front 1 How much calcium (mg)would typically be absorbed by a normal adult with a calcium intake of 1,000 mg? | back 1 300 |
front 2 Some amino acids can link to each other by bridges made of | back 2 Sulfur |
front 3 Which of the following people are known risk for potassium depletion? | back 3 Those who ingest low amounts of fresh fruits/vegetables |
front 4 What is the major intracelluar cation? | back 4 Potassium |
front 5 Which of the following describes a way to make an electrolyte solution? | back 5 Dissolve a teaspoon of salt in a glass of water |
front 6 Which of the following is a feature of type I osteoporosis? | back 6 It can be prevented by taking estrogen |
front 7 Which of the following minerals is required in the enzymatic phoshorylation of ADP? | back 7 Magnesium |
front 8 The outer, hard shell of bone is called | back 8 Cortical bone. |
front 9 Which of the following is the primary function of potassium? | back 9 Acts as principal intracelluar electrolyte |
front 10 Which of the following regulates the level of calcium in the blood? | back 10 Parathyroid hormone and calcitonin |
front 11 Approximately what percentage of the body's calcium is found in the blood? | back 11 1 |
front 12 What percentage of hip fractures in men and women are due to osteoporosis? | back 12 80-90 |
front 13 Which of the following does NOT serve as a major regulator of fluid balance in the body? | back 13 Calcium |
front 14 Which of the following is a feature of magnesium in nutrition? | back 14 Average intakes from food are below recommedations |
front 15 Which of the follwing is a feature of sodium nutrition? | back 15 The AI for young adults is only 1500 mg because the body processes an unusually efficient retention mechanism |
front 16 Among the following ethnic groups, which has the highest bone density? | back 16 African-Americans |
front 17 All of the following are characteristics of dolomite supplements EXCEPT | back 17 They are usually sold as a very pure product |
front 18 All of the following are known to enhance calcium absorption from the GI tract EXCEPT | back 18 Oxalates |
front 19 How many mg of calcium are present in a 500-mg tablet of calcium carbonate? | back 19 200 |
front 20 Among the following groups, which has the highest percentage of body water? | back 20 Obese people |
front 21 The development of osteoporosis in men typically occurs at what age in relation to the appearance of osteoporosis? | back 21 10 years later |
front 22 What is the greatest single source of sodium in the diet? | back 22 Processed foods |
front 23 All of the following are characteristics of phosphorus in nutrition EXCEPT | back 23 The ratio of phosphorus to calcium in the diet is important for bone maintenance |
front 24 which of the following is a general characteristic of sodium in processesed foods? | back 24 Salted peanuts contain less sodium than cereals on a per-gram basis |
front 25 All of the following characteristics are shared by calcium and magnesium EXCEPT | back 25 both are found in abundance in dairy products |
front 26 All of the following dietary substances are known to adversely affect calcium balance EXCEPT | back 26 A high-fiber diet |
front 27 Which of the following is a feature of potassium? | back 27 Liberal intakes may correct hypertension |
front 28 What is calmodulin? | back 28 A calcium-binding protein |
front 29 Abnormally low blood sodium concentration is known specifically as | back 29 hyponatremia |
front 30 What is the minimum water intake for a 65-kg adult with an energy expenditure of 2,500 kcalories? | back 30 2,500 mL |
front 31 Sam has recently been diagnosed with high blood pressure . His doctor recommended adopting the DASH diet plan. Along with including more fruits, vegatables, and whole grains, he was also advised to reduce daily sodium intake to no more than 2000 mg. How much salt (g) would be allowed under Sam's restriction? | back 31 5 |
front 32 What percentage of people with osteoporosis are female? | back 32 80 |
front 33 For optimal utilization of calcium supplements, it is best to take them several times a day, in does to | back 33 500 mg |
front 34 What component of soy is thought to account for most of its beneficial effects on bone health? | back 34 Phytochemicals |
front 35 What adverse response is known to occur in people who drink copious amounts of water while participating in intense physical activity? | back 35 Hyponatremia |
front 36 Common side effects of taking a high-dose calcium supplement include allof the following EXCEPT | back 36 Increased iron absorption |
front 37 What is hydroxyapatite? | back 37 The calcium-rich crystalline structure of teeth and bones |
front 38 Calcium-binding protein acts within the | back 38 Intestines |
front 39 Which of the following is a major function of chloride? | back 39 Helps maintain gastric acidity |