HUN2002 Module 3 Questions

A patient presents to the doctor's office with a wound that will not heal. An examination shows some little pinpoint hemorrhages under his skin, and swollen, bleeding gums. What are the important roles of this vitamin in the body? Select ALL that apply. a. Antioxidant b. Nerve transmission c. Fluid and electrolyte balance d. Needed to make collagen. e. Increases iron absorption.

a. Antioxidant d. Needed to make collagen. e. Increases iron absorption.

Which of the following foods are good sources of active Vitamin A? Select all that apply a. Beef liver b. Sweet potatoes c. Milk d. Cod liver oil e. Cantaloupe

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Which of the following are good sources of beta carotene? Select all that apply a. Butternut squash b. Cantaloupe c. Beef liver d. Cow's milk e. Carrots f. Sweet Potatoes g. Pumpkin h. Chicken

a. Butternut squash b. Cantaloupe e. Carrots f. Sweet Potatoes g. Pumpkin

Which of the following nutrients are needed for dental health? Check all that apply. a. Calcium b. Fluoride c. Potassium d. Vitamin D e. Phosphorus f. Vitamin E g. Magnesium h. Sodium

a. Calcium b. Fluoride d. Vitamin D e. Phosphorus g. Magnesium

Which of the following nutrients can improve hypertension with increased intakes? Select all that apply. a. Calcium b. Sodium c. Potassium d. Magnesium

a. Calcium c. Potassium d. Magnesium

Excessive folic acid supplementation should be avoided because it: a. Can mask a vitamin B12 deficiency b. Is toxic to the liver c. Can make the skin turn orange d. Can cause nerve damage

a. Can mask a vitamin B12 deficiency

Which of the following are good sources of calcium? Select all that apply. a. Cheese b. Tofu c. Pasta d. Almonds e. Broccoli f. Bread g. Chicken h. Canned salmon with bones i. Fortified soy milk j. Sour Cream k. Yogurt l. Orange juice

a. Cheese b. Tofu d. Almonds e. Broccoli f. Bread h. Canned salmon with bones i. Fortified soy milk k. Yogurt

A patient presents with painful "flushed" feeling in his face. Upon interviewing the patient, you discover he recently began taking large amounts of a vitamin supplement suggested by a store clerk that will help his cholesterol levels. What foods are also high in this nutrient? Select ALL that apply. a. Chicken b. Peanut butter c. Orange juice d. Yogurt e. Mushrooms

a. Chicken b. Peanut butter e. Mushrooms

Consuming refined flour products is most often associated with a deficiency in which mineral? a. Chromium b. Iron c. Folic Acid d. Calcium

a. Chromium

Which of the following is a symptom of iron deficiency? a. Difficulty concentrating b. Excessive thirst c. Weight gain d. Sores in the mouth

a. Difficulty concentrating

An alcoholic patient presents with fatigue, leg paralysis, edema in the legs and nerve damage. What are two main functions of this nutrient? Select two answers. a. Energy metabolism b. Bone strength c. Immune function d. Normal functioning of nerves and muscles.

a. Energy metabolism d. Normal functioning of nerves and muscles.

Which of the following causes dehydration? a. Excess alcohol consumption b. Resistance training exercise c. Low sodium intake d. Constipation

a. Excess alcohol consumption

Excessive amounts of vitamin E through supplementation can increase the risk of: a. Excessive bleeding b. Scurvy c. Blood clots d. Kidney damage

a. Excessive bleeding

Which of the following minerals play a key role in bones and teeth? Select all that apply. a. Fluoride b. Potassium c. Calcium d. Magnesium e. Phosphorus f. Iodine

a. Fluoride c. Calcium d. Magnesium e. Phosphorus

Which vitamin deficiencies can lead to anemia? Select ALL that apply. a. Folate b. Thiamin c. Niacin d. vitamin B12 e. riboflavin

a. Folate d. vitamin B12

Which of the following are signs of dehydration? Check all that apply. a. Headache b. Less frequent urination c. Rapid weight gain d. Fatigue e. Thirst f. Irritability g. Brain swelling h. Slow pulse

a. Headache b. Less frequent urination d. Fatigue e. Thirst f. Irritability

Which of the following are functions of zinc? Choose all that apply. a. Immunity b. DNA synthesis c. Antioxidant d. Collagen formation e. Component of enzymes f. Growth and development g. Taste perception

a. Immunity b. DNA synthesis e. Component of enzymes f. Growth and development g. Taste perception

