HUN1201 - Chapter 11 Quiz Review

Which vitamin is routinely given as a single dose to newborns?​ a. Vitamin E b. Vitamin B12 c. Vitamin A d. Vitamin K e. Vitamin C

d. Vitamin K

A child with bowed legs is likely deficient in vitamin​ a. E. b. C. c. B12. d. ​D. e. A.

d. ​D.

What population group has the highest risk for vitamin K deficiency?​ a. Teenagers b. Elderly c. ​Young adults d. Middle-aged adults e. Newborns

e. Newborns

The main function of vitamin D is to promote​ a. ​synthesis of 7-dehydrocholesterol. ​b. conversion of calcium and phosphorous to more readily absorbable compounds. ​c. calcium and phosphorus absorption, and calcium mobilization from bone. ​d. secretion of calcitonin. ​e. synthesis of carotenoids and controls absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.

​b. conversion of calcium and phosphorous to more readily absorbable compounds.

Vitamin A supplements are helpful in treating which of the following conditions?​ ​a. Rickets ​b. Scurvy ​c. Night blindness ​d. Osteomalacia ​e. Acne

​c. Night blindness

Which of the following is a feature of vitamin E?​ ​a. The vitamin functions as a hormone-like substance. ​b. The RDA is based on the tocopherols and the tocotrienols. ​c. Toxicity symptoms include bone abnormalities. d. Important food sources include enriched breads and pasta. ​e. Deficiencies occur from inability to absorb dietary lipids.

​e. Deficiencies occur from inability to absorb dietary lipids.

Which of the following are major sources of vitamin E in the diet?​ a. Milk and dairy products b. Vegetable oils c. Meats d. Egg whites e. Citrus fruits

b. Vegetable oils

Which of the following regarding fat-soluble vitamins are incorrect? a. Vitamins A, D, and K are important for bone growth b. Vitamin K is important for the vision c. Vitamins E and K are both involved in blood clotting d. Vitamins A and E are both antioxidants e. All of the above are correct

b. Vitamin K is important for the vision

Which of the following may contribute to vitamin D deficiency? a. Light skin color b. breastfeeding without supplementation c. Too much sunlight d. Drinking fortified milk e. All of the above

b. breastfeeding without supplementation

Which of the following is a characteristic of vitamin K nutrition?​ a. Supplements are highly effective against osteoporosis. b. Toxicity may increase risk for hemophilia. c. Green vegetables like spinach and kale are good sources. d. The UL is 10% above the RDA for both men and women, across all age groups. e. ​Deficiency may lead to hemophilia.

c. Green vegetables like spinach and kale are good sources.

Which of the following vitamins is synthesized by intestinal bacteria?​ a. ​C b. D c. K d. E e. A

c. K

Which of the following is the most reliable source of vitamin D in the diet?​ a. Meat b. Fruits and vegetables​ c. Whole grains d. Fortified milk e. Enriched breads and cereals

d. Fortified milk

People live in which of the following city may suffer from low vitamin D due to the latitude? a. Atlanta b. Orlando c. San Francisco d. Chicago e. Washington, D.C.

d. Chicago

Which of the following is not a function of vitamin A? a. Promoting vision. b. Supports reproduction and regulates growth. c. Regulates gene expression. d. Facilitates energy release from macronutrients.

d. Facilitates energy release from macronutrients.