ATI Nutrition Exam UPGRADED EXAM 1-6
QUESTION AND ANSWER YEAR 2023/2024 GRADED
A+
Protein - ANSWER-If a food is analyzed in a laboratory and the results indicate that nitrogen is present,
which of the following nutrients must the food contain?
Ethnicity - ANSWER-Which of the following is not a factor in assessing one's estimated energy (calorie)
requirement EAR?
essential - ANSWER-If a nutrient must be consumed in the diet and the body is unable to make it, that
nutrient is termed:
A registered dietitian - ANSWER-If someone is seeking nutritional advice to improve his or her diet, who
is likely to be the most reputable source to see?
Body weight gain - ANSWER-A chronic positive energy balance will result in:
Make sure that you are getting enough of each nutrient but not too much by eating a diet that is
balanced in nutrients and has variety in it. - ANSWER-Which of the following describes a healthy
approach to eating:
Water content - ANSWER-Which of the following is not required to appear on a nutrition facts label?
Serving sizes are now determined by what people typically consume rather than what people should
consume in one sitting. - ANSWER-Why is the FDA changing the standard serving sizes for many foods?
Celiac disease or type 1 diabetes - ANSWER-Ingrid recently had a blood draw and received results that
stated that some immune system antibodies in the blood are at unusually high levels. Which of the
following diseases or conditions might Ingrid have based on these results?
,diarrhea; young and old individuals - ANSWER-Dehydration is a risk associated with _____________ and
is of greatest concern for ___________.
A problem with the gastroesophageal sphincter, allowing hydrochloric acid to move back into the
esophagus - ANSWER-Willians, who is 48 years old and overweight, experiences a burning,
uncomfortable sensation as well as pressure in his chest after eating meals. This sensation is most likely
caused by:
Grilled steak marinated in soy sauce - ANSWER-Which of the following foods would be problematic for
someone with celiac disease to consume?
increase the absorptive surface of the small intestine and move nutrients into the body. - ANSWER-The
purpose of the villi and microvilli in the intestinal tract is to:
lactase; dairy products - ANSWER-A person with lactose intolerance lacks __________, and will usually
experience GI distress after consuming ______________.
Hypothalamus - ANSWER-After eating a five-course Italian meal, stretch receptors in your stomach
sense the expansion caused by the food and send a fullness signal to which part of the brain?
Steak and lentils (high protein) - ANSWER-Which of the following would make Julio feel the most
satiated (full)? Assume that each provides the same number of calories.
Flavored yogurt - ANSWER-Petra has diabetes and needs to monitor her blood glucose levels. What food
should she watch out for due to its high amount of added sugars?
It is not broken down and is instead fermented by bacteria in the large intestine or excreted in the feces
- ANSWER-Emiyo takes a fiber supplement every morning. Where in the body would this be broken
down?
bile; fiber - ANSWER-Cholesterol is used to make ____________. This entity is excreted from the body in
the feces as long as there is an adequate intake of _______________ in the diet
,emphasize whole, unprocessed plant foods. - ANSWER-The best way to consume a desirable amount of
fiber is to:
Liver & muscles - ANSWER-Vicki is going to go running for 90 minutes, but she has not eaten any
carbohydrate yet today. Where can her body get stored carbohydrate from in order to fuel her run?
Foods with naturally-occurring sugars provide other nutrients while most foods with added sugars
provide very few additional nutrients - ANSWER-Why do nutritionists recommend emphasizing foods
with naturally-occurring sugars, such as fruits, but limiting foods with added sugars, such as jelly beans?
The gummy bears contain a high concentration of a sugar alcohol which is unable to be digested by the
body, resulting in GI distress. - ANSWER-Alena recently ordered gummy bears from Amazon, ate a
handful of them, and soon experienced GI distress. What is the most likely explanation for her
symptoms?
Type 1 is an autoimmune disease in which the body destroys pancreatic cells that make insulin; Type 2
diabetes is when the body becomes resistant to insulin - ANSWER-What is the difference between Type
1 and Type 2 diabetes?
He has type 1 diabetes and his pancreas does not produce insulin. As a result, glucose levels in the
bloodstream are high and must be excreted in the urine - ANSWER-Silla is a 10-year old boy. His mother
has been noticing that he is frequently hungry and thirsty even though he has been regularly eating and
drinking. What is most likely going on?