Exposure to which of the following can add to or accelerate the production of free radicals in the body? Select all that apply. a. Fruits and vegetables b. Air pollution c. Asbestos d. Smoking e. Excessive sunlight f. Exercise

b. Air pollution c. Asbestos d. Smoking e. Excessive sunlight

In general, which nutrients assist with energy metabolism? a. Electrolytes b. B-vitamins c. Fat soluble vitamins d. Trace minerals

b. B-vitamins

What is the primary function of vitamin K? a. Immunity b. Blood clotting c. Protects cells from free radical damage d. Vision

b. Blood clotting

A parent brings a one-year child into the doctor for a routine check-up. The child appears to have bowed legs. The parent states they drink unfortified almond milk because they are vegans. Which foods should the person consume to correct the deficiency? Select ALL that apply. a. Orange Juice b. Eggs c. Liver d. Walnuts e. Fortified Milk f. Whole grain bread

b. Eggs c. Liver e. Fortified Milk

Which of the following groups of people are recommended to take supplements? Check all that apply a. Children b. Elderly c. Vegans d. Pregnant women e. Athletes f. Someone on a very low carbohydrate diet g. Someone taking multiple medications for health conditions h. Someone with numerous food allergies i. Teenagers j. Weight loss dieter k. Man trying to build muscle

b. Elderly c. Vegans d. Pregnant women f. Someone on a very low carbohydrate diet g. Someone taking multiple medications for health conditions h. Someone with numerous food allergies j. Weight loss dieter

Which of the following can interfere with iron absorption? a. Citrus juices b. Excessive calcium intake c. Excessive sodium intake d. High protein content of meat

b. Excessive calcium intake

What is the most likely cause of potassium deficiency? a. Poor diet b. Excessive vomiting c. Sweating d. Excessive use of table salt

b. Excessive vomiting

What is hemochromatosis? a. Severely low iron levels causing life-threatening anemia b. Genetic iron overload disease c. Iron toxicity from excessive supplementation d. Inability to properly absorb iron

b. Genetic iron overload disease

Folic acid supplements are recommended in the early stages of pregnancy because the nutrient can: a. Help with the development of the internal organs b. Help prevent neural tube defects such as spina bifida c. Assist with vitamin B12 absorption d. Reduce the chance of premature delivery

b. Help prevent neural tube defects such as spina bifida

Which of the following is a symptom of zinc deficiency? a. Excessive thirst b. Impaired taste c. Muscle weakness d. Bruising

b. Impaired taste

Which of the following are common symptoms/conditions of vitamin A deficiency? Select all that apply. a. Scurvy b. Increased susceptibility to infections c. Night blindness d. Yellow-tinted skin e. Xerophthalmia

b. Increased susceptibility to infections c. Night blindness e. Xerophthalmia

What is the maximum daily recommended intake (upper limit) for sodium? a. 1,000mg b. 2,000mg c. 2,300mg d. 3,400mg

c. 2,300mg

Vitamin B12 is found naturally in: a. Plant-based foods b. Vegetables c. Animal foods d. Grains

c. Animal foods

Which of the following electrolytes is needed to make stomach acid? a. Potassium b. Sodium c. Chloride d. Magnesium

c. Chloride

Many of the symptoms of scurvy, caused by vitamin C deficiency, are related to the vitamin's role in the synthesis of ________. a. Antioxidants b. Testosterone c. Collagen d. Lipoproteins

c. Collagen

Which food is a good source of fat soluble vitamins? a. Strawberries b. Oatmeal c. Cow's milk d. Wheat bread

c. Cow's milk

A woman tells her doctor that she would like to get pregnant. The doctor suggests she begin taking a supplement even before getting pregnant to prevent complications of the spinal column. Which vitamin does the doctor recommend? a. Vitamin C b. Vitamin A c. Folate d. Niacin

c. Folate

Which of the following substances, produced by the cells of the stomach, is needed to absorb vitamin B12? a. Gastrin b. Pepsin c. Intrinsic factor d. Bile

c. Intrinsic factor

Which of the following groups of foods contains the most zinc? a. Fruits b. Vegetables c. Meat and Seafood d. Grains

c. Meat and Seafood

Which food groups are a good source of vitamin B12? a. Fruits and vegetables b. Whole grains and starch c. Meat and milk d. Oils and other fats

c. Meat and milk

A patient presents with a sore throat, swollen, glossy tongue and cracks at the corners of the mouth. Which foods should the person consume to correct the deficiency? Check ALL that apply. a. Strawberries b. Orange Juice c. Milk d. Spinach

c. Milk d. Spinach

Why are deficiencies of B-vitamins rare? a. They are found in most foods b. Most people take supplements c. Most grains products are fortified with these nutrients d. They are easily stored in the body

c. Most grains products are fortified with these nutrients.

