Question 1

Of the following,the best source of chromium is:

Accepted Answer

A)  dairy.
B)  whole grains.
C)  vegetables.
D)  fruits.

Question 2

Which of the following groups is at risk for zinc deficiency in the United States?

Accepted Answer

A)  Children aged 1-3 years
B)  Adults older than 71 years of age
C)  Adolescent boys
D)  All of the above

Question 3

If the initiative does not pass and fluoride is not added to the drinking water,what are other means by which the dental health of children in the community could be protected?

Accepted Answer

There are several other means by which t...

Question 4

For which population groups is iron deficiency most likely? Why?

Accepted Answer

Iron deficiency is a common nutritional ...

Question 5

Excess fluoride consumption may cause:

Accepted Answer

A)  arthritis.
B)  diarrhea.
C)  hives and dermatitis.
D)  mottled teeth.

Question 6

Which of the following is an excellent source of selenium?

Accepted Answer

A)  Salmon
B)  Kiwi
C)  Potato
D)  Drinking water

Question 7

Which of the following statements about Keshan disease is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  A virus appears to be involved.
B)  It causes an enlarged heart and poor heart function.
C)  Middle aged men are most at risk.
D)  Keshan disease occurred in areas of China where soil selenium is very low.

Question 8

Which is NOT a factor in determining the rates of iron absorption?

Accepted Answer

A)  Blood glucose levels
B)  Levels of iron stores
C)  Presence of vitamin C in foods
D)  Form of iron ingested

Question 9

High intakes of zinc stimulate the synthesis of _____________ in the mucosal cells.

Accepted Answer

A)  ferritin
B)  metallothionein
C)  transferrin
D)  zinc oxide dismutase

Question 10

All of the following are adequate sources of nonheme iron EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  apples.
B)  enriched white rice.
C)  garbanzo beans.
D)  spinach.

Question 11

Manganese homeostasis is maintained through:

Accepted Answer

A)  excretion by the kidneys.
B)  no controlled process.
C)  regulation of absorption and excretion in the bile.
D)  competition with other minerals.

Question 12

The water supply in the small city where you live is not fluoridated.There is an initiative on an upcoming ballot to add fluoride in small amounts to the water in order to decrease dental caries.What is your opinion on the issue?

Accepted Answer

As a resident of the small city, I belie...

Question 13

Molybdenum is required for all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  the metabolism of sulfur containing amino acids.
B)  the production of uric acid.
C)  the synthesis of collagen.
D)  the metabolism of nitrogen containing compounds in RNA and DNA.

Question 14

A naturally occurring molybdenum deficiency:

Accepted Answer

A)  has never been reported.
B)  is most common in the elderly.
C)  is more common in women than men.
D)  is becoming more and common.

Question 15

In most people,taking selenium supplements to increase intake over the RDA:

Accepted Answer

A)  will protect against environmental pollutants.
B)  will prevent heart disease.
C)  will not provide any additional benefits.
D)  will slow the aging process.

Question 16

There is not sufficient data to establish an AI or an RDA for the element:

Accepted Answer

A)  molybdenum.
B)  nickel.
C)  chromium.
D)  selenium.

Question 17

Which statement about manganese toxicity is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Toxic levels can occur in mineworkers exposed to manganese dust.
B)  Manganese toxicity damages the nervous system.
C)  Manganese toxicity is not the result of eating manganese-containing foods.
D)  Manganese toxicity is a common cause of birth defects.

Question 18

Lack of which trace element is the most common nutritional deficiency worldwide?

Accepted Answer

A)  Copper
B)  Zinc
C)  Iron
D)  Iodine

Question 19

Which is the most sensitive indicator of iron stores in the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  Ferritin
B)  Hematocrit
C)  Hemoglobin
D)  Transferrin

Question 20

____________is needed to activate enzymes and in the production of uric acid.

Accepted Answer

A)  Chromium
B)  Molybdenum
C)  Selenium
D)  Zinc

Exam 12: The Trace Minerals

All of the following are adequate sources of nonheme iron EXCEPT:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Molybdenum is required for all of the following EXCEPT:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Excess fluoride consumption may cause:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

There is not sufficient data to establish an AI or an RDA for the element:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Of the following,the best source of chromium is:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

____________is needed to activate enzymes and in the production of uric acid.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following groups is at risk for zinc deficiency in the United States?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

For which population groups is iron deficiency most likely? Why?

Correct AnswerAnswered by ExamLex AIIron deficiency is a common nutritional ...View AnswerShow Answer

Lack of which trace element is the most common nutritional deficiency worldwide?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Manganese homeostasis is maintained through:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which of the following is an excellent source of selenium?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

In most people,taking selenium supplements to increase intake over the RDA:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which statement about manganese toxicity is FALSE?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which is NOT a factor in determining the rates of iron absorption?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Which is the most sensitive indicator of iron stores in the body?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

A naturally occurring molybdenum deficiency:

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

If the initiative does not pass and fluoride is not added to the drinking water,what are other means by which the dental health of children in the community could be protected?

Correct AnswerAnswered by ExamLex AIThere are several other means by which t...View AnswerShow Answer

The water supply in the small city where you live is not fluoridated.There is an initiative on an upcoming ballot to add fluoride in small amounts to the water in order to decrease dental caries.What is your opinion on the issue?

Correct AnswerAnswered by ExamLex AIAs a resident of the small city, I belie...View AnswerShow Answer

Which of the following statements about Keshan disease is FALSE?

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

High intakes of zinc stimulate the synthesis of _____________ in the mucosal cells.

Correct AnswerverifiedShow Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
Answered by ExamLex AI
Iron deficiency is a common nutritional ...
View Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
Answered by ExamLex AI
There are several other means by which t...
View Answer

Correct Answer
Answered by ExamLex AI
As a resident of the small city, I belie...
View Answer

Correct Answer
verified

Correct Answer
verified