Sherpath_ ch 45 Nutrition [2026]
Sherpath: ch 45 Nutrition
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aspects of nutrition key points - Nutrition is the body's intake and use of
nutrients for energy and to grow new cells and
repair damaged ones.
- Metabolism is the conversion of nutrients into
components that can either be used for cell
function now or stored for later.
- Basal metabolic rate is the measure of energy
used by the body during restful awake periods.
- The process of gaining nutrients from food is
through digestion.
- Absorption of nutrients occurs mainly in the
large and small intestines.
Which term describes the process c. Metabolism
of chemically changing nutrients,
such as fats and proteins, into end
products that can be used to meet
the energy needs of the body or
stored for future use?
a. Nutrition
b. Absorption
c. Metabolism
d. Basal metabolic rate (BMR)
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,Sherpath_ ch 45 Nutrition [2026]
Which organ absorbs sodium, d. Large intestine
potassium, and water, and houses
useful bacteria?
a. Rectum
b. Stomach
c. Small intestine
d. Large intestine
During digestion, which events a. Acid kills microorganisms.
occur in the stomach? d. Pepsin is released to aid with digestion.
Select all that apply. e. Secretions dissolve some food particles.
a. Acid kills microorganisms.
b. Food is moved by peristaltic
waves.
c. Bile is released to aid with
digestion.
d. Pepsin is released to aid with
digestion.
e. Secretions dissolve some food
particles.
nutrients key points - Nutrients are classified as either macronutrients
or micronutrients.
- Carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and water are the
macronutrients that are required by the body in
large quantities.
- Micronutrients, which include vitamins and
minerals, are vital to life but are only required in
small amounts.
- Biochemical reactions are aided by inorganic
elements called minerals.
- Antioxidants are important nutrients that
protect the body from free radicals.
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, Sherpath_ ch 45 Nutrition [2026]
Match the vitamin with its function. 1. Vitamin A
2. Vitamin D
1. Helps promote vision in dim light 3. Vitamin E
2. Assists with bone formation 4. Vitamin K
3. Protects cells from injury
4. Aids in blood clotting
Vitamin B6
Folic Acid
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin D
Vitamin A
Which nutrients are considered a. Proteins
macronutrients? c. Fats
Select all that apply. d. Carbohydrates
a. Proteins
b. Minerals
c. Fats
d. Carbohydrates
e. Vitamins
Based on the 2015-2020 Dietary 45-65%
Guidelines, which percentage of an
adult's caloric intake should come
from carbohydrates?
_________%
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Sherpath: ch 45 Nutrition
Save
Terms in this set (61)
aspects of nutrition key points - Nutrition is the body's intake and use of
nutrients for energy and to grow new cells and
repair damaged ones.
- Metabolism is the conversion of nutrients into
components that can either be used for cell
function now or stored for later.
- Basal metabolic rate is the measure of energy
used by the body during restful awake periods.
- The process of gaining nutrients from food is
through digestion.
- Absorption of nutrients occurs mainly in the
large and small intestines.
Which term describes the process c. Metabolism
of chemically changing nutrients,
such as fats and proteins, into end
products that can be used to meet
the energy needs of the body or
stored for future use?
a. Nutrition
b. Absorption
c. Metabolism
d. Basal metabolic rate (BMR)
1
,Sherpath_ ch 45 Nutrition [2026]
Which organ absorbs sodium, d. Large intestine
potassium, and water, and houses
useful bacteria?
a. Rectum
b. Stomach
c. Small intestine
d. Large intestine
During digestion, which events a. Acid kills microorganisms.
occur in the stomach? d. Pepsin is released to aid with digestion.
Select all that apply. e. Secretions dissolve some food particles.
a. Acid kills microorganisms.
b. Food is moved by peristaltic
waves.
c. Bile is released to aid with
digestion.
d. Pepsin is released to aid with
digestion.
e. Secretions dissolve some food
particles.
nutrients key points - Nutrients are classified as either macronutrients
or micronutrients.
- Carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and water are the
macronutrients that are required by the body in
large quantities.
- Micronutrients, which include vitamins and
minerals, are vital to life but are only required in
small amounts.
- Biochemical reactions are aided by inorganic
elements called minerals.
- Antioxidants are important nutrients that
protect the body from free radicals.
2
, Sherpath_ ch 45 Nutrition [2026]
Match the vitamin with its function. 1. Vitamin A
2. Vitamin D
1. Helps promote vision in dim light 3. Vitamin E
2. Assists with bone formation 4. Vitamin K
3. Protects cells from injury
4. Aids in blood clotting
Vitamin B6
Folic Acid
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin D
Vitamin A
Which nutrients are considered a. Proteins
macronutrients? c. Fats
Select all that apply. d. Carbohydrates
a. Proteins
b. Minerals
c. Fats
d. Carbohydrates
e. Vitamins
Based on the 2015-2020 Dietary 45-65%
Guidelines, which percentage of an
adult's caloric intake should come
from carbohydrates?
_________%
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