What foods provide phytochemicals? Select all that apply. a. Lean chicken b. Salmon c. Soy beans d. Dark chocolate e. Cherries f. Greek yogurt g. Broccoli h. Fish oil supplements i. Flaxseed

c. Soy beans d. Dark chocolate e. Cherries g. Broccoli i. Flaxseed

The majority of body water is lost through: a. Sweat b. Feces c. Urine d. Breathing

c. Urine

Which vitamin functions as an antioxidant? a. Folate b. Vitamin D c. Vitamin C d. Bioti

c. Vitamin C

A parent brings a one-year child into the doctor for a routine check-up. The child appears to have bowed legs. The parent states they drink unfortified almond milk because they are vegans. What is the most likely vitamin deficiency in this child? a. Vitamin C b. Riboflavin c. Vitamin D d. Folate

c. Vitamin D

Which of the following foods is the most absorbable source of iron? a. fortified cereal b. spinach c. beef d. beets

c. beef

A 7-month-old infant presents with discolored (yellow-orange) skin. The infant has been introduced to several new foods. The diet consists of strained beef, spinach, sweet potato, and diluted apple juice. What vitamin did this baby eat in excess? a. thiamin b. vitamin C c. beta carotene d. riboflavin

c. beta carotene

To prevent vitamin K deficiency, newborns should: a. be breastfed b. be fed pureed spinach c. get a shot of vitamin K after birth d. receive antibiotics within the first few weeks after birth

c. get a shot of vitamin K after birth

The fluid within the cell has high concentrations of: a. sodium b. chloride c. potassium d. calcium

c. potassium

Which vitamins are considered antioxidants? Select all that apply a. thiamin b. vitamin B12 c. vitamin C d. beta carotene e. folate f. vitamin E

c. vitamin C d. beta carotene f. vitamin E

A patient is admitted to the hospital with blood clots despite taking her anti-coagulation medication. During your assessment, you identify she recently started taking a supplement. Which vitamin is likely in her supplement that is causing a problem with her anti-coagulation medication? a. niacin b. vitamin C c. vitamin K d. folate

c. vitamin K

A parent brings a one-year child into the doctor for a routine check-up. The child appears to have bowed legs. The parent states they drink unfortified almond milk because they are vegans. What is the main function of this nutrient that relates to the symptoms? a. Collagen synthesis b. Energy Metabolism c. Immune function d. Bone health

d. Bone health

A woman tells her doctor that she would like to get pregnant. The doctor suggests she begin taking a supplement even before getting pregnant to prevent complications of the spinal column. What function of this vitamin makes it so important to infant development and prevention of neural tube defects? a. Electrolyte balance b. Nerve transmission c. Bone health d. Cell division

d. Cell division

The main minerals involved in fluid balance are: a. Magnesium, calcium, and fluoride b. Phosphorus, sodium, and zinc c. Potassium, iron, and zinc d. Chloride, potassium, and sodium

d. Chloride, potassium, and sodium

Both a severe deficiency or toxicity of potassium can lead to what problem? a. Brittle bones b. Scurvy c. Impaired wound healing d. Heart failure

d. Heart failure

Due to high risk of toxicity and bodily harm, which of the following nutrients should not be taken as a supplement without a diagnosed deficiency? a. calcium b. vitamin C c. vitamin B12 d. Iron

d. Iron

As an antioxidant, vitamin E is especially important for protecting ________ such as those found in cell membranes and lipoproteins a. Proteins b. DNA c. Sugars d. Lipids

d. Lipids

Who is most at risk of vitamin B12 deficiency? a. Those who don't consume vegetables b. Young children c. Athletes d. Older people

d. Older people

Which of the following food groups contains the most niacin? a. Fruit group b. Dairy group c. Vegetable group d. Protein group

d. Protein group

A person with hypertension that wants to lower blood pressure should reduce dietary intake of: a. Potassium b. Chloride c. Magnesium d. Sodium

