b. whole wheat c. instantized d. durum
cake
18. Which minerals are involved in carbohydrate metabolism? a. cobalt, zinc b. chromium, zinc c. copper, chromium d. iron, zinc
chromium, zinc
61. Dietary fats enter the blood as ______ and leave the liver as _______. a. phospholipids, chylomicrons b. chylomicrons, phospholipids c. chylomicrons, lipoproteins d. liproproteins, chylomicrons
chylomicrons, lipoproteins
28. Winterized oil is: a. cloudy when refrigerated b. clear when refrigerated c. cloudy when stored for long periods of time d. clear only if kept at room temperature
clear when refrigerated
91. Which oil is highest in saturated fat? a. coconut b. palm c. cocoa butter d. butter
coconut
307. Following counseling, a client is able to plan a low sodium diet. The learning domain is: a. affective b. cognitive c. psychomotor d. psychosocial
cognitive
178. What must be fortified with folic acid? a. skim milk b. cornmeal c. orange juice d. canned vegetables
cornmeal
320. Of the following oils, which is the highest in vitamin E? a. safflower b. corn c. cottonseed d. olive
cottonseed
288. To determine the reading level of a text: a. count the number of words more than 1 syllable b. count the number of paragraphs c. count the average number of letters in the words d. count the number of sentences in a paraphraph
count the number of words more than 1 syllable
32. Gluconeogenesis is the: a. catabolism of carbohydrate b. creation of glucose from glycerol and amino acids c. breakdown of glycogen releasing glucose d. creation of glycogen
creation of glucose from glycerol and amino acids
149. The Schilling test detects defects in the absorption of: a. fatty acids b. cyanocobalamin c. pyridoxine d. iron
cyanocobalamin (B12)
184. Frozen chicken has been thawed in warm water. You should: a. prepare it immediately b. discard it c. refreeze it d. refrigerate it
discard it
251. Where would this be placed in a research article: "most of the changes seen were probably due to..." a. introduction b. discussion c. results d. summary
discussion
56. NADPH is: a. essential in the synthesis of fatty acids b. essential in the synthesis of glycogen c. involved in the catabolism of protein d. essential in transamination
essential in the synthesis of fatty acids
277. After you review the patient's medical record, the first step in counseling is: a. assess the patient's nutritional status b. collect all relevant data c. establish a climate of trust d. establish an overall evaluation plan for the patient
establish a climate of trust
212. A natural plant hormone that is used to ripen fruits is: a. methanol b. ethylene c. acetyl acid d. ethanol
ethylene
30. In the fed state, the brain uses which nutrient as a source of energy? a. fatty acid b. lactic acid c. glucose d. ketone bodies
glucose
140. Lactic acid is produced by: a. glycolysis b. gluconeogenesis c. glycogenesis d. lactolysis
glycolysis
195. Which of the following has the most bacteria? a. roast chicken b. ground beef c. roast veal d. roast pork
ground beef
117. Apples stored in a controlled environment would: a. ripen quickly b. last one to two years c. have extended life and improved marketing quality d. only be used as processed fruit
have extended life and improved marketing quality
304. The lecture: a. increases teacher-student involvement b. is student-oriented c. reinforces material presented d. provides the most material covered in a short time
provides the most material covered in a short time
52. Protein digestion begins in the: a. mouth b. stomach c. small intestine d. ileum
stomach
73. Which foods should be washed just before serving? a. plums and grapes b. peaches and carrots c. strawberries and mushrooms d. applies and celery
strawberries and mushrooms
3. Which recipe ingredient should be adjusted if a cake has a crunchy crust and compact moist texture? a. milk b. flour c. sugar d. baking powder
sugar
161. If energy needs increase, which vitamins are needed in higher amounts? a. A, C, folate b. A, C, thiamin c. thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid d. pyridoxine, cyanocobalamin
thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid
6. The end products of cellular oxidation are: a. water, carbon dioxide, energy b. carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen c. indigestible fiber, nitrogen d. monosaccharides, amino acids, energy
water, carbon dioxide, energy
109. Metabolites of the Kreb's cycle are: a. water, energy, carbon dioxide b. energy and pyruvic acid c. electrolytes and water d. lactic acid and glycogen
water, energy, carbon dioxide
120. A serum sodium level of 150 mEq/L is a sign of: a. very high sodium intake b. very low sodium intake c. hyponatremia d. hypernatremia
hypernatremia
290. The statement "this further shows daily weighing is an effective weight loss tool" should be placed in which section of the research report a. implications b. results c. analysis d. methodology
implications
115. Cabbage should be cooked: a. covered b. in a small amount of water c. in a large quantity of water d. covered in a small amount of water
in a large quantity of water
213. Aseptically packaged milk should be stored: a. in dry storage b. in the refrigerator c. in the freezer d. below 40 degrees
in dry storage
55. Which conversion requires glucose-6-phosphatase? a. glucose into liver glycogen b. glucose into pyruvic acid c. pyruvic acid into lactic acid d. liver glycogen into glucose
liver glycogen into glucose
49. Bile is produced in the ______ and stored in the ______. a. liver, gallbladder b. gallbladder, liver c. liver, liver d. gallbladder, gallbladder
liver, gallbladder
146. Patients with early signs of xerophthalmia should consume? a. chicken, fish, summer squash b. liver, milk, eggs c. oatmeal, almonds, berries d. high fiber cereals, salad greens
liver, milk, eggs
76. Which is not absorbed directly into portal blood? a. monosaccarhides b. amino acids c. medium chained fatty acids d. long chained fatty acids
long chained fatty acids
223. Acid-base abnormalities in an uncontrolled diabetic are likely due to: a. respiratory alkalosis b. metabolic acidosis c. respiratory acidosis d. metabolic alkalosis
metabolic acidosis
177. Dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia, pellagra are signs of a: a. riboflavin deficiency b. thiamin deficiency c. pyridoxine deficiency d. niacin deficiency
niacin deficiency
136. Cured meat is pink due to: a. sugar b. salt c. vinegar d. nitrites
nitrites
112. Which pasta contains egg? a. noodles b. spaghetti c. macaroni d. linguini
noodles
297. If there is no statistical difference between study groups, the hypothesis is: a. negative b. null c. even d. positive
null
64. Which of the following can be reversed with vitamin A? a. xerophthalmia b. nyctalopia c. Wilson's disease d. homocysteinuria
nyctalopia
236. A child is at the 95th percentile BMI for age. He is: a. normal b. obese c. overweight d. tall for his age
obese
252. You are asked to give an inservice to the staff. What should you do first? a. ask the what they want to learn b. read up on the subject c. observe the staff at work to identify problems d. see what other hospitals are teachings
observe the staff at work to identify problems
90. Which oil is highest in monounsaturated fatty acids? a. olive b. canola c. peanut d. sunflower
