Review Questions

10 Questions

1. Which vitamin plays an important role in the body’s absorption of calcium? 
   

   1. Vitamin A
   2. Vitamin B12
   3. Vitamin C
   4. Vitamin D
   5. Vitamin K

2. Water intake is valuable for all of the following EXCEPT
   

   1. replenishing body fluids
      
   2. increasing the bulk of stool
      
   3. treating congestive heart failure
      
   4. aiding in nutrient absorption
      
   5. facilitating removal of waste products
      

3. Which of the following fat soluble vitamins is important for vision?

   1. Vitamin A
   2. Vitamin B2
      
   3. Vitamin D
   4. Vitamin K
   5. Riboflavin

4. Which of the following patients would most likely be linked to an electrolyte imbalance?
   

   1. An adult patient who eats 3 meals per day that incorporate all the food groups
      
   2. An adult patient with a history of anorexia as a teen that lasted 5 years
      
   3. An infant who is breastfed and refuses to take the bottle when being weaned
      
   4. A diabetic who has adjusted insulin to accommodate for additional exercise
      
   5. A cancer patient undergoing chemotherapy

5. The main nutrients consumed each day are

   1. carbohydrates
   2. fats
   3. proteins
   4. fibers
      
   5. vitamins
      

6. Which of these is a danger of fat-soluble vitamin intake?

   1. They interfere with other nutrients being absorbed into the body.
      
   2. They can accumulate and lead to toxicity.
      
   3. They lead to unnecessary expense since they will be excreted if taken in excess.
   4. They reduce the appetite, causing a decrease in consumption of other important nutrients.
      
   5. They cause constipation.
      

7. A patient who has diarrhea may benefit from which diet?

   1. Soft-food
   2. DASH
   3. BRAT
   4. Lactose-free
   5. Vegan
      

8. Which mineral is important for normal cardiac function?

   1. Potassium
   2. Sodium
   3. Chloride
   4. Fluoride
   5. Iodine

9. Which combination of nutrients is MOST beneficial for wound healing?
   

   1. Carbohydrates and iron
   2. Fiber and water
   3. Fats and vitamin D
   4. Protein and vitamin C
   5. Calcium and protein
      

10. An average of 3–5 servings per day should be consumed from which category?
    

    1. Dairy and cheese
    2. Meats
    3. Cereals
    4. Vegetables
    5. Fruits