FSHN 120 FINAL EXAM REVIEW - TEST THREE ||
ACKNOWLEDGED ANSWERS 100%.
Inadequate intake of which nutrient during the first few weeks of pregnancy is associated with
neural tube defects in the fetus?
a. iron
b. calcium
c. protein
d. folate correct answers d. folate
Fetal demand for iron is highest during the
a. third trimester
b. first trimester
c. second trimester
d. entire gestational period correct answers a. third trimester
Which of the following is FALSE regarding free radicals?
a. many diseases, such as cancer and heart disease, are linked to free radicals.
b. Free radicals are formed as a by-product of healthy metabolism
c. Exposure to pollution increases free radical production
d. Our body has no mechanism to combat free radicals correct answers d. Our body has no
mechanism to combat free radicals
A group of fat-soluble plant pigments that are the basis for the orange, red, and deep yellow
colors of many fruits vegetables are called
a. prooixidants
b. chlorophylls
c. carotenoids
d. provitamins correct answers c. carotenoids
, Which of the following do sodium and potassium NOT have in common?
a. Rich sources of both include fresh foods, such as bananas, cantaloupe, and potatoes
b. Both participate in maintaining fluid balance
c. Both are major electrolytes in the body
d. Both are involved in nerve transmission correct answers a. Rich sources of both include fresh
foods, such as bananas, cantaloupe, and potatoes
Which of the following foods contains the lowest amounts of sodium?
a. 1 medium fresh orange
b. 1 large dill pickle
c. 1 oz of potato chips
d. 1 cup of canned vegetable soup correct answers a. 1 medium fresh orange
Which of the following minerals can function as antioxidants?
a. selenium
b. chromium
c. fluoride
d. calcium correct answers a. selenium
Most water is lost daily via the
a. kidneys
b. skin
c. colon
d. lungs correct answers a. kidneys
which of the following statements is FALSE regarding calcium needs during pregnancy?
ACKNOWLEDGED ANSWERS 100%.
Inadequate intake of which nutrient during the first few weeks of pregnancy is associated with
neural tube defects in the fetus?
a. iron
b. calcium
c. protein
d. folate correct answers d. folate
Fetal demand for iron is highest during the
a. third trimester
b. first trimester
c. second trimester
d. entire gestational period correct answers a. third trimester
Which of the following is FALSE regarding free radicals?
a. many diseases, such as cancer and heart disease, are linked to free radicals.
b. Free radicals are formed as a by-product of healthy metabolism
c. Exposure to pollution increases free radical production
d. Our body has no mechanism to combat free radicals correct answers d. Our body has no
mechanism to combat free radicals
A group of fat-soluble plant pigments that are the basis for the orange, red, and deep yellow
colors of many fruits vegetables are called
a. prooixidants
b. chlorophylls
c. carotenoids
d. provitamins correct answers c. carotenoids
, Which of the following do sodium and potassium NOT have in common?
a. Rich sources of both include fresh foods, such as bananas, cantaloupe, and potatoes
b. Both participate in maintaining fluid balance
c. Both are major electrolytes in the body
d. Both are involved in nerve transmission correct answers a. Rich sources of both include fresh
foods, such as bananas, cantaloupe, and potatoes
Which of the following foods contains the lowest amounts of sodium?
a. 1 medium fresh orange
b. 1 large dill pickle
c. 1 oz of potato chips
d. 1 cup of canned vegetable soup correct answers a. 1 medium fresh orange
Which of the following minerals can function as antioxidants?
a. selenium
b. chromium
c. fluoride
d. calcium correct answers a. selenium
Most water is lost daily via the
a. kidneys
b. skin
c. colon
d. lungs correct answers a. kidneys
which of the following statements is FALSE regarding calcium needs during pregnancy?