olive
125. Fats high in monounsaturated fatty acids include: a. olive and canola b. sunflower and corn c. coconut and palm d. soy and peanut
olive and canola
127. Green beans cooked in tomato sauce turn _____ due to _____. a. bight green; chlorophyllin b. olive green; phenophytin c. brown; carotenoids d. black; anthoxanthins
olive green; phenophytin
113. A patient who is iron-deficient should consume _____ with a good iron source. a. apple juice b. orange juice c. milk d. cheese
orange juice
48. Which would aid the absorption of an iron supplement? a. cow's milk, eggs b. orange juice, hamburger c. milk, eggs, cheese d, dates, eggs
orange juice, hamburger
86. The scientific process by which water makes lettuce crisp is: a. osmotic pressure of water-filled vacuoles b. diffusion c. transamination d. water active diffusion
osmotic pressure of water-filled vacuoles
137. A serum sodium level of 115 mEq/L may be due to: a. overhydration b. dehydration c. a very high sodium intake d.a sodium intake of 5.5 grams per day
overhydration
237. A child is at the 85th percentile for BMI. He is: a. overweight b. tall for his age c. muscular for his age d. normal weight
overweight
144. Energy expenditure of humans can be measured by: a. heat intake b. food intake c. nitrogen output d. oxygen consumption
oxygen consumption
222. Trypsin and chymotrypsin are: a. pancreatic enzymes that provide proteolytic action b. intestinal enzymes that digest starch c. liver hormones involved in fat digestion d. intestinal enzymes that digest protein
pancreatic enzymes that provide proteolytic action
246. Active listening in counseling sessions involves: a. probing into specific area of behavior b. empathizing c. selective perception d. paraphrasing and responding
paraphrasing and responding
41. Which hormone regulates calcium levels? a. insulin b. thyroid c. parathyroid c. aldosterone
parathyroid
69. Which has the lowest cholesterol content? a. peanut butter and crackers b. yogurt with fruit c. chocolate cake d. roast beef sandwich
peanut butter and crackers (vegetarian?)
20. The colon functions in the absorption of: a. amino acids, fatty acids b. unsaturated fatty acids, electrolytes c. water, salts, vitamin K, thiamin, robflavin d. glucose and fatty acids
water, salts, vitamin K, thiamin, robflavin
285. In behavior modification, the absence of reinforcement following an undesired behavior is referred to as: a. Avoidance learning b. Extinction c. Negative reinforcement d. Negative consequence
Extinction
75. If linoleic acid replaces carbohydrates in the diet: a. LDL decreases, HDL increases b. LDL and HDL decrease c. LDL and HDL increase d. LDL and HDL increase
LDL decreases, HDL increases
46. Food iron is in the _____ form. a. ferric b. ferritin c. transferrin d. ferrous
ferric
14. The best laboratory value to use in assessing iron status is: a. hemoglobin b. hematocrit c. ferritin d. serum iron
ferritin
47. Food iron is reduced in the stomach to the more absorbable form of: a. ferric b. ferrous c. transferrin d. ferritin
ferrous
264. At your first counseling session with a new patient you should: a. tell him you have to change his diet b. find out what he eats c. give him instruction materials d. teach him meal exchanges
find out what he eats
230. An edematous person may actually be dehydrated because: a. intravascular fluid is retained b. intravascular fluid is diluted c. fluid is retained intracellularly d. fluid is retained extracellularly
fluid is retained extracellularly
13. Research has shown that neural tube defects can be reduced with proper supplementation of: a. iron b. folic acid c. glutamine d. arginine
folic acid
166. If carbohydrate intake is increased, which vitamin needs to be increased? a. thiamin b. niacin c. riboflavin d. pyridoxine
thiamin
26. An increased plasma pyruvate level is an indication of: a. iron deficiency b. riboflavin deficiency c. excess carbohydrate ingestion d. thiamin deficiency
thiamin deficiency
141. Which of the following amino acids is a precursor for serotonin? a. phenylalanine b. methionine c. tryptophan d. tyrosine
tryptophan
23. An amino acid that cannot be produced by the body is: a. alanine b. glycine c. tyrosine d. tryptophan
tryptophan
66. Which amino acids must be present in parenteral solution? a. valine, leucine, glycine, alanine b. tryptophan, phenylalanine, threonine, isoleucine c. phenylalanine, methionine, arginine, tyrosine d. lysine, glutamic acid, alanine, glycine
tryptophan, phenylalanine, threonine, isoleucine
150. Which of the following should be avoided on a low sodium diet? a. pork loin b. turkey roll c. beef sirloin d. lamb chop
turkey roll
8. The flakiness of pie crust depends on: a. type of fat b. oxidation of fat c. temperature of the fat d. oven temperature
type of fat
157. Phenylalanine is precursor for: a. serotonin b. catecholamines c. tryptophan d. tyrosine
tyrosine
85. When a white sauce tastes starchy and grainy, the likely cause is: a. too much starch b. improper proportions of ingredients c. starch was added before the fat melted d. uncooked flour
uncooked flour
116. To decrease sodium intake, substitute: a. carrots for celery b. unsalted margarine for regular margarine c. diet margarine for regular margarine d. carrots for pepper
unsalted margarine for regular margarine
185. When substituting butter for lard in pastry: a. use the same amount b. use less c. use more d. use less and decrease the water content
use more
206. Homemade rolls are crumbly and fall apart easily. The most likely cause of the poor texture in the yeast bread is: a. use of a high-protein flour b. use of a lower-protein flour c. insufficient proofing time d. excessive proofing time
use of a lower-protein flour
233. What is the best way to reduce the fat content in a brownie recipe? a. use margarine instead of butter b. cut out all the fat c. cut out half the fat d. use prune puree in place of half the fat
use prune puree in place of half the fat
202. When taking an anticoagulant, avoid the following: a. thiamin supplements b. vitamin E supplements above 400 IU per day c. supplements of calcium and vitamin D d. niacin supplements
vitamin E supplements above 400 IU per day
295. Which is the dependent variable? a. leavening b. storage days c. volume d. oven temperature
volume
271. What is the mean of the following set of numbers? 3, 2, 2 a. 3 b. 2.3 c. 3.2 d. 2.5
2.3
221. Fresh eggs in the shell can be stored in a refrigerator at 40 degrees for: a. 3 weeks b. 2 weeks c. 10 days d. 4 - 6 days
3 weeks
321. Water soluble nutrients are absorbed through: a. Active transport b. Simple diffusion c. Carrier facilitated passive diffusion d. Inactive transport
Carrier facilitated passive diffusion
262. A five month old infant has changed from these 65th to the 95th percentile in weight for height. The dietitian should first: a. Suggest the infant receives more solid foods b. Change the feeding formula c. Check to see if weights have been plotted in properly d. increase the amount of formula provided
Check to see if weights have been plotted in properly
257. Which denotes a high correlation? a. .2 b. .4 c. .6 d. .8
.8
250. Which exhibits a definite positive correlation? a. .05 - .07 b. 1.2 - 1.3 c. 0.8 - 1.0 d. 0.2 - 0.9
0.8 - 1.0
