Quiz 1: Chapters 1 - 3 Nutrition
All of the following are classified as macronutrients EXCEPT... A-calcium B-carbohydrate C-protein D-fat
A
Gram for gram, which of the following provides the most energy? A-fats B-carbohydrates C-alcohol D-proteins
A
Nutrient dense refers to foods that A-provide more nutrients relative to calories B-are higher in weight relative to volume C-contain a mixture of carbohydrate, fat, and protein D-carry the USDA nutrition labeling
A
The amount of a nutrient that meets the needs of about 98% of a population is termed the A-Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) B-Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) C-Adequate Intake (AI) D-Daily Recommended Value (DRV)
A
What is mastication? A-act of chewing B-act of swallowing C-wave-like contractions of the esophagus D-wave-like contraction of the intestines
A
Which of the following does not describe a national trend in eating habits of Americans? A-We eat more high fiber foods B-We eat more meals away from home C-We snack more frequently D-We eat larger portions
A
Which of the following is generally not digested but does stimulate intestinal muscle contraction? A-fiber B-amylase C-starch D-bile
A
Which of the following is most likely to result from insufficient intake of fiber? A-constipation B-pancreatitis C-bloating D-diarrhea
A
Which part of the GI tract contains highly acidic digestive juices? A-stomach B-colon C-ileum D-duodenum
A
A nutrient needed by the body and that must be supplied by foods is termed a/an..... A-organic nutrient B-essential nutrient C-neutraceutical D-metabolic unit
B
All of the following are the chief causes of ulcers EXCEPT A-regular use of anti-inflammatory drugs B-excessive caffeine consumption C-disorders that cause high gastric acid output D-H. pylori infection
B
The most common cause of death today in the US include all of the following EXCEPT A-diabetes B-scurvy C-cancer D-heart disease
B
The usual pH of gastric juice is approximately A-4 B-2 C-7 D-9
B
What does the Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) of a nutrient represent? A-maximum amount allowed for fortifying a food B-maximum amount from all sources that appears safe for most healthy people C-maximum allowable amount available in supplement form D-number calculated by taking twice the RDA or three times the AI
B
What is the function of mucus in the stomach? A-emulsifies fats B-protects stomach cells from gastric juices C-neutralizes stomach acid D-activates pepsinogen to pepsin
B
What part of the GI tract prevents a person from choking while swallowing? A-lower esophagus B-epiglottis C-pyloric sphincter D-mouth
B
Which of the following foods qualifies as a "good source" of calcium? A-whole milk 30% DV B-yogurt 19% DV C-ice cream 5% DV D-cheese 8% DV
B
Which of the following is a feature of peristalsis? A-involves parallel and circular muscles found in the walls of the intestines but not the esophagus B-consists of wavelike muscular contractions resulting from alternate tightening and relaxing of circular muscles and longitudinal muscles C-remains quiet between meals when the GI tract is empty D-occurs along the GI tract at a constant rate when food is present
B
Which of the following is a function of the intestinal microvilli? A-secretion of bile salts B-absorption of nutrient molecules C-secretion of digestive acid D-transport of pancreatic enzymes
B
Which of the following is an alternative choice for meats in the USDA Food Guide? A-sweet potatoes B-nuts C-baked potatoes D-bacon
B
Which of the following is classified as a micronutrient? A-carbohydrate B-iron C-alcohol D-protein
B
Absorption of nutrients by intestinal cells occurs by all of the following mechanisms EXCEPT A-facilitated diffusion B-diffusion C-transmigration D-active transport
C
After swallowing, in what order does food pass through the regions of the GI tract? A-stomach, jejunum, duodenum, colon, ileum B-jejunum, duodenum, colon, ileum, rectum C-stomach, duodenum,jejunum, ileum, colon D-jejunum, ileum, duodenum, rectum, colon
C
Before publication in a reputable journal, the findings of a research study must undergo scrutiny by experts in the field according to a process known as... A-double-blind examination B-cohort review C-peer review D-intervention examination
C