d. Sodium

Case Study An alcoholic patient presents with fatigue, leg paralysis, edema in the legs and nerve damage. What is the most likely vitamin deficiency in this patient? a. Vitamin D b. Vitamin C c. Folate d. Thiamin

d. Thiamin

What is the primary function of chromium? a. Energy b. Antioxidant c. Provides structure to the bones d. Utilization of insulin

d. Utilization of insulin

When taken in high doses as a supplement, which of the following nutrients can be toxic to the liver? a. Beta-carotene b. Vitamin C c. Vitamin E d. Vitamin A

d. Vitamin A

A patient presents to the doctor's office with a wound that will not heal. An examination shows some little pinpoint hemorrhages under his skin, and swollen, bleeding gums. What vitamin deficiency is most likely causing these problems? a. Vitamin A b. Riboflavin c. Niacin d. Vitamin C

d. Vitamin C

Which of the following nutrients can be produced by bacteria in the colon? a. Iron b. Vitamin B6 c. Vitamin E d. Vitamin K

d. Vitamin K

What is the effect of consuming too much beta-carotene from food? a. causes development of toxic effects most of the time b. is seen in people who smoke cigarettes c. leads to keratonization d. is associated with the skin turning yellow

d. is associated with the skin turning yellow

Which food choice would help to increase the amount of iron absorbed in a cheese sandwich? a. lettuce b. mayonnaise c. onion d. tomato slice

d. tomato slice

What source of fluoride should be consumed to provide the greatest protection against the development of tooth disease? a. milk b. fish oil c. protein shake d. treated water

d. treated water

Which vitamin acts similar to vitamin D to attract and keep the bones mineralized? a. vitamin E b. vitamin A c. vitamin C d. vitamin K

d. vitamin K

Match the terms: Calcium, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Vitamin D, Niacin -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Osteoporosis, Beriberi, Rickets, Scurvy, Pellagra

Calcium- Osteoporosis Vitamin C- Scurvy Thiamin- Beriberi Vitamin D- Rickets Niacin- Pellagra

Match the term with its function: Terms: Selenium, Sodium, Iodine, Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Chromium Functions: "Blood sugar control" "Major component of bones" "Major ion on the outside of the cell" "Carry oxygen in red blood cells" "Necessary for thyroxin" "Functions as an antioxidant" "Major ion on the inside of the cell"

Selenium- "Functions as an antioxidant" Sodium- "Major ion on the outside of the cell" Iodine- "Necessary for thyroxin" Potassium- "Major ion on the inside of the cell" Calcium- "Major component of bones" Iron- "Carry oxygen in red blood cells" Chromium- "Blood sugar control"

-Sorting Activity- Categories: Vitamin C Vitamin E Vitamin B12 Thiamin --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Terms: Canola oil, Chicken breast, Sunflower seeds, Potato, Skim- milk, Whole grain bread, Enriched white bread, Orange, Egg, Wheat germ, Legumes, Strawberries

Vitamin C: Potato, Orange, Strawberries Vitamin E: Canola oil, Sunflower seeds, Wheat germ Vitamin B12: Chicken breast, Skim milk, Egg Thiamin: Whole grain bread, Enriched white bread, Legumes

Which statement about bone health is true? a. Increased physical activity and consuming adequate minerals increases bone mineralization to make stronger bones. b. Only diet can improve bone mineralization to make stronger bones. c. Physical activity drains the bones of minerals, so supplements should be consumed. d. Increased physical activity makes you crave milk so you can obtain the minerals needed for stronger bones.

a. Increased physical activity and consuming adequate minerals increases bone mineralization to make stronger bones.

An older patient diagnosed with atrophic gastritis presents to the ER with unexplained confusion and lethargy associated with anemia. Blood tests reveal macrocytic anemia. How does atrophic gastritis play a role in the deficiency? a. It decreases acid and intrinsic factor. b. It increases blood loss. c. It causes slow metabolism and weight gain. d. It causes poor appetite and low food intakes.

a. It decreases acid and intrinsic factor.