22. How much fluid is lost through insensible losses? a. 0.5 liters b. 1 liter c. 2 liters d. 3 - 4 liters
1 liter
119. Which would you give to a person who is mildly hypokalemic? a. 1 cup blueberries b. 1 cup cranberries c. 1/2 cup applesauce d. 1 piece cantaloupe
1 piece cantaloupe
152. The toxic level of vitamin A has been identified as: a. 5000 IU b. 10000 IU c. 15000 IU d. 20000 IU
10000 IU
153. How many oranges are needed to produce one quart of juice a. 12 b. 15 c. 18 d. 20
12
200. What is the recommended weight gain pregnancy for a woman with a BMI of 28? a. 25-35 lbs b. 28-40 lbs c. 15-25 lbs d. 11-20 lbs
15-25 lbs
219. Normal saline has ______ mEq sodium/L. a. 154 b. 100 c. 50 d. 200
154
330. BMI for age percentiles start at age: a. 24 months b. 36 months c. 48 months d. Five years
24 months
174. A food item provides 45 grams of carbs, 10 grams of protein, 10 grams of fat. What percent of total calories comes from fat? a. 34% b. 29% c. 23% d. 20%
29%
261. A study showed the morbidity of children with anemia to be 5:1000. This means: a. 5 children out of 1000 died of anemia b. 5 children out of 1000 had anemia c. 1000 children had anemia d. 1000 children died of anemia
5 children out of 1000 had anemia
171. What percent of protein and fat converts to glucose? a. 58% protein, 10% fat b. 10% protein, 60% fat c. 30% protein, 30% fat d. 20% protein, 40% fat
58% protein, 10% fat
293. What ready level is appropriate for written materials for a population with low literacy skills? a. 4th grade b. 6th grade c. 8th grade d. 9th grade
6th grade
39. The formula for producing the active form of vitamin D is: a. vitamin D3 converting into 7-dehydrocholesterol b. ergosterol converting into calciferol c. cholesterol converting into calciferol d. 7-dehydrocholesterol converting into cholecalciferol
7-dehydrocholesterol converting into cholecalciferol
227. Looking at the following data, what is this person's total insensible fluid loss? Input (ml) Output (ml) Oral fluids 1800 Urine 1900 Solid fluids 800 Intestinal 250 Metabolic water 250 Lungs and skin 700 Total 2850 Total 2850 a. 700 ml b. 950 ml c. 1900 ml d. 2850 ml
700 ml
292. What reading level is appropriate for educational material for the general population? a. 4th grade b. 5th grade c. 8th grade d. 10th grade
8th grade
123. The level of significance of test results is measured using the p value. Which of the following represents the most significant factor? a. <0.0002 b. <0.002 c. <0.02 d. <0.20
<0.0002
316. During motivational interviewing the question "Do you think you can try this?" is: a. An affirmation b. A reflection c. An open ended question d. An exploration
An open ended question
260. In a study of the effects of following a low fat diet on the incidence of breast cancer, women were randomize to follow either their usual dietary pattern, or a low fat diet. The study design is: a. Descriptive research b. Analytical research c. Cross sectional d. Qualitative research
Analytical research
255. The first step in developing a training program is to: a. assess the needs of the group b. review programs offered by other facilities c. provide the trainer with detailed instructions d. estimate approximate length of time needed to complete training
Assess the needs of the group
310. At which step in the educational process do you begin evaluation? a. Assessment b. Planning c. Implementation d. Evaluation
Assessment
325. A serum calcium level of 11.5 mg/dl Will bring on a release of: a. Parathormone from the parathyroid gland b. Calcitonin from the thyroid glands c. Calcium d. Calcium binding protein from the intestine
Calcitonin from the thyroid glands
323. The two most abundant minerals in the body are: a. Zinc and chromium b. Calcium and zinc c. Iron and calcium d. Calcium and phosphorus
Calcium and phosphorus
114. A serum sodium level of 150 mEq/L indicates: a. sepsis b. dehydration c. hypertension d. hyperglycemia
DEHYDRATION
306. Which is the best way to teach food service workers to prepare a full liquid diet: a. Show a video of the process b. Have them prepared following a recipe c. Provide and review detailed, written instructions d. Demonstrate the process, then watch them prepare it
Demonstrate the process, then watch them prepare it
335. Implementing the baby friendly hospital initiative begins with: a. Advertising the initiative to members of the community b. Developing the plan c. Conducting in-service training for all disciplines involved d. Recruit social service agencies to assist in informing the public
Developing the plan
305. How can you encourage preschool children to eat more fruits and vegetables? a. Have them participate in preparing fruits and vegetables b. Have the draw pictures of fruits and vegetables c. Give examples of good choices using a slide show d. Give examples of good choices using pictures
Have them participate in preparing fruits and vegetables
326. A neonate at birth was at the 75th percentile for weight for age. At six months he appears healthy and was at the 60th percentile weight for age. This indicates that: a. He has a low caloric intake b. He is experiencing normal growth c. He may have protein-energy malnutrition d. Birth measurements were incorrect
He is experiencing normal growth
170. French fries made from stored potatoes would have changes in: I. taste II. appearance III. texture a. I, II, III b. II, III c. I d. I, III
I, II, III
111. Which of the following substitutions will most decrease the sodium content of a biscuit? I. Low sodium milk for whole milk II. Egg substitute for egg III. Low sodium baking powder for baking powder a. I b. I, II c. all of the above d. I, III
I, III
319. To estimate the needs in the critically ill use: a. Harris Benedict b. Mifflin St. Jeor c. BMR d. Indirect calorimetry
Indirect calorimetry
331. Pale conjunctivae is associated with a deficiency of: a. Vitamin C b. Vitamin D c. Zinc d. Iron
Iron
327. To determine whether your client has applied your suggestions on decreasing his fat intake, ask him to: a. Name a few foods that should be consumed infrequently b. Name four foods to avoid c. List the foods he has consumed over the past three days d. Select an appropriate breakfast from a menu
List the foods he has consumed over the past three days
300. Compared to whole milk, breastmilk is a. Higher in protein and fat, lower in carbohydrate b. Lower in protein, higher in carbohydrate and fat c. Lower and protein, carbohydrates, and fat d. Has the same nutrient composition
Lower in protein, higher in carbohydrate and fat
318. To estimate are REE in normal weight in obese individuals use: a. Harris Benedict b. Mifflin St. Jeor c. BMR d. Indirect calorimetry
Mifflin St. Jeor
94. Dry heat cookery should be used for which cut of meat? a. shoulder b. neck c. brisket d. near the backbone
NEAR THE BACKBONE
329. Prior to conducting a healthy eating class to local residents, assess their: a. Medical histories b. Physical activity levels c. Readiness to make lifestyle changes d. Occupations and lifestyle
Readiness to make lifestyle changes
311. The dietitian says to the client: "I hear you say that on some days you just cannot stay with the plan. Is that right?" This is: a. A statement of affirmation b. An open ended question c. A reassuring response d. Reflective listening