Carbohydrates should be reduced to stimulate less insulin production and take stress off of the
pancreas. - ANSWER-The consumption of which nutrient may be reduced to prevent the progression of
type 2 diabetes and what effect does the lowered intake have?
BMI = 35, Hispanic, cuts are slow to heal, sedentary - ANSWER-Evgeni was diagnosed with type 2
diabetes last week. Which of the following is most likely to describe Evgeni?
Bran and germ; decrease in the grain's fiber and micronutrient content - ANSWER-When a whole grain is
processed, which part(s) of it are removed and what are the effects of the processing?
, Plaque begins to build up and expands the artery walls, promoting more blood flow - ANSWER-Which of
the following is not an effect that atherosclerosis has on the cardiovascular system?
Gerald, an accountant who has unmanaged type 2 diabetes and high LDL cholesterol. - ANSWER-Who is
most at risk for cardiovascular disease due to their modifiable risk factors?
high potassium intake; consumption of unprocessed foods - ANSWER-The DASH diet is characterized by
a ______________ and ____________.
Using olive oil to sauté vegetables in instead of butter. - ANSWER-Which of the following changes in
Nikola's diet would promote a reduction in his LDL cholesterol levels?
Omega-3 fatty acid - ANSWER-Which of the following is an essential nutrient?
We do not eat LDL cholesterol, just cholesterol, so reducing LDL cholesterol intake is impossible. Eating
more unsaturated fats is a prudent way to reduce LDL cholesterol in the blood - ANSWER-Magna
recently found out that he has high LDL cholesterol in his blood and has told you that he is going to eat
less LDL cholesterol in an effort to reduce his levels. How would you respond to him?
Hypertension has few obvious outward symptoms. - ANSWER-Trina's father and grandfather both have
hypertension. Why is it important for Trina to monitor her blood pressure regularly?
Coconut oil contains some of the fatty acids that are present in MCT oil, but only in small amounts, so
the positive research results associated with MCT oil cannot be directly applied to coconut oil. -
ANSWER-Research on medium chain triglyceride (MCT) oil has led to claims that coconut oil is healthy to
consume in any amount. What is the correct response to this?
Omega-3 fatty acids; salmon - ANSWER-Which of the following fatty acids do most Americans not
consume enough of and what would be the best source to consume to see this fatty acid's health
benefits?
QUESTION AND ANSWER YEAR 2023/2024 GRADED
A+
Protein - ANSWER-If a food is analyzed in a laboratory and the results indicate that nitrogen is present,
which of the following nutrients must the food contain?
Ethnicity - ANSWER-Which of the following is not a factor in assessing one's estimated energy (calorie)
requirement EAR?
essential - ANSWER-If a nutrient must be consumed in the diet and the body is unable to make it, that
nutrient is termed:
A registered dietitian - ANSWER-If someone is seeking nutritional advice to improve his or her diet, who
is likely to be the most reputable source to see?
Body weight gain - ANSWER-A chronic positive energy balance will result in:
Make sure that you are getting enough of each nutrient but not too much by eating a diet that is
balanced in nutrients and has variety in it. - ANSWER-Which of the following describes a healthy
approach to eating:
Water content - ANSWER-Which of the following is not required to appear on a nutrition facts label?
Serving sizes are now determined by what people typically consume rather than what people should
consume in one sitting. - ANSWER-Why is the FDA changing the standard serving sizes for many foods?
Celiac disease or type 1 diabetes - ANSWER-Ingrid recently had a blood draw and received results that
stated that some immune system antibodies in the blood are at unusually high levels. Which of the
following diseases or conditions might Ingrid have based on these results?
,diarrhea; young and old individuals - ANSWER-Dehydration is a risk associated with _____________ and
is of greatest concern for ___________.
A problem with the gastroesophageal sphincter, allowing hydrochloric acid to move back into the
esophagus - ANSWER-Willians, who is 48 years old and overweight, experiences a burning,
uncomfortable sensation as well as pressure in his chest after eating meals. This sensation is most likely
caused by:
Grilled steak marinated in soy sauce - ANSWER-Which of the following foods would be problematic for
someone with celiac disease to consume?
increase the absorptive surface of the small intestine and move nutrients into the body. - ANSWER-The
purpose of the villi and microvilli in the intestinal tract is to:
lactase; dairy products - ANSWER-A person with lactose intolerance lacks __________, and will usually
experience GI distress after consuming ______________.
