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