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