Question 1

Amino acids differ based on:

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A)   their peptide bonds.
B)   their central carbon location.
C)   their number of hydrogen groups.
D)   their side chain.
E)   their amino group.F) C) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 2

Which condition is most likely to produce negative nitrogen balance?

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A)   the third trimester of pregnancy
B)   growth during puberty
C)   an individual starting resistance exercise training
D)   an older person bedridden because of a hip fracture
E)   recovery from a burnF) A) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 3

Which is NOT true about a child with kwashiorkor?

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A)   The child's protein requirements are not met.
B)   The child's caloric needs may be met.
C)   The child has a plump appearance because of edema.
D)   The child is at higher risk of infections.
E)   The child is likely to be breastfed.F) A) and C)
G) B) and E)

Question 4

If a weight lifter consumes protein drinks beyond her protein and caloric needs, what will happen to the extra protein?

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A)   Extra protein will increase lean body mass.
B)   Extra protein will be stored as amino acids in the muscle.
C)   Extra protein will be cause kidney damage.
D)   Extra protein will be transformed into fat and stored.
E)   Extra protein will cause edema and fatty liver.F) A) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 5

Pancreatic proteases in the small intestines break polypeptides into:

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A)   transport proteins.
B)   amino acids.
C)   proteases.
D)   peptide fragments.
E)   actin.F) C) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 6

Which of the following is true about protein consumption in athletes?

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A)   Many athletes use high-protein bars and shakes to supplement their protein intake.
B)   There is a consensus among experts that athletes need more protein than they are currently consuming.
C)   Evidence suggests that athletes may be less efficient than nonathletes at using amino acids, contributing to a higher need for protein.
D)   Protein intake is the single most important factor contributing to an athlete's performance.
E)   All of these are correct.F) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 7

The interactions between _____ causes proteins to fold into a particular shape.

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A)   proteases
B)   amino acid side chains
C)   pepsin
D)   antibodies
E)   ribosomesF) A) and C)
G) B) and D)

Question 8

Which contributes high-quality protein with the lowest amount of saturated fat?

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A)   a 1-ounce slice of American cheese
B)   a 3-ounce ground beef patty
C)   3 ounces of turkey breast
D)   a cup of whole milk
E)   3 ounces of grilled salmonF) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 9

Which substance is NOT involved in protein digestion?

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A)   pepsin
B)   hydrochloric acid
C)   salivary proteases
D)   brush border enzymes
E)   pancreatic proteasesF) A) and E)
G) D) and E)

Question 10

How many grams of protein does a healthy 25-year-old female weighing 65 kg need each day? Show your calculation.

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Question 11

Which food group provides the least protein?

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A)   grain and grain products
B)   milk and dairy products
C)   cooked vegetables
D)   fruits
E)   legumesF) A) and C)
G) None of the above

Question 12

Before converting protein to glucose or fat, the _____ must be removed.

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A)   amino group
B)   carbon skeleton
C)   oxygen group
D)   hydrogen group
E)   None of these.F) A) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 13

Martha is 80 years old, weighs 47 kg, and is inactive. She is experiencing a loss of appetite and muscle mass but is not interested in expensive protein supplements or drinks. Determine her protein requirements and come up with a menu plan that she can easily implement to increase her protein intake.

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Question 14

Margaret is 55 years old, weighs 55 kg, and is worried about becoming frail, like her elderly mother, Martha. She is not active, but she consumes a high-protein diet of 1.5 g per kg of body weight per day from animal protein sources. What suggestions would you make for Martha's protein intake? What arguments would you use to convince Margaret that implementation of your suggestions will improve her health?

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Question 15

Which of the following is true about high-protein diets?

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A)   High-protein diets tend to promote long-term weight loss better than diets with less protein.
B)   High-protein diets reduce hunger and increase satiety between meals.
C)   High-protein diets reduce cardiovascular disease risk more than other diets.
D)   High-protein diets are characterized by protein intakes comprising 10% to 35% of total calories.
E)   All of these are correct.F) C) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 16

How can a low-carbohydrate diet result in muscle loss?

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Question 17

Discuss potential environmental impacts of emphasizing high intakes of animal protein foods.

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Question 18

Which individual is most likely to be in positive nitrogen balance?

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A)   a patient with burns
B)   an inactive older adult
C)   a rapidly growing infant
D)   a healthy-weight, moderately active adult
E)   an astronaut on a space missionF) B) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 19

Describe protein digestion in the stomach.

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Question 20

To prevent toxic buildup of ammonia in the body with high protein intake:

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A)   the kidneys convert ammonia to the less toxic uric acid.
B)   the kidneys convert ammonia to the less toxic urea.
C)   the muscles convert ammonia to urea for use as fuel.
D)   the liver stores the ammonia.
E)   the liver converts ammonia to the less toxic urea.F) None of the above
G) A) and B)

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