Question 1

Anemia can result from a deficiency of

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A)  iron.
B)  folate.
C)  vitamin B-12.
D)  All of these choices are correct.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

Acquiring sufficient vitamin B-12 from the diet may be a problem for vegans because

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A)  protein deficiency limits synthesis of intrinsic factor.
B)  they lack the R-protein in the stomach.
C)  it is only found in animal products.
D)  phytic acid in grains may inhibit its absorption.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

Which of the following foods provides the most iron?

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A)  3 ounces of shrimp
B)  1 flour tortilla
C)  3 ounces of turkey
D)  4 ounces of sirloin steakE) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

Which of the following food combinations provides the most vitamin K?

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A)  Spinach salad with strawberries,blueberries,and oil and vinegar dressing
B)  Ham and cheese on a whole wheat English muffin
C)  Low-fat yogurt with granola and fresh berries
D)  Sirloin steak,steamed green beans,and baked potatoE) B) and D)
F) None of the above A

Question 5

Consuming high doses of ______ can mask signs of a vitamin B-12 deficiency.

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A)  vitamin B-6
B)  vitamin K
C)  iron
D)  folateE) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 6

A rich folate food source would be

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A)  skim milk.
B)  roast beef.
C)  asparagus.
D)  peanuts.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

All of the following people are at risk for vitamin B-12 deficiency except

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A)  those who take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) .
B)  those who take medications to lower stomach acidity.
C)  breastfed babies of vegan moms.
D)  those who have chronic,long-term malabsorption.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 8

In anemia,examining the size and of the red blood cell helps indicate the nutrient cause of the disease.

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A)  color
B)  number
C)  density
D)  shapeE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

Oxygen binds to iron,contained in in RBCs.

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A)  hemosiderin
B)  hematocrit
C)  hemoglobin
D)  hemostatE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 10

Iron found as a component of hemoglobin and myoglobin is called

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A)  heme iron.
B)  nonheme iron.C) A) and B)
D) undefined

Question 11

Of the following foods,iron is best absorbed from

Accepted Answer

A)  kidney beans.
B)  cheese.
C)  sirloin steak.
D)  broccoli.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 12

Which of the following populations is most susceptible to vitamin K deficiency?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vegans
B)  Preschool children who are picky eaters
C)  Children with cystic fibrosis
D)  Older adultsE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 13

The _____ Diet is a dietary intervention that shows promising results for protecting the brain against cognitive decline.

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A)  Ketogenic
B)  Paleo
C)  MIND
D)  ScholarsE) B) and D)
F) None of the above C

Question 14

Older adults may require a supplemental source of vitamin B-12 because

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A)  low intake of vitamin C impairs vitamin B-12 absorption.
B)  decreased production of intrinsic factor decreases vitamin B-12 absorption.
C)  increased hydrochloric acid production decreases vitamin B-12 absorption.
D)  high fiber intake binds vitamin B-12.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above B

Question 15

The form of folate found in supplements and enriched cereal is

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A)  folate.
B)  folic acid.
C)  folacin.
D)  None of these responses are correct.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 16

What is the brain's preferred fuel source?

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A)  Glucose
B)  Protein
C)  Lipid
D)  OxygenE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 17

A disorder that causes increased iron absorption leading to organ toxicity is

Accepted Answer

A)  hemochromatosis.
B)  hemolysis.
C)  pellagra.
D)  anemia.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 18

The MIND Diet includes plenty of

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A)  fruits and vegetables.
B)  red meats.
C)  whole milk.
D)  All of these.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

What is the name of the protein that transports copper in the blood?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cysteine
B)  Casein
C)  Chaperone
D)  CeruloplasminE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 20

Vitamin B-12 is supplied almost entirely by

Accepted Answer

A)  human intestinal bacteria.
B)  whole grain cereals and legumes.
C)  animal products.
D)  vegetables and fruits.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Exam 13: Nutrients That Support Blood and Brain Health

Anemia can result from a deficiency of

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Acquiring sufficient vitamin B-12 from the diet may be a problem for vegans because

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Which of the following foods provides the most iron?

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Which of the following food combinations provides the most vitamin K?

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Consuming high doses of ______ can mask signs of a vitamin B-12 deficiency.

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A rich folate food source would be

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All of the following people are at risk for vitamin B-12 deficiency except

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In anemia,examining the size and of the red blood cell helps indicate the nutrient cause of the disease.

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Oxygen binds to iron,contained in in RBCs.

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Iron found as a component of hemoglobin and myoglobin is called

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Of the following foods,iron is best absorbed from

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Which of the following populations is most susceptible to vitamin K deficiency?

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The _____ Diet is a dietary intervention that shows promising results for protecting the brain against cognitive decline.

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Older adults may require a supplemental source of vitamin B-12 because

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The form of folate found in supplements and enriched cereal is

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What is the brain's preferred fuel source?

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A disorder that causes increased iron absorption leading to organ toxicity is

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The MIND Diet includes plenty of

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What is the name of the protein that transports copper in the blood?

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Vitamin B-12 is supplied almost entirely by

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