Reflective listening
336. Cheilosis, stomatitis, and a magenta tongue are signs of a: a. Riboflavin deficiency b. Niacin deficiency c. Thiamin deficiency d. Biotin deficiency
Riboflavin deficiency
138. Butter has fatty acids in this order of predominance: a. PUFA, MUFA, SFA b. SAT, MUFA, PUFA c. MUFA, SAT, PUFA d. MUFA, PUFA, SAT
SAT, MUFA, PUFA
294. The formula that counts the number of polysyllabic words in text to calculate the reading level is the: a. SMOG index b. BACM index c. Smith Reading index d. Text Index
SMOG index
274. Which would provide the best source of omega-3 fatty acids? a. Walnuts, flaxseed b. Tuna, cod c. Sardines, herring, mackerel d. Canola oil
Sardines, herring, mackerel
278. ANOVA is used when: a. Several products compete against one another b. Comparing two similar products c. Testing whether results can be generalized to a larger group d. Testing well there's a difference between two groups is real
Several products compete against one another
317. A statement of affirmation and motivational interviewing would be: a. Taking a walk during your lunch hour shows how determined you are b. I would like you to try to reduce your portion sizes at dinner c. Perhaps eating lunch away from your desk would be helpful d. Try to increase your intake of fruits and vegetables
Taking a walk during your lunch hour shows how determined you are
269. The best indicator that children applied knowledge from a nutrition education program about vitamin D is: a. Their parents know about the sources of vitamin D b. The children can name good sources of vitamin D c. The children request for more snacks with vitamin D d. The children know the reasons for including the vitamin
The children request for more snacks with vitamin D
214. The sensitivity of a screening tool evaluates: a. The proportion of non-afflicted individuals identified as non-afflicted b. The consistency or reproducibility of test results c. The proportion of afflicted individuals who tested positive d. The amount of variation that occurs randomly within the population
The proportion of afflicted individuals who tested positive
205. In interpreting correlation data, if the R value is greater than 1: a. The relationship is strong b. The result is not valid c. The relationship is weak d. It is within one standard deviation
The result is not valid
324. Increased plasma primary is an indication of a: a. Riboflavin deficiency b. Thiamine deficiency c. Pyridoxine deficiency d. Iron deficiency
Thiamine deficiency
199. Which of the following is a grade for fresh produce? a. US Select b. US Grade A c. US No. 1 d. US Standard
US No. 1
74. Which government agency inspects and grades meat? a. FDA b. DHHS c. USDA d. Department of Commerce
USDA
103. Nitrogen equilibrium is associated with: a. a 25 year old pregnant female b. a 25 year old male c. a 15 year old girl d. a 4 year old child
a 25 year old male
11. If you replace half and half with whipping cream in ice cream, the effects on the ice crystals will be: a. an increase in size because there is less fat b. a decrease in size because there is more fat c. no change d. an increase in size because there is more fat
a decrease in size because there is more fat
121. To increase potassium intake, consume a snack of: a. cheese and crackers, plums, cranberry juice b. a bagel, milk and an apple c. a grilled cheese and tomato sandwich and strawberries d. tuna salad, a wheat roll, and cola
a grilled cheese and TOMATO sandwich and strawberries
275. Synergistics is: a. two people working together b. two people working in separate areas c. a person working alone d. a group of people working together to solve a problem
a group of people working together to solve a problem
38. A provitamin is: a. a nutrient that can be converted into a vitamin b. a vitamin that can be converted into a nutrient c. the endogenous form of a vitamin d. a man-made copy of a vitamin
a nutrient that can be converted into a vitamin
176. Sugar tenderizes a baked good by: a. absorbing some of the water that gluten needs b. increasing the strength of the gluten c. increasing the action of the leavening agent d. starting gluten development
absorbing some of the water that gluten needs
160. Carbohydrate, fat and protein are all converted into: a. pyruvic acid b. acetyl CoA c. oxaloacetic acid d. ketoglutamic acid
acetyl CoA
196. What is the product of pyruvate breakdown? a. acetyl CoA b. glycogen c. NADPH d. glucose-6-phosphate
acetyl CoA
62. The oxidation of fatty acids forms: a. acetyl CoA b. pyruvic acid c. lactic acid d. oxaloacetate
acetyl CoA
143. If there is not enough oxaloacetic acid available to the TCA cycle: a. pyruvic acid cannot be converted to acetyl CoA b. glucose-6-phosphate cannot be converted to pyretic acid c. acetyl CoA coming in from fat cannot be handled properly d. glycogen cannot be converted back to glucose-6-phosphate
acetyl CoA coming in from fat cannot be handled properly
169. A food is bacteria-safe if it is: a. neutral and moist b. neutral and dry c. acidic and dry d. acidic and moist
acidic and dry
67. Iron absorption is enhanced by: a. acidic chyme in the duodenum b. the alkalinity of the duodenum c. oxalates and phyates d. the abscence of ascorbic acid
acidic chyme in the duodenum
59. Glucocorticoids are: a. thyroid hormones b. pituitary hormones c. adrenal hormones d. parathyroid hormones
adrenal hormones
245. You are explaining to a new client how making a few changes in his few choices of benefit his overall health. The learning domain is: a. psychomotor b. cognitive d. affective d. human
affective
308. A client says: "I want to change my eating habits." You ask why. The learning domain is: a. affective b. cognitive c. psychomotor d. psychosocial
affective
165. Which amino acid is especially glucogenic? a. alanine b. theonine c. valine d. methionine
alanine
43. Which of the following are synthesized by intestinal bacteria? a. biotin, pantothenic acid, vitamin K b. vitamin E, vitamin K, biotin c. pyridoxine, vitamin E d. ascorbic acid, pyridoxine, vitamin K
biotin, pantothenic acid, vitamin K
70. What is the difference between cake flour and bread flour? a. cake flour has less gluten, weaker gluten, less protein b. bread flour has less gluten, weaker gluten less flour c. cake flour has weaker gluten, but has more protein d. bread flour has stronger gluten and less protein
cake flour has less gluten, weaker gluten, less protein
106. Which of the following is true regarding flour? a. all-purpose flour is made from soft wheat b. all-purpose flour has more protein than bread flour c. cake flour has the least and the weakest gluten d. cake flour has less starch than bread flour
cake flour has the least and the weakest gluten
105. Which mineral is involved in blood clotting? a. calcium b. phosphorus c. iron d. selenium
calcium
164. A good source of vitamin A for pre-school children would be: a. grapes b. watermelon c. cantaloupe pieces d. banana
cantaloupe pieces
5. Which pigment does not change color in an acid or an alkaline solution? a. anthocyanin b. chlorophyll c. carotene d. flavones
carotene
228. Which pigment can be converted into a vitamin? a. chlorophyll b. carotenoids c. anthocyanin d. anthoxanthins
carotenoids
