Question 1

A good indicator of bone health is

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A)   bone mineral density.
B)   frame size.
C)   curvature of the spine.
D)   blood calcium concentration.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 2

In the body, 99 percent of calcium is found in

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A)   the liver.
B)   intracellular fluid.
C)   bones and teeth.
D)   nerve cells.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

The mineral that gives hardness to teeth and bones is

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A)   selenium.
B)   zinc.
C)   copper.
D)   fluoride.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 4

The best zinc source is

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A)   turkey.
B)   cheese.
C)   pears.
D)   potatoes.E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 5

Which of the following is true about selenium?

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A)   It is needed for insulin formation and use.
B)   An excess can cause hypertension.
C)   It acts as a cofactor in protein metabolism.
D)   It participates in antioxidant reactions.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 6

Systolic pressure refers to the pressure in the

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A)   veins when the heart is beating.
B)   veins when the heart is between beats.
C)   arteries when the heart is beating.
D)   arteries when the heart is between beats.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above C

Question 7

The two most significant extracellular ions are

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A)   sodium and chloride.
B)   phosphate and potassium.
C)   potassium and sodium.
D)   chloride and potassium.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 8

Mucus, saliva, and synovial (joint)  fluid exemplify water's role as a

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A)   lubricant.
B)   solvent.
C)   transport medium.
D)   participant in chemical reactions.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 9

Which of the following statements is true about iron?

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A)   65 percent of dietary iron is absorbed.
B)   An iron-deficient individual absorbs less iron than a person with good iron status.
C)   Excess dietary iron is excreted readily via the kidneys.
D)   Iron deficiency anemia is found among young children, adolescents, and menstruating women.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

Functions of chloride include all of the following EXCEPT

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A)   digestion.
B)   immunity.
C)   enzyme activation.
D)   nerve transmission.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C) C

Question 11

In anemia, examining the size and of the red blood cell helps indicate the nutrient cause of the disease.

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A)   color
B)   number
C)   density
D)   shapeE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 12

Aldosterone signals the kidneys to conserve

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A)   sodium.
B)   potassium.
C)   chloride.
D)   phosphate.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 13

Adult men need how much total water intake per day?

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A)   2.0 liters (8.5 cups) 
B)   2.7 liters (11 cups) 
C)   3.0 liters (13 cups) 
D)   3.7 liters (15 cups) E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 14

Exceeding the UL for phosphorus can lead to

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A)   kidney damage.
B)   excessive bone growth.
C)   blood clots.
D)   All of these choices are correct.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 15

Minerals are classified in which way?

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A)   Major minerals are needed in amounts of 500 mg per day or greater.
B)   Trace minerals are needed in amounts of 100 mg per day or less.
C)   Trace minerals are needed in amounts of 10 mg per day or less.
D)   Major minerals are needed in amounts of 200 mg per day or greater.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 16

All foods in their unprocessed form tend to be low in sodium EXCEPT

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A)   milk and dairy products.
B)   whole grains.
C)   legumes.
D)   fruits.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 17

Growth retardation and poor sexual development occur with a deficiency of

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A)   molybdenum.
B)   manganese.
C)   choline.
D)   zinc.E) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

Composed primarily of water, metabolic wastes, and minerals, the body's major waste product is

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A)   bile.
B)   feces.
C)   sweat.
D)   urine.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 19

As far as diet is concerned, a person wanting to reduce the risk of developing hypertension would want to do all of the following EXCEPT

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A)   eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.
B)   not salt food at the table or use it in cooking.
C)   eat lots of prepackaged and canned foods.
D)   eat a kilocalorie-controlled diet to maintain a desirable body weight.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 20

Which of the following meals would be suitable for a person following a low-sodium diet?

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A)   Chicken noodle soup, oyster crackers, and a tossed green salad with ranch dressing
B)   Chicken tenders, French fries, and sliced apples from a fast food restaurant
C)   A homemade chicken casserole made with canned green beans and cream of mushroom soup
D)   Homemade oven-baked chicken, buttered rice, and steamed fresh green beansE) A) and C)
F) B) and C) D

Exam 9: Water and Minerals

A good indicator of bone health is

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In the body, 99 percent of calcium is found in

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The mineral that gives hardness to teeth and bones is

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The best zinc source is

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Which of the following is true about selenium?

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Systolic pressure refers to the pressure in the

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The two most significant extracellular ions are

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Mucus, saliva, and synovial (joint) fluid exemplify water's role as a

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Which of the following statements is true about iron?

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Functions of chloride include all of the following EXCEPT

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In anemia, examining the size and of the red blood cell helps indicate the nutrient cause of the disease.

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Aldosterone signals the kidneys to conserve

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Adult men need how much total water intake per day?

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Exceeding the UL for phosphorus can lead to

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Minerals are classified in which way?

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All foods in their unprocessed form tend to be low in sodium EXCEPT

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Growth retardation and poor sexual development occur with a deficiency of

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Composed primarily of water, metabolic wastes, and minerals, the body's major waste product is

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As far as diet is concerned, a person wanting to reduce the risk of developing hypertension would want to do all of the following EXCEPT

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