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all quizzes chapter 5,6, 13,
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Which of the floowing psychiatric disorders causes the most deaths among women? | anorexia nervosa |
| Which of the following eating disorders is associtaed with obesity? | binge eating disoder |
| the DSM-IV describes an eating disorder not otherwise specified as | a variety of atypical eating behaviors used to maintain or lower body weight |
| Impulsive, low self esteem, seeks attention, extroverted and erratic desctibe personality traits of? | bulimia nervosa |
| Which group has the highest incidence of eating disorders? | Caucasian females |
| which of the best describes an eating disorder? | a psychiartic disorder that requires a physician's diagnosis |
| to be a diagnostic symptom of bulimia nervosa, binge eating musch occur on average at least ____ for three months | twice a week |
| Night Eating Syndrome is associate4d with low levels of the hormone? | melantonin |
| What percentage of US women have bulimia nervosa? | 1-4% |
| What is meant by the notion that eating behaviors are conditioned? | Previous experiences, such as those that occur during childhood, affect our current response to food and eating behaviors |
| Which of the following is not a method of purging? | grazing |
| Obessive compulsive, perfectionism, socially inhibited, compliant, and emotionally restrained describe personality traits of | anorexia nervosa |
| All of the following describe characteristics of the female athelte traid except | diabetes mellitus |
| Which of the following is NOT a health problem associated with anorexia nervosa? | elevated HDL cholesterol |
| Behaviors associated with binge eating disorders do not include | fasting |
| the type of eating disorder characterized by episodes of binging and purging is | bulimia nervosa |
| which of the following eating disorders is the most common among men? | binge eating disorder |
| which of the following sports is frequently associated with its female athletes being at risk for developing the female athlete triad? | swimming and diving |
| Which of the following family characteristics is NOT associated with anorexia nervosa? | angry and disruptive family environment |
| For most adults, it is difficult to get adequate nutrients if eating less than ________ kcals a day | 1,600-1,800 |
| All of the following are associated with binge eating EXCEPT: | weight loss |
| Which of the following BEST explains why individuals with anorexia nervosa have an increased risk for developing osteoporosis? | decreased estrogen production |
| What are the standard criteria used for diagnosing an eating disorder? | Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders |
| Which of the following eating disorder is not described in the DSM-IV? | night eating syndrome |
| The concept that disordered eating occurs "on a continuum" refers to which of the following? | Different eating behaviors occur on a spectrum that can't be divided precisely. |
| According to the American Psychiatric Association, anorexic nervosa is diagnosed when body weight is less than ________ percent of expected height and weight. | 85 |
| Which of the following BEST describes disordered eating? | general term that describes a variety of abnormal or atypical eating behaviors |
| Chronic dieting can result in: | an increased risk of developing a psychiatric eating disorder, a decrease in BMR, the loss of lean body mass |
| Which of the following would NOT be an appropriate treatment strategy in treating someone with anorexia nervosa? | minimum weight gain of five pounds/week |
| Which of the following is NOT a typical warning sign of bulimia nervosa? | weight loss |
| Which of the following increases one's risk of developing an eating disorder? | having a sibling with an eating disorder |
| Obsessive-compulsive, perfectionism, socially inhibited, compliant, and emotionally restrained describe personality traits of: | anorexia nervosa |
| Which of the following eating disorders is associated with obesity? | binge eating disorder |
| Which of the following BEST describes an episode of binge eating? | eating a large amount of food in a short period of time |
| Which of the following BEST describes why the body reduces nonvital body functions in untreated anorexia nervosa? | The body needs to conserve energy |
| Which of the following BEST explains why adolescents are more vulnerable to the unrealistic media images of the "perfect body" than are adults? | Adolescents are developing their personal identity |
| Which of the following symptoms is characteristic of bulimia nervosa? | episodes of extreme overeating |
| In which of the following sports are male athletes at greater risk for developing bulimia nervosa? | wrestling |
| What percentage of individuals diagnosed with anorexia nervosa are women | 90-95% |
| Warning signs of the female athlete triad include | execessive dieting, stress fractures, excessive execrise |
| Which of the following is/are symptomatic of anorexia nervosa? | refusal to maintain body weight at a minimally normal weight for age and height, and absence of a mestrual cycle > 3 months |
