Question 1

Regular exercise along with adequate intakes of fluid and fiber are lifestyle strategies to prevent or treat

Accepted Answer

A)  osteoarthritis.
B)  diarrhea.
C)  gallstones.
D)  constipation.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 2

Aging most likely is the result of

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A)  slow cell death.
B)  acute death of an organ.
C)  complete death of the immune system.
D)  slow cell multiplication.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 3

Consuming adequate protein and ______ helps maximize the health of the immune system in elderly individuals.

Accepted Answer

A)  selenium
B)  copper
C)  calcium
D)  zincE) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 4

Food habits of older adults may be influenced by

Accepted Answer

A)  reduced taste sensitivity.
B)  increased physical mobility.
C)  enhanced thirst response.
D)  production of melatonin.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 5

Which of the following would be included in a basic plan for health promotion and disease prevention?

Accepted Answer

A)  Getting 4-6 hours of sleep a night.
B)  Consuming a plant-based dietary pattern
C)  Smoking e-cigarettes
D)  Consuming 3 to 5 ounces of alcohol dailyE) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 6

Which of the following typically increases with aging?

Accepted Answer

A)  Thirst
B)  Lean tissue levels
C)  Immune function
D)  Fat storesE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 7

Match between columns
                        Premises: This hormone circulates at high concentrations in young men but falls during aging
Loss of muscle mass
The average length of life for a given group of people born in a specific year
Tendency for efficient use of energy that predisposes a person to weight gain
Process by which glucose attaches to and damages proteins.
The extent to which an organ can preserve essentially normal function despite decreasing cell number or cell activity
The potential oldest age a person can reach
Unit of renal cells that filters wastes from the bloodstream and deposits them into the urine
Delay of onset of disabilities caused by chronic diseases
Substance found in high amounts in fish that may enhance mental function and reduce depression

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Testosterone and Reserve capacity and Life span is...

Question 8

Because elderly individuals need similar amounts of nutrients compared to their younger counterparts but fewer kilocalories,they should focus on diet plans that emphasize

Accepted Answer

A)  nutrient density.
B)  energy density.
C)  liquid calories.
D)  fat.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

The maximum number of years a human can live is called

Accepted Answer

A)  life morbidity.
B)  life span.
C)  life cycle staging.
D)  life expectancy.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 10

Which of the following is not part of the DETERMINE acronym?

Accepted Answer

A)  Eating poorly
B)  Depression
C)  Economic hardship
D)  Multiple medicationsE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

Edna,age 75,does not tolerate dairy products well.Which of the following practices would be most appropriate for Edna to increase calcium levels?

Accepted Answer

A)  Eat more meat
B)  Decrease protein intake
C)  Eliminate all dairy
D)  Consume small amounts of milk at mealtimeE) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 12

A genetic tendency toward efficient use of energy that results in below-average energy requirements and increased storage of calories as fat is called

Accepted Answer

A)  energy reserve.
B)  thrifty metabolism.
C)  homeostasis.
D)  thrifty reserve.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 13

Long-term aspirin use by an elderly person could increase the need for what nutrient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Calcium
B)  Potassium
C)  Thiamin
D)  IronE) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 14

Barbara is 65 years of age and her doctor finds her mental function is declining.Which of the following may significantly impact mental status?

Accepted Answer

A)  Avoiding brain games
B)  Maintaining a sedentary lifestyle
C)  Eating a primary plant-based diet
D)  Taking nutrition supplementsE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 15

Where is the chief site of alcohol metabolism?

Accepted Answer

A)  Brain
B)  Stomach
C)  Liver
D)  KidneysE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 16

Which of the following is true about aging?

Accepted Answer

A)  Aging is a disease.
B)  Models have been designed that are very predictive of the aging process.
C)  The rate of aging is based on heredity and no amount of lifestyle modification can alter it.
D)  Development of chronic disease is not an inevitable consequence of aging.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 17

Elements of the Go4Life campaign from the National Institute on Aging include endurance,strength,balance,and

Accepted Answer

A)  nutrient density.
B)  flexibility.
C)  yoga.
D)  mindfulness.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 18

A single older adult who has been losing weight involuntarily may benefit from

Accepted Answer

A)  participation in a congregate meal program.
B)  antidepressant medications.
C)  bed rest.
D)  low-dose aspirin.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 19

Which of the following would not benefit an Alzheimer's patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Regular physical activity
B)  Limiting all sun exposure
C)  Eating fish two times per week
D)  Limiting intake of saturated and trans fatE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 20

Currently,life expectancy in North America is about ______ years for men and ______ for women.

Accepted Answer

A)  78;71
B)  75;75
C)  78;80
D)  76;81E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Exam 20: Nutrition During Adulthood

Which of the following would be included in a basic plan for health promotion and disease prevention?

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Barbara is 65 years of age and her doctor finds her mental function is declining.Which of the following may significantly impact mental status?

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A single older adult who has been losing weight involuntarily may benefit from

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Elements of the Go4Life campaign from the National Institute on Aging include endurance,strength,balance,and

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Edna,age 75,does not tolerate dairy products well.Which of the following practices would be most appropriate for Edna to increase calcium levels?

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Which of the following typically increases with aging?

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Which of the following would not benefit an Alzheimer's patient?

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Where is the chief site of alcohol metabolism?

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Because elderly individuals need similar amounts of nutrients compared to their younger counterparts but fewer kilocalories,they should focus on diet plans that emphasize

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Regular exercise along with adequate intakes of fluid and fiber are lifestyle strategies to prevent or treat

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Aging most likely is the result of

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A genetic tendency toward efficient use of energy that results in below-average energy requirements and increased storage of calories as fat is called

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Which of the following is true about aging?

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Consuming adequate protein and ______ helps maximize the health of the immune system in elderly individuals.

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Which of the following is not part of the DETERMINE acronym?

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Food habits of older adults may be influenced by

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Currently,life expectancy in North America is about years for men and for women.

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Long-term aspirin use by an elderly person could increase the need for what nutrient?

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The maximum number of years a human can live is called

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Barbara is 65 years of age and her doctor finds her mental function is declining.Which of the following may significantly impact mental status?

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Match the following descriptions with terms below.

A single older adult who has been losing weight involuntarily may benefit from

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Elements of the Go4Life campaign from the National Institute on Aging include endurance,strength,balance,and

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Edna,age 75,does not tolerate dairy products well.Which of the following practices would be most appropriate for Edna to increase calcium levels?

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Which of the following typically increases with aging?

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Which of the following would not benefit an Alzheimer's patient?

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Where is the chief site of alcohol metabolism?

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Because elderly individuals need similar amounts of nutrients compared to their younger counterparts but fewer kilocalories,they should focus on diet plans that emphasize

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Regular exercise along with adequate intakes of fluid and fiber are lifestyle strategies to prevent or treat

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A genetic tendency toward efficient use of energy that results in below-average energy requirements and increased storage of calories as fat is called

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