Hypothalamus - ANSWER-After eating a five-course Italian meal, stretch receptors in your stomach
sense the expansion caused by the food and send a fullness signal to which part of the brain?
Steak and lentils (high protein) - ANSWER-Which of the following would make Julio feel the most
satiated (full)? Assume that each provides the same number of calories.
Flavored yogurt - ANSWER-Petra has diabetes and needs to monitor her blood glucose levels. What food
should she watch out for due to its high amount of added sugars?
It is not broken down and is instead fermented by bacteria in the large intestine or excreted in the feces
- ANSWER-Emiyo takes a fiber supplement every morning. Where in the body would this be broken
down?
bile; fiber - ANSWER-Cholesterol is used to make ____________. This entity is excreted from the body in
the feces as long as there is an adequate intake of _______________ in the diet
,emphasize whole, unprocessed plant foods. - ANSWER-The best way to consume a desirable amount of
fiber is to:
Liver & muscles - ANSWER-Vicki is going to go running for 90 minutes, but she has not eaten any
carbohydrate yet today. Where can her body get stored carbohydrate from in order to fuel her run?
Foods with naturally-occurring sugars provide other nutrients while most foods with added sugars
provide very few additional nutrients - ANSWER-Why do nutritionists recommend emphasizing foods
with naturally-occurring sugars, such as fruits, but limiting foods with added sugars, such as jelly beans?
The gummy bears contain a high concentration of a sugar alcohol which is unable to be digested by the
body, resulting in GI distress. - ANSWER-Alena recently ordered gummy bears from Amazon, ate a
handful of them, and soon experienced GI distress. What is the most likely explanation for her
symptoms?
Type 1 is an autoimmune disease in which the body destroys pancreatic cells that make insulin; Type 2
diabetes is when the body becomes resistant to insulin - ANSWER-What is the difference between Type
1 and Type 2 diabetes?
He has type 1 diabetes and his pancreas does not produce insulin. As a result, glucose levels in the
bloodstream are high and must be excreted in the urine - ANSWER-Silla is a 10-year old boy. His mother
has been noticing that he is frequently hungry and thirsty even though he has been regularly eating and
drinking. What is most likely going on?
Carbohydrates should be reduced to stimulate less insulin production and take stress off of the
pancreas. - ANSWER-The consumption of which nutrient may be reduced to prevent the progression of
type 2 diabetes and what effect does the lowered intake have?
BMI = 35, Hispanic, cuts are slow to heal, sedentary - ANSWER-Evgeni was diagnosed with type 2
diabetes last week. Which of the following is most likely to describe Evgeni?
Bran and germ; decrease in the grain's fiber and micronutrient content - ANSWER-When a whole grain is
processed, which part(s) of it are removed and what are the effects of the processing?
, Plaque begins to build up and expands the artery walls, promoting more blood flow - ANSWER-Which of
the following is not an effect that atherosclerosis has on the cardiovascular system?
Gerald, an accountant who has unmanaged type 2 diabetes and high LDL cholesterol. - ANSWER-Who is
most at risk for cardiovascular disease due to their modifiable risk factors?
high potassium intake; consumption of unprocessed foods - ANSWER-The DASH diet is characterized by
a ______________ and ____________.
Using olive oil to sauté vegetables in instead of butter. - ANSWER-Which of the following changes in
Nikola's diet would promote a reduction in his LDL cholesterol levels?
Omega-3 fatty acid - ANSWER-Which of the following is an essential nutrient?
We do not eat LDL cholesterol, just cholesterol, so reducing LDL cholesterol intake is impossible. Eating
more unsaturated fats is a prudent way to reduce LDL cholesterol in the blood - ANSWER-Magna
recently found out that he has high LDL cholesterol in his blood and has told you that he is going to eat
less LDL cholesterol in an effort to reduce his levels. How would you respond to him?
Hypertension has few obvious outward symptoms. - ANSWER-Trina's father and grandfather both have
hypertension. Why is it important for Trina to monitor her blood pressure regularly?
Coconut oil contains some of the fatty acids that are present in MCT oil, but only in small amounts, so
the positive research results associated with MCT oil cannot be directly applied to coconut oil. -
ANSWER-Research on medium chain triglyceride (MCT) oil has led to claims that coconut oil is healthy to
consume in any amount. What is the correct response to this?
Omega-3 fatty acids; salmon - ANSWER-Which of the following fatty acids do most Americans not
consume enough of and what would be the best source to consume to see this fatty acid's health
benefits?
