Clinical Nutrition Quiz 12

Antiretroviral drugs used for treatment of HIV may cause: A. insulin resistance B. hyperlipidemia C. lipodystrophy D. B and C E. all of the above

E

Factors contributing to anorexia in cancer patients include: A. nausea and early satiety B. pain and fatigue C. altered taste perceptions D. A and C E. all of the above

E

Recommendations to reduce cancer risk say to limit which of the following: A. red meat B. processed meat C. smoked and char-grilled meats D. A and B E. all of the above

E

T/F: Lipodystrophy is abnormal fat deposition caused by HIV infection and it's effect on fat metabolism.

F

T/F: Most HIV patients have weight loss and wasting as a result of antiretroviral medications.

F

T/F: Sugar feeds cancer cells and directly promotes cancer cell growth.

F

T/F: Besides not smoking, maintaining a healthy body weight is the most important step one can take to lower cancer risk.

T

T/F: Functional foods are whole, fortified, enriched, or enhanced foods that provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition.

T

T/F: HIV patients should avoid herbal supplements and high dose vitamin/mineral supplements because they can reduce the effectiveness of some antiretroviral drugs.

T

T/F: Phytochemicals are not only important in cancer prevention, but may help prevent other chronic diseases that involve inflammation and oxidation, such as heart disease.

T

Mrs. Wilson is a 50 year old female with a family history of breast cancer. To reduce her risk of developing breast cancer, the nurse would advise her to: A. limit alcohol and maintain a healthy weight B. take a calcium supplement daily C. eat less red and processed meat D. eat lots of tomato products and vitamin C containing foods

A

Which of the following is NOT an example of a food with carotenoids? A. onions B. broccoli C. carrots D. cooked tomatoes

A

Fruits and vegetables are more important in cancer prevention because they contain (SATA): A. phytochemicals B. fiber C. folate D. potassium E. anti-oxidants

A, B, C, E

Because patients with HIV and cancer have suppressed immune function, they should avoid the following foods that have a high risk of causing food borne illness (SATA): A. alfalfa sprouts B. feta and blue cheese C. hard cooked eggs D. homemade raw cookie dough E. sashimi

A, B, D, E

Effective strategies that would help you reap the benefits of phytochemicals in disease prevention would be (SATA): A. eat fresh local or organic produce B. use more herbs and spices C. take a phytochemical supplement D. add onions and garlic to recipes E. eat produce with a variety of bright colors

A, B, D, E

All of the following are characteristics of HIV-related lipodystrophy EXCEPT: A. abnormal blood lipids B. accumulation of body fat in the hips C. breast enlargement in both men and women D. insulin resistance

B

All of the following contribute to wasting in cancer patients EXCEPT: A. effects of cancer treatment B. positive nitrogen balance C. metabolic alterations D. anorexia

B

What is an inflammatory condition that can result from cancer treatment and lead to nausea, diarrhea, and chronic malabsorption? A. cancer cachexia B. radiation enteritis C. neutropenia D. oral mucositis

B

Which of the following is NOT a goal of nutritional treatment of HIV patients? A. provide calories to maintain weight and lean body mass B. alter abnormal fat deposition C. teach food and water safety D. enhance nutritional adequacy for immune defense

B

Nutrition related factors that may increase risk of cancer include all of the following EXCEPT: A. obesity B. high alcohol intake C. high red meat intake D. high phytochemical intake

D

To combat bitter or metallic taste perceptions in cancer patients, you would recommend that they: A. use eggs, fish, and poultry In place of red meat B. use plastic rather than metal utensils C. limit sauces and seasonings D. A and B E. all of the above

D

To help cancer patients with decreased appetite, encourage them to: A. eat nutrient dense foods first B. drink liquid supplements, like Ensure, with meals C. eat small, frequent meals and snacks D. A and C E. all of the above

D

Complementary and Alternative Therapies are: A. usually scientifically based and safe to use B. recommended to be used in place of conventional medicine for an effective, natural approach C. used by many individuals with chronic or debilitating diseases/conditions D. endorsed by most health professionals to add to traditional medicine

C

When an HIV patient had involuntary weight loss of 10% accompanied by diarrhea and fever, it is called: A. AIDS-defining illnesses B. Kaposi's sarcoma C. AIDS-wasting syndrome D. opportunistic infection

C

Which of the following statements is true about detox diets? A. detox diets are based on well researched scientific evidence B. detox diets are an effective way to cleanse the liver, gallbladder, and colon of toxins C. detox diets often result in nutrient deficiencies and weight loss that cannot be sustained D. detox diets are a safe way to lose weight fast by ridding the body of excess fluid and waste product

C