Question 1

Coconut milk is not a good dairy substitute because of its high _______ content and relatively low __________ and _____________ contents.

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A)  cholesterol;phosphorus;magnesium
B)  sodium;fluoride;vitamin C
C)  fat;calcium;vitamin D
D)  sugar;lactose;starchE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 2

The most economical way to supply fluoride is

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A)  fluoride tablets.
B)  topical fluoride gels.
C)  fluoridation of the municipal water supply.
D)  fortification of foods with fluoride.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

Calcium absorption is increased by

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A)  high caffeine intake and large intakes of phytic acid.
B)  foods that contain vitamin D and lactose.
C)  foods high in oxalates such as sweet potatoes,collard greens,spinach,and rhubarb.
D)  tannins in tea and some legumes.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 4

Bone remodeling refers to

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A)  continual degradation and regeneration of bone.
B)  loss of height that occurs with aging.
C)  bone marrow regeneration.
D)  use of metal pins to repair broken bones.E) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 5

Accumulation of bone mass occurs primarily during childhood and adolescence.Later in life,the rate of bone degradation exceeds the rate of bone synthesis.For average,healthy men and women,gradual bone loss begins around age

Accepted Answer

A)  20.
B)  30.
C)  40.
D)  50.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 6

A good indicator of bone health is

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A)  bone mineral density.
B)  frame size.
C)  curvature of the spine.
D)  blood calcium concentration.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

Which of the following statements is true?

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A)  As we age,we need more vitamin D and more kilocalories.
B)  As we age,we need more vitamin D and fewer kilocalories.
C)  As we age,we need less vitamin D and fewer kilocalories.
D)  As we age,we need less vitamin D and more kilocalories.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 8

Magnesium is related to vitamin D in that

Accepted Answer

A)  magnesium is required for synthesis of vitamin D in the skin.
B)  magnesium increases intestinal absorption of vitamin D
C)  magnesium is required for activation of vitamin D in the liver.
D)  All of these choices are correct.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 9

The major effect of taking high doses of vitamin D is

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A)  excessive acne.
B)  calcium deposits in the kidneys and other organs.
C)  limb paralysis.
D)  a flaky skin rash.E) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 10

Magnesium is required for

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A)  bone health.
B)  cardiovascular health.
C)  energy-yielding reactions.
D)  All of these choices are correct.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 11

Exceeding the UL for phosphorus can lead to

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A)  kidney damage.
B)  excessive bone growth.
C)  blood clots.
D)  All of these choices are correct.E) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 12

In North America,the major dietary source of vitamin ______ is fortified dairy products.

Accepted Answer

A)  A
B)  C
C)  D
D)  KE) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 13

Tetany may be a sign of low blood levels of

Accepted Answer

A)  fluoride.
B)  phosphorus.
C)  calcium.
D)  vitamin DE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 14

Cortical bone

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A)  has a dense structure.
B)  has a spongy structure.
C)  is the site of red blood cell synthesis.
D)  is more rapidly remodeled than trabecular bone.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 15

Which of the following would be the best source of vitamin D for a person following a vegan diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fish oil
B)  Vitamin D-fortified soymilk
C)  Spinach
D)  Whole grain productsE) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 16

Blood calcium concentration is regulated at the level of the

Accepted Answer

A)  bones.
B)  intestines.
C)  kidneys.
D)  All of these choices are correct.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 17

Postmenopausal women are more prone to fractures than premenopausal women primarily because

Accepted Answer

A)  low estrogen levels accelerate bone loss.
B)  low progesterone levels accelerate bone loss.
C)  older women are unable to maintain physical activity.
D)  accumulation of iron in the blood depletes bone minerals.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 18

Low levels of _______,a mineral found especially in plant foods,may be associated with poor cardiovascular health.

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium
B)  fluoride
C)  phosphorus
D)  magnesiumE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

Blood phosphorus levels are primarily regulated by

Accepted Answer

A)  the intestine.
B)  the kidneys.
C)  the liver.
D)  thyroid hormone.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 20

Vitamin C contributes to bone health by virtue of its role in

Accepted Answer

A)  antioxidant reactions.
B)  collagen synthesis.
C)  immune function.
D)  mineral absorption.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Exam 11: Nutrients Involved in Bone Health

A good indicator of bone health is

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Postmenopausal women are more prone to fractures than premenopausal women primarily because

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Blood calcium concentration is regulated at the level of the

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Vitamin C contributes to bone health by virtue of its role in

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Calcium absorption is increased by

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In North America,the major dietary source of vitamin ______ is fortified dairy products.

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Magnesium is related to vitamin D in that

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Coconut milk is not a good dairy substitute because of its high _______ content and relatively low __________ and _____________ contents.

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The most economical way to supply fluoride is

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Magnesium is required for

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Which of the following statements is true?

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Cortical bone

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Tetany may be a sign of low blood levels of

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Which of the following would be the best source of vitamin D for a person following a vegan diet?

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Exceeding the UL for phosphorus can lead to

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Low levels of _______,a mineral found especially in plant foods,may be associated with poor cardiovascular health.

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Bone remodeling refers to

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Accumulation of bone mass occurs primarily during childhood and adolescence.Later in life,the rate of bone degradation exceeds the rate of bone synthesis.For average,healthy men and women,gradual bone loss begins around age

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Blood phosphorus levels are primarily regulated by

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The major effect of taking high doses of vitamin D is

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