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A person has a hormonal disorder in which their stomach constantly secretes ghrelin. Predict the effect of this disorder.

The person will never feel hungry.
The person will constantly feel hungry.
The person will have an increased metabolic rate.
The person will have an increased metabolic rate, but no abnormal effect on appetite.
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Sarah eats fruits, vegetables and dairy, but no meat or eggs. She is a(n)__________.

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A person has a hormonal disorder in which their stomach constantly secretes ghrelin. Predict the effect of this disorder. The person will never feel hungry. The person will constantly feel hungry. The person will have an increased metabolic rate. The person will have an increased metabolic rate, but no abnormal effect on appetite. The person will constantly feel hungry.
Sarah eats fruits, vegetables and dairy, but no meat or eggs. She is a(n)__________. lacto-vegetarian ovo-vegetarian vegan pesco-vegetarian lacto-vegetarian
Candy and sugary desserts are associated with weight gain. Why would candy and sugary foods, containing carbohydrates, cause an increase in body fat? Carbohydrates, once broken down into glucose, can be used in lipogenesis and be converted into fats for storage, adding to body fat content. Any nutrient that is present in excess will be stored in adipose tissue, increasing body fat content. Carbohydrates, once broken down into glucose, can be used in lipogenesis and be converted into fats for storage, adding to body fat content.
Vanessa takes many vitamin supplements, claiming that they give her energy. She is mistaken because cells preferentially use__________ for energy. minerals amino acids proteins carbohydrates carbohydrates
Sarah is trying to understand the principle of energy balance so she can develop a diet plan. What is an important fact for her to understand? If energy expenditure exceeds caloric intake, it creates a positive energy balance. This leads to weight loss. If energy expenditure exceeds caloric intake, it creates a negative energy balance. This leads to weight loss. If caloric intake exceeds energy expenditure, it creates a negative energy balance. This leads to weight loss. If energy expenditure exceeds caloric intake, it creates a negative energy balance. This leads to weight loss.
What is the effect of potassium deficiency in the body? Dry skin Brittle bones Muscle spasms Cardiac arrythmias Cardiac arrythmias
Why might a protein deficiency be accompanied by edema? Protein deficiency results in a decrease in colloid osmotic pressure. Protein deficiency causes an increase in blood pressure. Protein deficiency causes vasodilation of capillaries throughout the body. Protein deficiency causes a decrease in antidiuretic hormone (ADH) secretion. Protein deficiency results in a decrease in colloid osmotic pressure.
As a child, Sherry was poor and did not eat very well. A certain vitamin deficiency hindered development of the light-sensitive pigments in her eyes, and now she has poor vision in low-light environments. Which of the following vitamins should she take to improve her vision? Vitamin A Vitamin B12 Vitamin D Vitamin K Vitamin A
A group of people have their BMI scores calculated: Jordan has a BMI of 26. Matt has a BMI of 21. Kelsey has a BMI score of 29. Heather has a BMI score of 31. Chad has a BMI of 23. Which of these people is considered obese by the BMI standards? Jordan Heather Matt Chad Heather
Ashmi is 5'10" and weighs 160 pounds. According to the BMI chart, is she at a healthy weight? Yes, she is at a healthy weight. No, she is underweight. No, she is overweight. No, she is obese. Yes, she is at a healthy weight.
What compound replenishes cellular glucose supplies once supplies are depleted? Triglycerides Proteins Amino acids Glycogen Glycogen
A negative nitrogen balance results from a net loss of__________. monosaccharides amino acids genes macronutrients amino acids
What process occurs during the catabolism of proteins for energy? Deamination Glycogenolysis Glycolysis Beta oxidation Deamination
Which factor does not affect basal metabolic rate (BMR)? Body size Body temperature The level of endocrine activity The composition of the diet The composition of the diet
What does BMI measure? Weight in proportion to height The amount of body fat Volume in proportion to area The basal metabolic rate Weight in proportion to height
Deficiency of vitamin__________ causes night blindness. A C D K A
Deficiency of vitamin__________ causes osteomalacia. A C D E D
What do all B vitamins have in common? All are produced by the body and are non-essential. All are involved in the oxidation of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. All are lipid-soluble. All are amino acids. All are involved in the oxidation of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.
What condition is associated with lack of intrinsic factor and decreased absorption of cyanobalamin? Pernicious anemia Pellagra Megaloblastic anemia Scurvy Pernicious anemia
What condition can result from excess calcium in the diet? Deposition of calcium in soft tissue Brittle teeth Cracked fingernails Stunted growth Deposition of calcium in soft tissue
Individuals at highest risk for developing anorexia nervosa are__________. infants adolescents adults children adolescents
Which of the following describes the potential changes in basal metabolic rate (BMR) throughout life? Increases continually throughout life Increases from birth to age five, then declines, then peaks in adolescence, then drops during adulthood Increases or decreases depending upon how much a person exercises Remains the same throughout life. Increases from birth to age five, then declines, then peaks in adolescence, then drops during adulthood
Which is not a medical condition that affects the ability to obtain adequate nutrition? Tooth decay Depression Periodontal disease Osteomalacia Osteomalacia
Why might Vitamin A deficiency take years to become noticeable? It is difficult to eat too many carrots. Most vitamin A leaves the body in urine. The liver stores it. The symptoms are mostly unnoticeable. The liver stores it.
What is the condition that results from poor nutrition, lack of nutrients, or the failure to use them? Malnutrition Malabsorption Food intolerance Food allergy Malnutrition
Treatment with antibiotic drugs is sometimes followed by a deficiency of vitamin__________. A C D K K
Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are classified as__________. nanonutrients micronutrients macronutrients piconutrients macronutrients
Cells of the__________ system require a continuous supply of glucose. muscular respiratory digestive nervous nervous
What monosaccarides are part of RNA and DNA? Glucose and galactose Sucrose and fructose Ribose and deoxyribose Glucose and glycogen Ribose and deoxyribose
Which of the following is not lipid? Triglycerides Vegetable oil Cholesterol Tyrosine Tyrosine
Which of the following is high in monounsaturated fats? Olive oil Butter Palm oil Coconut oil Olive oil
Which of the following provide(s) a source of complete proteins? Eggs Corn Rice Wheat Eggs
How many essential amino acids are needed by adults? 2 4 6 8 8
A large calorie (kilocalorie) equals the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of a kilogram of water by__________ degree(s) Celsius. 0.1 1 10 100 1
What are examples of fat-soluble vitamins? Vitamin C and E B-complex vitamins Vitamins A, D, and K Vitamins A and B-complex vitamins Vitamins A, D, and K
Which of the following vitamins can promote intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphorus? Vitamin A Vitamin K Niacin Vitamin D Vitamin D
Intrinsic factor is important in the absorption of__________. biotin folacin vitamin B6 vitamin B12 vitamin B12
The vitamin that functions as part of coenzyme A is___________. pyridoxine pantothenic acid niacin riboflavin pantothenic acid
Which of the following vitamins is necessary for production of collagen? Vitamin D Vitamin C Thiamine Biotin Vitamin C
Which of the following is a trace element? Magnesium Sulfur Iron Chlorine Iron
What is a function of iron in the body? Needed for synthesis of hemoglobin Needed for blood clotting process Needed for synthesis of thyroid hormone Needed for activation of digestive enzymes Needed for synthesis of hemoglobin
Kwashiorkor may develop in children who have a dietary deficiency of__________. carbohydrates lipids proteins fiber proteins
Chapter 18 Study Material J. Garrison
 



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