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Below are the questions for the exam with the choices of answers:
Question #1
A There is an unlimited amount of calcium storage capacity in bones and teeth.
B When the body needs more calcium, proteins in the intestinal lining increase its absorption.
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
Question #2
A
B prevents anemia
C aids in enzymatic activity for energy metabolism
D transports oxygen in the blood
E acts as a buffer
Question #3
A iron; zinc
B potassium; chloride
C sodium; potassium
D calcium; magnesium
E iodine; chloride
Question #4
A a gene expression test
B a DEXA scan
C by ruling out all other possible causes of bone loss
D a blood test
E a standard X-ray
Question #5
A spring water
B soft water
C hard water
D natural water
E distilled water
Question #6
A FALSE
B TRUE
Question #7
A No benefit for reducing body fat with chromium supplements has been proven.
B Chromium supplementation leads to an increased risk of developing cancer.
C Chromium supplements help prevent diabetes in people at risk for developing it.
D In diabetics, chromium is used to maintain blood glucose within normal limits.
E Chromium supplements have been shown to increase muscle mass, but only in elite athletes.
Question #8
A calcium
B zinc
C magnesium
D sodium
E iron
Question #9
A bananas
B milk
C celery
D deli meat
E sweet potatoes
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 12-year-old male with a body mass index (BMI) of 21
E a 50-year-old male who eats a high-protein diet
Question #11
A calcium
B iron
C copper
D zinc
E selenium
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 maintains normal pulmonary gas exchange
C prevents osteoarthritis
D essential for muscle contractions
E helps maintain pH of blood
Question #14
A vitamin A
B copper
C magnesium
D vitamin K
E vitamin D
Question #15
A magnesium, vitamin D
B Phosphorus, calcium
C Calcium , phosphorus
D zinc, selenium
Question #16
A Regulates body temperature, lubricates joints, and acts as a universal solvent.
B Regulates body temperature, lubricates joints, and maintains acid–base balance.
C All are important functions of water.
D Regulates body temperature and lubricates joints.
Question #17
A broccoli and rutabaga
B almonds and pinto beans
C citrus fruits and soybeans
D Swiss chard and rhubarb
E spinach and strawberries
Question #18
A TRUE
B FALSE
Question #19
A It disrupts the heartbeat.
B It can lead to death.
C It will resolve without intervention.
D It can be caused by vomiting and diarrhea.
E It is a medical emergency.
Question #20
A 85 percent
B 35 percent
C 20 percent
D 40 percent
E 60 percent
