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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 The greatest amount of calcium is absorbed from plant sources.
C There is an unlimited amount of calcium storage capacity in bones and teeth.
D Regulation of calcium metabolism is not very tight because there is a wide range of normal values.
E When the body needs more calcium, proteins in the intestinal lining increase its absorption.
F
Question #2
A transports oxygen in the blood
B aids in enzymatic activity for energy metabolism
C
D acts as a buffer
E prevents anemia
Question #3
A iron; zinc
B iodine; chloride
C sodium; potassium
D calcium; magnesium
E potassium; chloride
Question #4
A a standard X-ray
B a DEXA scan
C a blood test
D a gene expression test
E by ruling out all other possible causes of bone loss
Question #5
A hard water
B soft water
C spring water
D natural water
E distilled water
Question #6
A TRUE
B FALSE
Question #7
A Chromium supplementation leads to an increased risk of developing cancer.
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 supplements help prevent diabetes in people at risk for developing it.
Question #8
A calcium
B iron
C magnesium
D sodium
E zinc
Question #9
A deli meat
B sweet potatoes
C milk
D bananas
E celery
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 calcium
B zinc
C iron
D copper
E selenium
Question #12
A Water acts as a lubricant around joints.
B Water participates in the body’s chemical reactions.
C Water aids in the maintenance of the body’s temperature.
D Water is a good source of energy.
E Water cleanses the tissues and blood of wastes.
Question #13
A part of cell DNA and RNA
B prevents osteoarthritis
C maintains normal pulmonary gas exchange
D essential for muscle contractions
E helps maintain pH of blood
Question #14
A vitamin K
B magnesium
C vitamin D
D copper
E vitamin A
Question #15
A magnesium, vitamin D
B Phosphorus, calcium
C zinc, selenium
D Calcium , phosphorus
Question #16
A Regulates body temperature and lubricates joints.
B All are important functions of water.
C Regulates body temperature, lubricates joints, and acts as a universal solvent.
D Regulates body temperature, lubricates joints, and maintains acid–base balance.
Question #17
A broccoli and rutabaga
B Swiss chard and rhubarb
C spinach and strawberries
D citrus fruits and soybeans
E almonds and pinto beans
Question #18
A TRUE
B FALSE
Question #19
A It is a medical emergency.
B It can lead to death.
C It can be caused by vomiting and diarrhea.
D It disrupts the heartbeat.
E It will resolve without intervention.
Question #20
A 35 percent
B 60 percent
C 40 percent
D 85 percent
E 20 percent
