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Below are the questions for the exam with the choices of answers:
Question #1
A When the body needs more calcium, proteins in the intestinal lining increase its absorption.
B There is an unlimited amount of calcium storage capacity in bones and teeth.
C The greatest amount of calcium is absorbed from plant sources.
D
E When the body has enough calcium, proteins in the bloodstream carry calcium to where it is needed.
F Regulation of calcium metabolism is not very tight because there is a wide range of normal values.
Question #2
A aids in enzymatic activity for energy metabolism
B acts as a buffer
C
D prevents anemia
E transports oxygen in the blood
Question #3
A iodine; chloride
B calcium; magnesium
C iron; zinc
D potassium; chloride
E sodium; potassium
Question #4
A a gene expression test
B by ruling out all other possible causes of bone loss
C a standard X-ray
D a DEXA scan
E a blood test
Question #5
A soft water
B spring water
C hard water
D natural water
E distilled water
Question #6
A TRUE
B FALSE
Question #7
A Chromium supplements help prevent diabetes in people at risk for developing it.
B No benefit for reducing body fat with chromium supplements has been proven.
C Chromium supplements have been shown to increase muscle mass, but only in elite athletes.
D Chromium supplementation leads to an increased risk of developing cancer.
E In diabetics, chromium is used to maintain blood glucose within normal limits.
Question #8
A magnesium
B calcium
C zinc
D sodium
E iron
Question #9
A milk
B deli meat
C celery
D sweet potatoes
E bananas
Question #10
A a 70-year-old female who smokes
B a 12-year-old male with a body mass index (BMI) of 21
C a 50-year-old male who eats a high-protein diet
D a 50-year-old female who works outdoors
E post-menopausal female with a BMI of 25
Question #11
A iron
B selenium
C calcium
D zinc
E copper
Question #12
A Water acts as a lubricant around joints.
B Water aids in the maintenance of the body’s temperature.
C Water cleanses the tissues and blood of wastes.
D Water is a good source of energy.
E Water participates in the body’s chemical reactions.
Question #13
A part of cell DNA and RNA
B prevents osteoarthritis
C maintains normal pulmonary gas exchange
D helps maintain pH of blood
E essential for muscle contractions
Question #14
A vitamin A
B vitamin K
C copper
D vitamin D
E magnesium
Question #15
A magnesium, vitamin D
B zinc, selenium
C Phosphorus, calcium
D Calcium , phosphorus
Question #16
A Regulates body temperature, lubricates joints, and maintains acid–base balance.
B Regulates body temperature, lubricates joints, and acts as a universal solvent.
C Regulates body temperature and lubricates joints.
D All are important functions of water.
Question #17
A almonds and pinto beans
B spinach and strawberries
C Swiss chard and rhubarb
D citrus fruits and soybeans
E broccoli and rutabaga
Question #18
A TRUE
B FALSE
Question #19
A It is a medical emergency.
B It will resolve without intervention.
C It disrupts the heartbeat.
D It can be caused by vomiting and diarrhea.
E It can lead to death.
Question #20
A 20 percent
B 35 percent
C 40 percent
D 60 percent
E 85 percent