| Currently, the best known treatment of eating disorders | a team management approach |
| Chronic dieters have elevated cortisol levels. What is cortisol? | a stress hormone |
| Which of the following fatty acids is generally solid at room temperature? | saturated |
| As of January 1, 2006, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration required food manufacturers to list ________ content on the Nutrition Facts Panel of their products. | trans fatty acid |
| All of the following are major classes of dietary lipids EXCEPT: | glycogens |
| Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are metabolic derivatives of: | alpha-linolenic acid |
| To lower cardiovascular risk it is recommended that we consume less than ________ of our total daily caloric intake from saturated fat. | 7%-10% |
| Which of the following describes lipids? | organic nutrients that are insoluble in water |
| All of the following regarding LDL cholesterol is true except | LDL cholesterol is more harmful if it is a larger sized molecule |
| How many calories are potentially provided by 25 grams of fat? | 225 kilocalories |
| The Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Range for fat is ________ of total energy intake. | 20-35% |
| Lab results for your patient's lipid profile are sent to you. Which of the following results warrants follow up intervention? | HDL of 20 |
| Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the process of hydrogenation? | Hydrogenation creates a "heart healthy" product |
| In the small intestine ________ breaks apart triglycerides so they can be taken up by the cell. | lipoprotein lipase |
| Which of the following is a rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids? | corn oil |
| To facilitate the digestion of dietary fats, the gallbladder stores and releases a substance known as: | bile |
| is(are) the key structural component of a cell's membrane | Phospholipids |
| Which of the following food items would contain the highest amount of saturated fat? | butter |
| Why are phospholipids NOT an essential nutrient? | Our bodies manufacture phospholipids |
| Which of the following is a rich source of omega-6 fatty acids? | margarine made from corn oil |
| The production of endogenous VLDL is decreased by: | exercise |
| Which of the following statement is FALSE about sterols? | Sterols contain a glycerol backbone and one fatty acid. |
| Which of the following food items would contain the highest amount of saturated fat? | butter |
| Transport vehicles for most lipids are called | lipoproteins |
| Which of the following health problems has been associated with high intakes of fat replacers? | gastrointestinal distress |
| One potential problem with a very low-fat diet is that it may be deficient in: | essential fatty acids |
| Which of the following ingredients would alert you to the likely presence of trans-fatty acids in a product? | hydrogenated vegetable oil |
| Cholesterol must be provided by the diet because it is needed to make vitamin D and steroid hormones. | false |
| Where in the body are the majority of triglycerides stored for future energy needs? | adipose tissue |
| All of the following organs assist in the digestion of lipids EXCEPT the: | large intestine |
| The two essential fatty acids are: | linoleic and alpha-linolenic acid |
| What is the primary form of lipid in the diet? | triglycerides |
| Which of the following species of fish would likely contain the highest levels of contaminants? | Swordfish |
| What is the leading cause of death in the United States? | heart disease |
| Which of the following foods contains invisible fats? | chocolate cake |
| Diets high in trans-fatty acids are associated with: | increased blood cholesterol levels |
| Which of the following statements is TRUE about trans fatty acids? | They are created during the hydrogenation process |
| During exercise, which of the following triggers the breakdown of stored fat? | adrenaline |
| Which lipoprotein transports dietary fat out of the small intestine? | chylomicron |
| Which of the following is a fat replacer? | olestra |
| Research has found the strongest association between dietary fat intake and what type of cancer? | prostate |
| Sex hormones and adrenal hormones are substances derived from which class of lipid? | sterols |
| Which of the following is NOT a function of fat in the human body? | Fat provides an immediate source of energy during exercise. |
| Fat provides an immediate source of energy during exercise. | Triglycerides |
| Triglycerides are classified by: | the shape of the fatty acids, the length of the fatty acids, the saturation of fatty acids |
| The vast majority of fat digestion and absorption occurs in the: | small intestine |
| Which of the following foods are rich sources of monounsaturated fatty acids? | olive oil and cashew nuts |
| A fatty acid that contains a chain of 10 carbons and one double bond is termed a | monounsaturated, medium chain fatty acid |
| The process of adding hydrogen to an unsaturated fatty acid and creating a more solid fat is called: | hydrogenation |
