NUTRITION 200 EXAM 2 | ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS | RATED A+| WITH 170 Qs & ANSWERS LATEST 2026/27

NUTRITION 200 EXAM 2 | ACTUAL
QUESTIONS AND 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS |
RATED A+| WITH 170 Qs & ANSWERS LATEST
2026/27
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1. A patient presents with symptoms of fatigue, muscle wasting, and swelling in
the legs. Considering their dietary history indicates low protein intake, which
of the following interventions would be most appropriate to address their
condition?

Increase carbohydrate intake to boost energy levels.

Introduce a high-protein diet to restore muscle mass and fluid
balance.

Limit fluid intake to reduce swelling.

Encourage more physical activity to build muscle.

2. If a person is not consuming enough protein in their diet, what potential
health issues might arise related to tissue maintenance?

Increased energy levels and improved metabolism

Muscle wasting and delayed wound healing

Enhanced immune function and reduced inflammation

Improved hydration and electrolyte balance

3. If a person consumes 2,000 calories per day, what is the range of calories
they should derive from fat to meet the Acceptable Macronutrient
Distribution Range (AMDR)?

200-400 calories

, 400-700 calories
e.




e . 600-800 calories
e.




e . 800-1,000 calories
e.

,4. What is the primary function of transamination in the human body?
e. e. e. e. e. e. e. e. e. e.




e . To break down fatty acids
e. e. e. e.




e . To transfer an amino
e. e. e.




group
e. e. e. To synthesize
e.




carbohydrates
e. e. e. To regulate
e.




fluid balance
e. e.




5. What are the basic components that make up proteins?
e. e. e. e. e. e. e. e.




e . Fatty acids e.




e. Nucleotides
e.




e . Amino acids e.




e. Monosaccharides

6. Explain how sodium contributes to fluid balance in the body.
e. e. e. e. e. e. e. e. e.




e . By promoting the absorption of glucose
e. e. e. e. e.




e . By influencing the movement of water across cell membranes
e. e. e. e. e. e. e. e.




e . By enhancing the breakdown of fats
e. e. e. e. e.




e . By increasing the production of red blood cells
e. e. e. e. e. e. e.




7. Explain how alcohol impacts neurotransmitter activity in the brain.
e. e. e. e. e. e. e. e.




It enhances neurotransmitter release, leading to increased
e . e. e. e. e. e. e.


e. alertness.

e. It inhibits neurotransmitter activity, resulting in decreased
e. e. e. e. e. e.



e. cognitive function. e.




e. It has no effect on neurotransmitter activity.
e. e. e. e. e. e.

, e. e. It selectively enhances only serotonin
e. e. e. e.




e. levels.