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Exam 3

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What is another name for Vitamin A?   Retinol  
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Food sources for Vitamin A are what?   Foods derived from animal products, fish liver oils, liver, egg yolk, butter and creams  
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Food sources for Beta-Carotene are?   dark green leafy veggies; collard greens, kale, and spinach. dark orange; carrots, sweet potatoes, yams, pumpkins, melon, and apricots.  
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A natural source of vitamin D is   Fish oil  
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What is required for the synthesis of vitamin D to occur?   "Calcitriol" which is the activated hormone form of vitamin D  
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What would cause inadequate Vitamin D circulating in the blood?   lack of sun exposure  
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Examples of foods that are fortified with Vitamin D are?   Milk, butter, margarine, soy, rice milk products.  
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Another name for Vitamin E is?   Tocopherol  
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Food sources for Vitamin E are?   Vegetable oils(wheat germ, soybean, safflower) nuts, seeds and fortified cereals  
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Food sources for Vitamin K are?   green leafy, spinach, collard greens, and kale  
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What are the signs of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) deficiency? What type of people are more susceptible?   Signs are: tissue bleeding, easy bruising, bleeding gums, tooth loss, poor wound healing, scurvy "Smokers are more susceptible"  
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Food sources for Vitamin C   citrus fruits, bell peppers, kiwis, berries, broccoli, tomato juice  
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What is another name for Vitamin B?   Thiamin  
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When would an increase of Thiamin intake be necessary?   During pregnancy, lactation, and diseases/conditions that accelerate metabolism, such as fever  
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What is another name for Vitamin B3?   Niacin  
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What is are good sources of foods for Vitamin B3/niacin?   meat, poultry, fish, enriched and whole grain bread, bread products, and ready to eat cereals, peanuts  
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What are good sources of Folate?   (found in plants and animals) green leafy veggies, orange juice, legumes, chicken livers  
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In what types of foods can Phytochemicals be found?   Foods derived from animals and those that have been processed and refined. Consuming colorful variety of fruits, veggies, whole grains, nuts.  
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What two minerals are involved in bone formation?   Calcium and Phosphorus  
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What food sources are good for calcium and phosphorus?   milk, milk products  
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What factors play an important role in causing osteoporosis?   Calcium deficiency, lack of physical activity, and side effects of medications  
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Good sources of Calcium are   milk products, yogurt, cheese, ice cream  
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3 metabolic processes that Phosphorus plays a role in are   Bone and tooth formation Energy Metabolism Acid Base Balance  
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What types of foods are rich in phosphorus?   high protein foods, milk products, meat, fish, and eggs  
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What types of food does sodium content far exceed the recommended intake ranges?   processed foods  
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What type of situation can lead to potassium deficiency (Hypokalemia)?   prolonged vomiting/diarrhea malnutrition surgery  
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Potassium foods sources are?   Unprocessed foods, fruits(oranges/bananas), vegetables, fish, whole grains, legumes, seeds and milk products.  
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What can decrease potassium levels in foods?   when fruits or veggies are boiled or blanced  
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What is the trace element iron needed in the body for?    
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What needs to be consumed to enhance the absorption of nonheme iron?   When iron is taken with Vitamin C  
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What is the function of iodine?   synthesized by the thyroid gland and that helps to control the basal metabolic rate.  
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What is the most reliable source of iodine in U.S. diets?   Iodized table salt  
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Food sources for selenium are   Pork, turkey, lamb, chicken, and organ meats, brazil nuts  
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What type of people have a higher body water content?   Individuals with psychiatric disorders such as polydipsia  
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What are the 2 main types of particles that control water balance in the body? What is their effect on water?   electrolytes and plasma proteins  
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What type of molecules are involved in COP?   Plasma proteins and cellular proteins  
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What is needed for osmosis to occur?   diffusion  
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What substances can pass through capillary membranes?   Water and nutrients  
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What is the treatment for a child that has persistent vomiting or prolonged diarrhea?   oral rehydration therapy  
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Mary wants to increase her intake of foods rich in B-carotene. Which of the following foods would be the best source? Whole-wheat bread, Spinach, Scrambled egg, or wheat germ.   Spinach  
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Vitamin D deficiency is more common in people who have darker skin and live at?   higher latitudes  
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The best menu choice for a patient with a severe wound who need adequate vitamin C to help promote healing would be?   Stuffed green pepper  
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Dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia, and death characterize toxic symptoms associated with   Pellagra  
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A deficiency disease caused by a lack of dietary Niacin(Vitamin B3) and an inadequate amount of protein that contains amino acid tryptophan is called   Pellagra  
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Megaloblastic anemia is associated with   Folate deficiency  
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What is an essential part of the antioxidant enzyme?   Selenium  
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It would be beneficial for a 65 yr old woman to consume foods with calcium that are well absorbed such as   yogurt  
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Phosphorus functions in metabolic processes to maintain health by   Capturing energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate  
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A patient with high blood pressure is recommended to reduce sodium intake in the diet. a food choice that should be limited is   Olive and feta cheese salad  
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Hypothyroidism is characterized by   Thin course hair, weight gain, poor cold tolerance  
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