| Jermaine's doctor has recommended that he start following a "heart healthy diet." Which of the following recommendations would help Jermaine in this effort? | select liquid or tub margarine, eat more fish such as herring and salmon, eat more beans and lentils |
| A triglyceride includes: | 3 fatty acids and 1 glycerol |
| The process of combining two incomplete proteins to make a complete protein is called: | mutual supplementation |
| Significant chemical digestion of protein begins in the: | stomach |
| The genetic disease in which hemoglobin changes shape and the red blood cells become stiff and sticky is called: | sickle cell anemia |
| The process through which mRNA copies genetic information from DNA and carries it to the ribosome is called: | transcription |
| Which of the following statements is FALSE? | The body stores excess protein primarily for energy reserves. |
| Of the 20 amino acids relevant to the human body, how many are considered nonessential? | eleven |
| What dictates the structure of a protein molecule synthesized by the body? | the DNA inside the nucleus of the cell |
| Which of the following is used to measure protein quality? | the digestibility of the protein, the amount of essential amino acids present, the protein efficiency ratio |
| All of the following are parts of an amino acid molecule EXCEPT: | a fatty acid group |
| The process of transferring the amine group from one amino acid to another is called | transamination |
| Oligopeptides are a string of ________ amino acids. | 4-9 |
| Which part of an individual amino acid distinguishes it from other amino acids? | side chain |
| Which of the following is NOT a major function of protein in the human body? | providing energy to the body |
| Which of the following proteins are fundamental to the immune system? | antibodies |
| In what structure of the mammalian cell are proteins synthesized? | ribosome |
| Which of the following foods is a source of complete proteins? | chicken |
| Proteases are: | enzymes that break down protein |
| A plasma protein associated with nutrition status that is frequently measured in patient populations is | albumin |
| A complete protein: | contains all 9 essential amino acids |
| Eating excessive amount of protein on a regular basis pose no problem to healthy individuals because proteins are deaminated and excreted in the urine. | false |
| Which of the following would have the lowest PDCAAS score? | bread |
| Two amino acids are joined together by a peptide bond to form a dipeptide. What is the by-product of this process? | water |
| The specific function of a protein is determined by: | its three dimensional shape |
| A protein's ________ structure refers to the twisting, spiral shape formed by the sequence and chemical properties of its amino acids. | secondary |
| Which of the following statements is FALSE? | HCl inhibits the digestion of fat so it does not compete with protein digestion. |
| The type of vegetarian who eats vegetables, grains, fruits, and milk but excludes all other types of animal protein is called a: | lacto-vegetarian |
| Benito is a healthy 19-year-old college student who is sedentary. He is 5'11" tall and weighs 175 pounds. How many grams of protein would you recommend he consume each day? | 64 grams |
| Which of the following is NOT typically a nutrient of concern for vegans? | vitamin C |
| John consumed 1 serving of milk, and 4 ounces of meat as a part of his lunch. How many grams of protein did he consume according to Exchange System estimates? | 36 |
| What element makes protein different from carbohydrate and fat? | nitrogen |
| Which of the following is a genetic disorder resulting in debilitating protein abnormalities? | cystic fibrosis |
| Vegetarian diets are associated with increased consumption of ________. | antioxidants |
| The part of the protein molecule that carries nitrogen is the: | amine group |
| Which of the following individuals is most likely to be in positive negative balance? | a 9-year-old girl who is experiencing a growth spurt |
| Which of the following is the most complete protein from a plant source? | soybeans |
| All of the following conditions warrants consideration and mainipulation of dietary protein except? | heart disease |
| An acid-base imbalance can result in: | acidosis of the blood, coma and death, the denaturing of body proteins |
| During the process of protein synthesis, ________ is the step in which messenger RNA is decoded into an amino acid sequence at the cell's ribosome. | translation |
| The absorption of proteins occurs in the: | small intestine |
| Which of the following supplements would you recommend a vegan add to his/her diet? | vitamin B12 |
| Well-planned vegetarian diets can reduce the risk of all of the following chronic diseases EXCEPT: | anemia |
| The type of protein-energy malnutrition characterized by a general lack of protein, energy, and nutrients in the diet is called: | marasmus |
| Milk curdles when lemon juice is added to it. The change that occurs in the protein is called: | denaturation |
| Which of the following is associated with kwashiorkor? | loss of hair, distended edematous abdomen, enlarged fatty liver |
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