194. If you are comparing the prevalence of heart disease in two states. the study design is: a. analytical research b. case-control research c. descriptive research d. quasi-experimental
case-control research
33. Glycolysis is the: a. catabolism of carbohydrate b. creation of glucose from glycerol and amino acids c. breakdown of glycogen releasing glucose d. creation of glycogen
catabolism of carbohydrate
258. Th mean is a measure of: a. a normal curve b. central tendency c. a frequency curve d. a straight line
central tendency
130. An 8 month old baby contracts botulism. What is the likely cause? a. cereal and evaporated milk b. cereal and honey c. cereal and table food d. cereal and fruit juice
cereal and honey
118. The following oils can be winterized: a. corn, soy, cottonseed b. olive, corn, soy c. cottonseed, olive d. olive, corn
corn, soy, cottonseed
242. A study design that tracks the occurrence of infections in patients who are nutritional risk and in the hospital for longer than seven days is: a. A cohort study b. A time series method c. A case control study d. Descriptive research
cohort study
97. Which method of bread-making is not as dependent on the length of time the dough sits to rise? a. straight dough method b. sponge dough method c continuous method c. prime bake method
continuous method
50. Cholecystokinin causes: a. contraction of the gallbladder b. peristalsis c. secretion of pancreatic juice d. contraction of the liver
contraction of the gallbladder
225. Kidneys help control pH by: a. excreting sodium and calcium b. controlling the ratio of hydrogen ions to bicarbonate excretion c. excreting carbon dioxide and carbonic acid d. excreting NADPH
controlling the ratio of hydrogen ions to bicarbonate excretion
60. Glucocorticoids: a. convert glucose into protein b. convert fatty acids into glucose c. convert glucose into fat d. convert protein into glucose
convert protein into glucose
193. What is the best way to cook a roast? a. sear the meat first, roast at 400 'F b. cook slowly in the oven at 325 'F c. cook it at 400 'F for 10 minutes, then at 350 'F d. brown the meat, then cook it at 350 'F
cook slowly in the oven at 325 'F
209. The greatest effect on the yield of meat cooked to a uniform internal temperature is produced by the: a. type of oven and source of the heat b. weight of meat and the oven temp c. degree of tempering and the grade of meat d. cooking time and the oven temperature
cooking TIME and the oven TEMPERATURE
148. Which mineral is absorbed through the intestine and transported with ceruloplasmin in the blood? a. copper b. iodine c. sodium d. calcium
copper
172. Excess amounts of zinc may lead to a deficiency of: a. copper b. magnesium c. iron d. cobalt
copper
217. In the alanine cycle, alanine is released from muscle, taken up by the liver, and: a. excreted in the urine b. deaminated to release glucose c. converted into adipose d. oxidized to nitric acid
deaminated to release glucose
42. Pyridoxine acts as a coenzyme in: a. iron transfer b. deamination and transamination c. fat transfer through the lymphatic system d. osmotic pressure of body fluids
deamination and transamination
188. Adding bran to a bread recipe will: a. increase the volume b. decrease the volume c. require an increase in oven temperature d. require a decrease in oven temperature
decrease the volume
220. An amylase deficiency would result in: a. decreased gluconeogenesis b. decreased lipolysis c. decreased glycolysis d. decreased proteolysis
decreased glycolysis
92. Which of the following may result in metabolic acidosis? a. decreased retention of bicarbonate b. decreased retention of hydrogen c. decreased retention of chloride d. increased retention of bicarbonate
decreased retention of bicarbonate
231. When a-linoleic acid is substituted for saturated fatty acids in the diet, the results will be: a. increased HDL, reduced LDL b. decreased triglycerides, lower total cholesterol c. decreased triglycerides, little change in total cholesterol d. lower HDL, increased LDL
decreased triglycerides, little change in total cholesterol
334. Which of the following would be most productive when conducting a workshop for teenage mothers about their portion sizes for feeding toddlers? a. role-playing b. lecture c. discussion d. demonstration
demonstration
314. When providing nutrition education to a pregnant teenager, which characteristic of adolescents should be kept in mind? a. interested in planning for the future b. responds more to emotional stimuli c. desire to be like their peers d. has well-defined self-image
desire to be like their peers
71. Vitamin A is involved in: a. growth and development b. blood clotting c. growth of bones and teeth d. development of tissue and skin
development of tissue and skin
299. An example of nominal (frequency) data is: a. temperature b. weight c. differentiate between men and women d. rank in class
differentiate between men and women
2. What is the process by which the water content of a vegetable is replaced by a concentrated salt solution? a. gelling b. osmosis c. diffusion d. retrogradation
diffusion
201. What gives the structure to quick breads? a. flour and milk b. flour and water c. egg and flour d. egg
egg and flour
131. Which is the best source of emulsification? a. eggs b. milk c. salt d. flour
eggs
101. Which of the following has the least amount of saturated fat? a. 2% milk b. half and half c. non-dairy creamer d. evaporated milk
evaporated milk
100. A cake with a fallen center may be the result of: a. too little fat b. too little sugar c. excess sugar and excess fat d. too little baking powder
excess sugar and excess fat
239. To determine whether promotional efforts have increased sales in a business, use: a. experimental b. observational c. survey d. segmentation
experimental
241. The absence of reinforcement following an undesirable behavior is: a. positive reinforcement b. punishment c. extinction d. avoidance
extinction
12. Fat produces more calories than carbohydrates because: a. fat has more carbon and hydrogen in relation to oxygen b. fat has less carbon and hydrogen in relation to oxygen c. fat is a larger molecule d. fat is a smaller molecule
fat has more carbon and hydrogen in relation to oxygen
80. Ketones are most associated with: a. complex carbohydrates b. simple sugars c. fats d. amino acids
fats
192. Which of the following combines CoA in two carbon fragments to make acetyl CoA to then enter the Krebs cycle to make energy? a. lactic acid b. fatty acids c. glucose d. fructose
fatty acids
45. Biotin is considered a coenzyme in the synthesis of: a. protein b. carbohydrate c. glycogen d. fatty acids
fatty acids
291. The statement "The county's infant mortality rate is 12.8, and the state's infant mortality rate is 10.5" means that: a. more infants died in the county than in the state b. for every 1000 live births in the county, 12.8 infants died c. two more infants died in the county than in the state d. 12.8% of the infants born in the country died before the age of 1 year
for every 1000 live births in the county, 12.8 infants died
7. Carbohydrates listed in order of decreasing sweetness are: a. fructose, glucose, sucrose, sorbitol b. sucrose, glucose, fructose, sorbitol c. fructose, sucrose, glucose, sorbitol d. sorbitol, fructose, sucrose, glucose