In what organ or structure does the digestion process begin? A-stomach B-jejunum-ileum C-mouth D-duodenum
C
Inspection of hair, eyes, skin, and posture is part of the nutrition assessment component known as A-anthropometrics B-clinical observation C-diet history D-biochemical testing
C
The purpose of bicarbonate in the digestive process is to A-lower the pH of chyme B-hydrolyze large peptides C-neutralize the pH of chyme D-provide a little fizz in your life
C
What is one function of the gall bladder? A-produces bile B-reabsorbs water and salts C-stores bile D-performs enzymatic digestion
C
What is the name of the projections on the inner surface of the small intestine? A-mesentric vessels B-vascular projectiles C-villi D-cilia
C
What is umami? A-intestinal enzymes that hydrolyzes dietary nucleic acids B-intestinal enzymes that hydrolyzes fish proteins C-taste or flavor of monosodium glutamate D-opening between the duodenum and jejunum
C
What two systems help coordinate all digestive/absorptive processes? A-portal and lymphatic B-transport and circulatory C-nervous and endocrine D-enzymes and thoracic
C
Which of the following is an organic nutrient? A-water B-calcium C-fat D-oxygen
C
Which of the following is used to determine the presence of abnormal functions inside the body due to a nutrient deficiency? A-physical examination B-body weight loss C-biochemical tests D-diet history
C
Which of the following most accurately describes the term organic nutrient? A-products sold at health food stores B-products grown with use of pesticides C-substances with carbon-carbon or carbon-hydrogen bonds D-foods having super nutrient qualities
C
Which of the following product labels would reveal a whole-grain product? A-multi-grain B-stone-ground C-100% whole-wheat D-enriched-wheat
C
Which of the following stimulates the pancreas to release bicarbonate-rich juice? A-glucagon B-gastrin C-secretin D-gastric-inhibitory peptide
C
A cup of blueberries is about the size of a A-grapefruit B-marshmellow C-golf ball D-baseball
D
A food label ingredient list reads in the following order: wheat flour, vegetable shortening, sugar, salt, and cornstarch. What item would be found in the smallest amount in the food? A-sugar B-wheat flour C-salt D-cornstarch
D
According to the principles of the USDA Food Guide, the foundation of a healthful diet should consist of A-fruits B-dairy C-meats and alternatives D-nutrient-dense foods
D
Am empty calorie food is one that contains A-an abundance of minerals but little or no vitamins B-no energy/calories C-an abundance of vitamins but little or no minerals D-energy/calories and little or no protein, vitamins, or minerals
D
On a food label, the "% Daily Value" table compares key nutrients per serving for a person consuming how many calories daily? A-2500 B-3000 C-1500 D-2000
D
People who have frequent, regular bouts of heartburn and indigestion have a medical condition known as A-colitis B-lymphatic malabsorption C-watery stools D-gastroesophageal reflux disease
D
The process by which bile acts on fat so enzymes can attack the fat is known as A-phosphorylation B-enzyme activation C-condensation D-emulsification
D
The process by which food is broken down into absorbable components is called A-intestinals B-mastication C-absorption D-digestion
D
What are the principles of diet planning? A-Adequacy, bone development, correction, vitamin density, master, and variety B-abundance, balance, conservative, diversity, moderation, and vitamins C-abundance, B vitamins, kcalories, diet control, minerals, and variety D-Adequacy, balance, kcalorie control, nutrient density, moderation, and variety
D
What behavior is the major cause of death in the United States? A-sexual activity B-poor diet C-alcohol intake D-tobacco diet
D
What is the benefit of using a large sample size in an experiment? A-the control group will be similar to the experimental group B-the experiment will be double-blind C-there will be no placebo effect D-there is less chance variation
D
What is the name given partially digested food in the stomach? A-gastric mucus B-liquid food C-semiliquid leftovers D-chyme
D
Which of the following is NOT one of the six classes of nutrients? A-minerals B-vitamins C-protein D-fiber
D
Which of the following products of digestion is NOT normally released directly into the bloodstream? A-Vitamin C B-minerals C-carbohydrates D-fats
D