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