fructose, sucrose, glucose, sorbitol
226. Pernicious anemia is likely to occur following a: a. colectomy b. colostomy c. gastrectomy d. esophagostomy
gastrectomy
9. A group of rates being fed gelatin as the sole protein source are not growing well. What is the likely reason? a. gelatin has no tryptophan and is low in methionine and lysine b. gelatin has no methionine and is low in tryptophan c. gelatin has no lysine or methionine, and is low in tryptophan d. gelatin has no arginine
gelatin has no tryptophan and is low in methionine and lysine
309. What is the best way to assess what a group of students has learned after diet instructions? a. list their skills b. have them explain their skills c. have them demonstrate their skills c. post-test on their skills
have them demonstrate their skills
256. Which of the following is the most useful for evaluating long term nutrition in a community assessment program? a. height for age b. weight for height c. weight for age d. length for weight
height for age
312. An advantage of using focus groups to collect data is that they: a. help you generalize to large populations b. help the researcher understand participants' perspectives c. help participants stay focused on the people d. are inexpensive because many can be interviewed at once
help the researcher understand participants' perspectives
208. A commercial muffin mix is described as a "rich formula," which means it contains: a. high proportions of sugar and shortening b. high-fructose corn syrup instead of crystalline sugar c. high amounts of whey instead of nonfat dry milk solids d. more chemical leavening than is used in a "lean formula"
high proportions of sugar and shortening
29. What may cause EKG abnormalities? a. high serum potassium level b. low serum potassium level c. low serum sodium level d. high serum sodium level
high serum potassium level
249. When planning a program for rural elderly, which is the most important? a. the number of participants b. what you will serve c. where it will be held d. how they will get to you
how they will get to you
145. Gastric preteolysis requires: a. pyridoxine b. ascorbic acid c. hydrochloric acid d. the intrinsic factor
hydrochloric acid
133. A serum sodium level of 150 mEq/L may be due to: a. in increase in the intake of sodium-rich foods b. decreased steroid formation c. in increased level of aldosterone d. a decrease in the intake of sodium-rich foods
in increased level of aldosterone
183. The citric acid cycle occurs: a. in the cytoplasm of the cell and produces energy as ATP b. in the mitochondria and produces energy as ATP c. in the cytoplasm of the cell and produces pyruvic and lactic acids d. in the mitochondria and produces pyruvic and lactic acids
in the mitochondria and produces energy as ATP
191. Beef bottom round should be cooked: a. at a high temperature for a short time b. in water for an extended time c. in dry heat d. in moist heat for a short time
in water for an extended time
280. The number of individuals in a population diagnosed with a specific condition during a specified time is the: a. prevalence b. incidence c. rate of the conditions d. duration of the conditons
incidence
268. You will be introducing new methods of production to your staff. The most effective method would be to: a. include them during discussions of proposed methods b. introduce the new method quickly c. let them know it is a better process d. ask employees if they will go along with the decision
include them during discussions of proposed methods
159. Decreased levels of serotonin are associated with: a. decrease in carbohydrate appetite b. increase in carbohydrate appetite c. decreased sensation of taste d. increased sensation of taste
increase in carbohydrate appetite
77. When substituting buttermilk for whole milk in pastry: a. decrease the liquid b. increase the baking soda c. increase the amount of butter d. increase the amount of butter
increase the baking soda
173. When adding bran to a flour mixture, what should be changed? a. baking temperature b. increase the fat and liquid c. increase the oxidizing agent d. increase the flour and liquid
increase the flour and liquid
132. The kidneys respond to respiration acidosis by: a. increasing the secretion of magnesium b. exchanging sodium for calcium c. increasing the retention of bicarbonate d. exchanging potassium for hydrogen
increasing the retention of bicarbonate
272. Statistics that let you draw probable conclusions beyond your immediate universe of data, are called: a. descriptive statistics b. inferential statistics c. variable interest statistics d. continuous statistics
inferential statistics
163. How can you preserve thiamin when cooking pork? a. use the drippings after the fat has been removed b. insert a meat thermometer and cook it to 160 'F in an oven at 325 'F c. increase the cooking temperature to lessen cooking time d. add a small quantity of water during cooking
insert a meat thermometer and cook it to 160 'F in an oven at 325 'F
151. What is the effect of excess caffeine intake? a. insomnia b. nausea c. bloating d. weight gain
insomnia
68. Which of the following inhibits gluconeogenesis? a. glycogen b. insulin c. catecholamines d. glucocorticoids
insulin
283. How do you begin an interview with a patient? a. obtain height and weight b. get a nutritional history c. introduce yourself and make them feel comfortable d. give the diet instruction
introduce yourself and make them feel comfortable
135. In cereal production, enrichment adds: a. vitamin A b. vitamin D c. iron d. iodine
iron
98. Which nutrient is added for flour enrichment? a. vitamin A b. iodine c. fluorine d. iron
iron
180. What is the main purpose of water in the body? a. it acts as a medium for cell metabolism b. it helps transport calcium through cell membranes c. it maintains electrolyte balance d. to maintain body temperature
it acts as a medium for cell metabolism
99. What does the term "USDA graded" on meat tell the consumer? a. it assures wholesomeness b. it was free of disease at the time of slaughter c. the mat is for for human consumption d. it defines quality
it defines quality
234. You want to keep lemon meringue pie at is peak. What should you do? a. add sugar with eggs b. add flour with butter c. keep the pie at room temperature d. keep the pie refrigerated
keep the pie refrigerated
186. The purpose of an emulsifier in margarine is to: a. keep water and fat from separating b. keep water and fat separated c. sustain the natural flavor of the ingredients d. retain the color
keep water and fat from separating
31. In starvation, the brain uses which nutrient as an energy source? a. fatty acid b. lactic acid c. glucose d. ketone bodies
ketone bodies
315. A client's failure to become involved in a breast-feeding program may be due to: a. lack of funds b. lack of social support c. lack of knowledge about benefits d. lack of medical care
lack of social support
124. The Cori Cycle converts: a. glucose into galactose b. lactate into pyruvate c. lactic acid into glycogen d. glycogen into glucose
lactate into pyruvate
235. A child is lethargic and irritable with diarrhea. The cause may be: a. zinc toxicity b. lead poisoning c. iron overload d. vitamin A toxicity
lead poisoning