Why is milk a good beverage after exercising? a. It helps to replenish electrolytes b. The calcium in milk enhances potassium absorption c. It inhibits chloride absorption to reduce stomach acid to prevent heartburn d. Milk is very high in sodium which can ease muscle pain

a. It helps to replenish electrolytes

The best dietary source of vitamin K is: a. Leafy green vegetable b. Dairy products c. Citrus fruits d. Fish

a. Leafy green vegetable

An alcoholic patient presents with fatigue, leg paralysis, edema in the legs and nerve damage. Which foods should the person consume to correct the deficiency? Select ALL that apply. a. Legumes b. Spinach c. Orange juice d. Enriched white bread e. Yogurt f. Pork

a. Legumes d. Enriched white bread f. Pork

Which of the following are good sources of folate? Check all that apply a. Liver b. Fruits c. Fortified cereals d. Green vegetables e. Dairy products f. Grains g. Almond milk

a. Liver b. Fruits c. Fortified cereals d. Green vegetables f. Grains

Excessive water intake in a short period of time can lead to what problem? a. Low blood sodium b. Low blood potassium c. Edema d. Rapid weight loss

a. Low blood sodium

A patient presents to the doctor's office with a wound that will not heal. An examination shows some little pinpoint hemorrhages under his skin, and swollen, bleeding gums. What foods could the individual consume to correct the deficiency? Select ALL that apply. a. Orange juice b. Potato c. Salmon d. Broccoli e. Milk

a. Orange juice b. Potato d. Broccoli

Select all of the roles of phosphorus: a. Part of DNA b. Part of RNA c. Helps form bones d. Provides energy to the body e. Acid-base balance f. Part of ATP g. Immunity h. Part of phospholipids i. Enzyme activity

a. Part of DNA b. Part of RNA c. Helps form bones e. Acid-base balance f. Part of ATP h. Part of phospholipids i. Enzyme activity

Select all of the following that are good sources of potassium. a. Potatoes b. Orange juice c. Beef d. Lowfat yogurt e. Beans/Legumes f. Tuna g. Milk h. Cereal i. Raisins

a. Potatoes b. Orange juice d. Lowfat yogurt e. Beans/Legumes f. Tuna g. Milk i. Raisins

Which of the following are good sources of iodine? Select all that apply. a. Shrimp b. Yogurt c. Spinach d. Chicken e. Seaweed f. Milk g. Fish

a. Shrimp b. Yogurt e. Seaweed f. Milk g. Fish

A patient is admitted to the hospital with blood clots despite taking her anti-coagulation medication. During your assessment, you identify she recently started taking a supplement. Which foods are high in this vitamin that will be part of your diet instruction? a. Spinach b. Brussel Sprouts c. Chicken d. Canola oil e. Carrots

a. Spinach b. Brussel Sprouts d. Canola oil

A woman tells her doctor that she would like to get pregnant. The doctor suggests she begin taking a supplement even before getting pregnant to prevent complications of the spinal column. What foods could the woman consume to increase her intakes of this vitamin? Select ALL that apply. a. Spinach b. Mushrooms c. Chicken d. White fortified bread e. Orange juice

a. Spinach e. Orange juice d. White fortified bread

Which vitamins affect bone health? Select ALL that apply. a. Vitamin A b. Vitamin D c. Folate d. Vitamin B12 e. Vitamin K f. Vitamin E

a. Vitamin A b. Vitamin D e. Vitamin K

Which of the following nutrients can enhance the absorption of non-heme iron? a. Vitamin C b. Calcium c. Potassium d. Thiamin

a. Vitamin C

People getting mild to moderate exercise can replenish electrolytes lost in sweat by: a. drinking the recommended amount of water b. replacing water with protein shakes c. eating an apple after exercise d. consuming a protein bar before exercise

a. drinking the recommended amount of water

A patient presents with painful "flushed" feeling in his face. Upon interviewing the patient, you discover he recently began taking large amounts of a vitamin supplement suggested by a store clerk that will help his cholesterol levels. What is the vitamin supplement taken in excess? a. niacin b. Vitamin C c. Vitamin B12 d. riboflavin

a. niacin

Which vitamin in excess can help reduce blood cholesterol? a. niacin b. folic acid c. thiamin d. ascorbic acid

a. niacin

What is likely to influence bioavailability of a vitamin? a. the method of food preparation b. the pH of the food c. the cost of the food product d. the presence of minerals

a. the method of food preparation

Which vitamins are part of the B complex vitamins? Select ALL that apply. a. thiamin b. riboflavin c. iron d. niacin e. zinc f. Vitamin B6 g. folate h. vitamin C i. vitamin B12

a. thiamin b. riboflavin d. niacin f. Vitamin B6 g. folate i. vitamin B12

Which of the following are true statements about selenium? Select all that apply. a. The selenium content of foods often depends on the selenium content of the air where it's grown. b. It is part of the structure of several antioxidant enzymes. c. It is found in foods such as meat, seafood, grains, and nuts. d. It is a water-soluble vitamin. e. It is part of the structure of lipoproteins. f. It is a trace mineral.

b. It is part of the structure of several antioxidant enzymes. c. It is found in foods such as meat, seafood, grains, and nuts. f. It is a trace mineral.

