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