216. If broccoli in a vegetable mixture turns olive green during holding, it may be due to: a. lemon juice b. baking soda c. salt d. vinegar
lemon juice
147. Sorbitol is: a. less sweet than sucrose and has a lower glycemic index than sucrose b. less sweet than sucrose and has a higher glycemic index than sucrose c. sweeter than sucrose d. sweeter than sucrose and has a lower glycemic response than sucrose
less sweet than sucrose and has a lower glycemic index than sucrose
167. The rate of oxidation of which branched-chain amino acid increases significantly during moderate exercise? a. leucine b. phenylalanine c. tyrosine d. threonine
leucine
36. Protein-bound iodine (PBI) measures: a. nutritional status b. toxic levels of iodine c. deficiency of epinephrine d. level of thyroxine being produced
level of thyroxine being produced
259. In interpreting statistical data, if half the observations are above the number 8, and half are below the number 8, the number 8 is the: a. mode b. median c. mean d. averge
median
25. Riboflavin, thiamin, and niacin are all involved in the: a. metabolism of carbohydrate b. metabolism of fat c. metabolism of protein d. production of amino acids
metabolism of carbohydrate
104. Children's diets are found to be low in iron due to emphasis on: a. vegetables b. milk c. fruits d. cereals
milk
19. Acidic chyme becomes neutralized in the duodenum by: a. mixing with bicarbonate and fluids b. mixing with alkaline intestinal enzymes c. mixing with sodium and potassium d. mixing with bile
mixing with bicarbonate and fluids
296. The incidence of xeropthalamia in children between the ages of 1 - 5 is 5:1000. This means: a. morbidity rate of xeropthalmia is 5 in every 1000 children ages 1 - 5 b. mortality rate of xeropthalmia is 5000 in this age group c. morbidity rate of xeropthalmia is 5000 in this age group d. mortality rate is 5 in every 1000 children aged 1 - 5
morbidity rate of xeropthalmia is 5 in every 1000 children ages 1 - 5
247. A study reported a 10% morbidity rate in infants in the country and a 12% morbidity rate for infants in the city. This means that: a. 10% of infants died in the country b. more infants died in the city than i the country c. more disease in infants in the city than in the country d. more disease in infants in the country than in the ctiy
more disease in infants in the city than in the country
78. Ground meat will spoil faster than sliced meat because: a. it has more enzyme activity b. it has more fat c. more surface ares is exposed d. it has less fat
more surface ares is exposed
158. Which cheese has the highest moisture content? a. cheddar b. swiss c. mozzarella d. gorgonzola
mozzarella
224. A patient's consumed 12 grams of protein and released 8 grams of nitrogen in the urine. This is: a. nitrogen balance b. negative nitrogen balance c. positive nitrogen balance d. plus 4 nitrogen balance
negative nitrogen balance
51. Which enzymes are involved in protein digestion? a. ptyalin, lipase, sucrase b. amylase, lipase, trypsin c. pepsin, trypsin, chymotrypsin, carboxypeptidase d. trypsin, lipase, amylase
pepsin, trypsin, chymotrypsin, carboxypeptidase
134. Green peas held on the serving line may turn olive green due to: a. pheophytin b. chlorophyllin c. anthoxanthins d. flavones
pheophytin
322. To determine the effectiveness of an eighth grade nutrition program to be offered through a city: a. first determine how many schools are willing to offer the program b. pilot test the program in one school c. request a review of the program by local dietitians d. offer an incentive for schools to provide the program
pilot test the program in one school
254. When developing educational plans, when do you plan the evaluation criteria? a. when all else is complete b. do it before you plan anything else c. plan evaluation criteria at each step of the process d. plan it just before you offer the pogram
plan evaluation criteria at each step of the process
243. Which of the following foods is the best source of omega-3 fatty acids? a. shrimp b. anchovies c. sardines d. olive oil
sardines
21. To prevent frozen gravy from separating when thawed: a. reheat slowly and stir constantly b. thaw it before heating and stir constantly c. prepare it with modified starch d. cook it longer before freezing to stabilize the gravy
prepare it with modified starch
203. What is a function of cream of tarter in a recipe? a. prevents the Maillard reaction b. enhances the Maillard reaction c. increases the alkalinity allowing for better leavening d. enhances gelation
prevents the Maillard reaction
284. Inferential statistics are associated with: a. probability b. mean c. mode d. graphs
probability
44. Ascorbic acid aids in healing. Which of the following applies? a. collagen -> hydroxyproline b. proline -> hydroxyproline -> collagen c. hydroxyproline -> proline -> collagen d. hydroxyproline -> collagen
proline -> hydroxyproline -> collagen
263. You are analyzing a clients physical ability to prepare meals. The learning domain is: a. conceptual b. affective c. human d. psychomotor
psychomotor
122. If protein intake is doubled, which nutrient needs to be increased? a. pyridoxine b. folic acid c. niacin d. vitamin C
pyridoxine
58. Which vitamin acts as a coenzyme in transamination? a. pyridoxine b. thiamin c. riboflavin d. vitamin B12
pyridoxine
218. In the Cori cycle, lactate is converted into: a. ribose b. NADPH c. pyruvate d. acetyl CoA
pyruvate
107. The main function of glycolysis is to provide: a. pyruvate for the TCA cycle b. lactic acid for energy use by muscles c. muscle and liver glycogen d. a substrate for the Cori cycle
pyruvate for the TCA cycle
35. The end product of aerobic glycolysis is: a. acetyl-CoA b. pyruvic acid c. lactic acid d. glycogen
pyruvic acid
24. The following is an irreversible reaction: a. pyruvic acid into lactic acid b. pyruvic acid into acetyl CoA c. glucose-6-phosphate into glycogen d. glucose-6-phosphate into pyruvate
pyruvic acid into acetyl CoA
207. Replacing carbs with fat in the diet will: a. raise the respiratory quotient b. lower the respiratory quotient c. increase the respiratory rate d. spare protein
raise the respiratory quotient
37. The hormone epinephrine: a. lowers blood glucose during catabolic stress b. raises blood glucose during catabolic stress c. is secreted from the pituitary gland d. stimulates glycogen production
raises blood glucose during catabolic stress
168. What should you do with leftover sliced beef from lunch? a. throw it out b. let the meat cool at room temperature and then serve within two days c. refrigerate immediately and then serve within two days d. keep in the warmer until dinner time
refrigerate immediately and then serve within two days
281. Results of a three day food record were obtained in June and again three months later. What is this called? a. validity b. reliability c. sensitivity d. specificity
reliability
215. A process food entrée includes TVP which is used to: a. add color b. improve taste c. retain water and add protein d. act as an emulsifier
retain water and add protein
72. A patient with metabolic alkalosis would have: a. excess excretion of base through the kidneys b. retention of base by the lungs c. excretion of base by the lungs d. retention of base by the kidneys
retention of base by the kidneys