Which organ regulates water balance in the body? a. Thyroid gland b. Kidneys c. Liver d. Stomach

b. Kidneys

Which of the following are functions of water in the body? Check all that apply. a. Provide energy to the body b. Lubricate joints c. Facilitate chemical reactions d. Helps eliminate waste products from the body via the kidneys e. Helps transport oxygen and nutrients to cells f. Provides adequate levels of electrolytes to the body

b. Lubricate joints c. Facilitate chemical reactions d. Helps eliminate waste products from the body via the kidneys e. Helps transport oxygen and nutrients to cells

Pellagra is caused by a deficiency of: a. Thiamin b. Niacin c. Riboflavin d. Vitamin B6

b. Niacin

What causes oxidative stress? Select all that apply. a. Not enough free radicals b. Not enough antioxidants c. Too many free radicals d. Too many antioxidants

b. Not enough antioxidants c. Too many free radicals

Select all of the food sources of vitamin C. a. Bananas b. Oranges c. Tomatoes d. Milk e. Chicken f. Red Peppers g. Broccoli h. Fish i. Strawberries

b. Oranges c. Tomatoes f. Red Peppers g. Broccoli i. Strawberries

A patient presents with a sore throat, swollen, glossy tongue and cracks at the corners of the mouth. What is the vitamin deficiency? a. Vitamin A b. Riboflavin c. Folate d. Vitamin C

b. Riboflavin

Which of the following are significant sources of sodium? Check all that apply. a. Canned fruit b. Soup c. Cola d. Frozen meals e. Unsalted nuts f. Deli meats g. Sea salt h. Candy

b. Soup d. Frozen meals f. Deli meats g. Sea salt

A person taking supplements of a nutrient should pay special attention to its: a. RDA b. UL c. AI d. DRI

b. UL

An older patient diagnosed with atrophic gastritis presents to the ER with unexplained confusion and lethargy associated with anemia. Blood tests reveal macrocytic anemia. What vitamin deficiency is likely causing these problems? a. Riboflavin b. Vitamin B12 c. Vitamin C d. Niacin

b. Vitamin B12

Which nutrient enhances the absorption of calcium? a. Vitamin C b. Vitamin D c. Potassium d. Riboflavin

b. Vitamin D

Which vitamin is important to bone health? a. Folate b. Vitamin D c. Zinc d. Vitamin B12

b. Vitamin D

Which of the following is a good source of phosphorus? a. Spinach b. Yogurt c. Watermelon d. Cereal

b. Yogurt

A major difference between water soluble and fat soluble vitamins is: a. water soluble vitamins should be consumed in larger amounts than fat soluble b. excess fat soluble vitamins are stored in the body while excess water soluble are mostly excreted c. fat soluble vitamins are consumed in adequate amounts in foods while water soluble vitamins must be consumed in supplements d. water soluble vitamins are organic while fat soluble are inorganic

b. excess fat soluble vitamins are stored in the body while excess water soluble are mostly excreted.

n the majority of the cases, what is the development of a goiter associated with? a. addition of goitrogen substances in the diet b. iodine deficiency c. iodine excess d. living by the ocean

b. iodine deficiency

A 7-month-old infant presents with discolored (yellow-orange) skin. The infant has been introduced to several new foods. The diet consists of strained beef, spinach, sweet potato, and diluted apple juice. Which food in the baby's diet are likely the cause? Select ALL that apply. a. apple juice b. sweet potato c. spinach d. beef

b. sweet potato c. spinach

What risk is most likely to occur in alcoholics? a. riboflavin deficiency. b. thiamin deficiency. c. increased absorption of vitamin A d. increased absorption of folate

b. thiamin deficiency.

Which vitamins are fat soluble? Select ALL that apply. a. vitamin C b. vitamin D c. vitamin B12 d. thiamin e. vitamin K f. vitamin E g. folate h. vitamin B6 i. vitamin A

b. vitamin D e. vitamin K f. vitamin E i. vitamin A

An elderly man with poor dentition complains food doesn't taste right and has no appetite. What nutrient deficiency is he likely exhibiting? a. niacin b. zinc c. selenium d. iron

b. zinc