Final Exam Flashcards
Which nutrients have Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs)?
A. Only macronutrients
B. Only vitamins and minerals
C. All essential nutrients, including water
D. Only vitamins
C. All essential nutrients, including water
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the release of digestive enzymes from the pancreas?
A. Insulin
B. Glucagon
C. Cholecystokinin (CCK)
D. Secretin
C. Cholecystokinin (CCK)
Which of the following is a disaccharide?
A. Glucose
B. Fructose
C. Sucrose
D. Starch
C. Sucrose
At what BMI range is an individual considered “overweight”?
A. 18.5 - 24.9
B. 25.0 - 29.9
C. 30.0 - 34.9
D. Over 35.0
B. 25.0 - 29.9
Which fat-soluble vitamin is essential for blood clotting?
A. Vitamin A
B. Vitamin D
C. Vitamin E
D. Vitamin K
D. Vitamin K
Which hormone stimulates the secretion of hydrochloric acid in the stomach?
A. Cholecystokinin (CCK)
B. Gastrin
C. Secretin
D. Insulin
B. Gastrin
Secretin is released in response to:
A. Fat in the stomach
B. Low pH in the small intestine
C. High glucose levels
D. Amino acids in the bloodstream
B. Low pH in the small intestine
What is the primary function of ghrelin?
A. Suppress appetite
B. Stimulate hunger
C. Enhance bile secretion
D. Increase insulin secretion
B. Stimulate hunger
Which of the following is a polysaccharide?
A. Glucose
B. Sucrose
C. Lactose
D. Glycogen
D. Glycogen
Which sugars combine to form lactose?
A. Glucose and fructose
B. Glucose and galactose
C. Fructose and galactose
D. Glucose and glucose
B. Glucose and galactose
. Which carbohydrate class includes dietary fiber?
A. Monosaccharides
B. Disaccharides
C. Polysaccharides
D. Trisaccharides
C. Polysaccharides
A deficiency of iodine can lead to:
A. Night blindness
B. Scurvy
C. Goiter
D. Osteoporosis
C. Goiter
Excess intake of vitamin A can cause:
A. Hair loss and liver damage
B. Poor vision and anemia
C. Weak bones and kidney stones
D. Skin discoloration and fatigue
A. Hair loss and liver damage
A deficiency of thiamin (Vitamin B1) causes which condition?
A. Beriberi
B. Pellagra
C. Rickets
D. Scurvy
A. Beriberi
Which fat-soluble vitamin helps maintain healthy vision and immune function?
A. Vitamin A
B. Vitamin D
C. Vitamin E
D. Vitamin K
A. Vitamin A
A deficiency of Vitamin E can result in:
A. Anemia due to oxidative damage
B. Rickets
C. Night blindness
D. Impaired blood clotting
A. Anemia due to oxidative damage
What is the main role of Vitamin D in the body?
A. Enhancing calcium absorption
B. Protecting cells from oxidative damage
C. Supporting blood clotting
D. Regulating fluid balance
A. Enhancing calcium absorption
Which of the following is a symptom of Vitamin K deficiency?
A. Excessive bleeding
B. Bone pain
C. Muscle cramps
D. Fatigue
A. Excessive bleeding