179. Pie crust is moist the day after cooking. Why? a. overcooking of the crust b. retrogradation of filling c. too much egg in the recipe d. inadequate flour
retrogradation of filling
126. Fats high in polyunsaturated fatty acids include: a. olive and canola b. safflower and corn c. coconut and palm d. soy and peanut
safflower and corn
232. When substituted for saturated fats in the diet, which of the following oils will likely lower total cholesterol but also lower HDL cholesterol? a. olive oil b. canola oil c. peanut oil d. safflower oil
safflower oil
65. Fresh meat contamination comes mainly from: a. botulism b. staphylococcus c. clostridium d. salmonella
salmonella
302. A patient relates a story to the RD. The RD says: "The is happened to me, too." This is: a. reflection b. clarification c. attribution d. self-disclosure
self-disclosure
154. The amino acid tryptophan can be converted into: a. serotonin b. catecholamines c. phenylalanine d. tyrosine
serotonin
267. If patients in a counseling session become restless, a. shorten the sessions b. use a series of guest speakers c. realize that this is to be expected d. cancel the session
shorten the sessions
79. Evaporated milk has: a. slightly more than half of the water removed b. added sugar c. a fat content of 3 - 6% d. lactose removed
slightly more than half of the water removed
16. Where is lactose absorbed? a. small intestine b. stomach d. pancreas d. liver
small intestine
53. Lactase is produced in the: a. stomach b. small intestine c. gallbladder d. pancreas
small intestine
190. All baking powders contain: a. sodium bicarbonate b. tartrate c. phosphate d. acetate
sodium bicarbonate
81. Which best describes sorbitol and glucose? a. sorbitol is sweeter than glucose b. they each provide 7 calories per gram c. sorbitol is absorbed more slowly d. they convert into fructose
sorbitol is absorbed more slowly
83. Which data is needed to convert weight into volume? a. mass b. temperature c. specific gravity d. pH
specific gravity
142. When on Dicumarol, avoid increasing your intake of: a. spinach b. beets c. corn d. beef
spinach
248. The first step and planning a continuing education program is to: a. locate the guest speaker b. survey participants to see what interests them c. survey other groups to see what they are doing d. select a topic that has not been offered lately
survey patients to see what interests them
181. What is fluid seeping from a congealed product called? a. retrogradation b. syneresis c. coagulation d. gelatinization
syneresis
129. A 5 month old is diagnosed with salmonella. What is the likely cause? a. fruit juice b. milk c. table food d. evaporated milk
table food
84. The tatrness of fruits and vegetables is due to: a. flavones b. chlorophyll c. anthoxanthins d. tannins
tannins
265. An appropriate purpose of analytical research is to ______. a. test the hypothesis b. investigate the... c. formulate a hypothesis... d. distinguish a hypothesis...
test the hypothesis
266. Which defines the statistical term "mean"? a. the number that occurs most frequently b. the average c. the central tendency d. a value in an ordered set of numbers below and above which fall in equal set of numbers
the average
270. In a study on custards which would be the dependent variable? a. the amount of milk and sugar in the recipe b. the cooked custard c. the temperature of the oven d. the time of cooking
the cooked custard
87. When analyzing correlations, when r = 1: a. there is a perfect correlation among data presented b. there is no correlation among data presented c. the data presented move in opposite directions d. there is a weak correlation among data presented
there is a perfect correlation among data presented
253. When should the explanation of a performance evaluation be provided? a. several weeks before their evaluation b. they should not be shown to the worker c. the day of the evaluation d. the day they are hired
the day they are hired
301. Which result is desirable? Before After Experimental group A B Control group C D a. the difference between A and B is more significant than the difference between C and D b. the difference between B and D is statistically significant c. the difference between A and C is more significant than the difference between B and D d. the difference between A and D is more significant than the difference between C and B
the difference between A and B is more significant than the difference between C and D
286. What is your first concern when deciding how to teach? a. the time you and the students have b. what learning resources are available c. what you are best at d. the needs and abilities of your students
the needs and abilities of your students
4. Why do egg whites beat more easily at room temperature? a. the pH is increased b. the protein is denatured c. the surface tension is lower d. the surface tension is higher
the surface tension is lower
1. When you check overrun, you are checking: a. excess stock in the storeroom b. surplus soap and rinse aids used in the dishmachine c. the weight of ice cream d. total costs of unexpected meals served
the weight of ice cream
57. The following are required for the conversion of pyruvic acid into active acetate? a. thiamin, NAD, oxaloacetic acid b. oxygen, pantothentic acid, vitamin E c. thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, pantothentic acid, NAD d. pantothentic acid, oxaloacetate, citric acid
thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, pantothentic acid, NAD (CHO metab)
88. Which hormone greatly influences the BMR? a. the endrocrine hormone b. thyroxine c. the growth hormone d. insulin
thyroxine
110. Meat graded "US Standard" is the grade given at the: a. time of purchase b. time of delivery c. storage facility d. time of slaughter
time of slaughter
102. Coarse texture in a cake is due to: a. too little baking powder b. over-mixing c. too much baking powder or sugar d. oven temperature too high
too much baking powder or sugar
89. If linoleic acid replaces saturated fat in the diet: a. total cholesterol including HDL decreases b. HDL increases c. LDL increases c. no change in lipid levels
total cholesterol including HDL decreases
63. The best way to monitor an infant's FTT is to plot: a. weight for length b. length for age c. weight d. weight for age
weight for length
273. A performance objectives should be based on : a. review the literature for the latest research b. what the learner should know or be able to do c. Existing standards of practice d. a SWOT analysis
what the learner should know or be able to do
313. An example of a survey with negative correlation is: a. when folic acid intake increases prior to pregnancy, the incidence of neural tube defects declines b. when LDL levels increase, the rate of heart disease increases c. when a person becomes more obese, their LDL levels likely rise d. as the intake of peanut butter and potato chips increases, dental caries increase
when folic acid intake increases prior to pregnancy, the incidence of neural tube defects declines
187. Which of the following must be reduced before it can be transported for absorption? a. dipeptides b. whey c. casein hydrolysate d. crystalline amino acidss
whey
95. What color do unions turn when cooked in an aluminum pan? a. purple b. blue c. red d. yellow
yellow
