Question 1

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-The anticoagulant warfarin acts by blocking the enzyme that activates this nutrient

Accepted Answer

A)  Fight or flight
B)  Tend and befriend
C)  Life span
D)  Life expectancy
E)  IronF) CataractsG) Vitamin DH) ZincI) Beta-amyloidJ) SarcopeniaK) PurinesL) GoutM) Vitamin KN) AcetylcholineO) OsteoarthritisP) Grapefruit juiceQ) Pressure ulcersR) Hydrochloric acidS) Omega-3 fatty acidsT) Rheumatoid arthritisU) J) and Q)
V) D) and J)

Question 2

The medication megestrol acetate ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   relieves depression 
B)   promotes weight loss 
C)   enhances appetite 
D)   stimulates insulin production 
E)   treats dementiaF) C) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 3

A person's perceived physical and mental well-being is referred to as ________.

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The answer of A person's perceived physical and mental well-being...

Question 4

Older adults primarily diet in order to ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   economize when food prices increase 
B)   improve appearance 
C)   pursue a medical goal such as reducing cholesterol 
D)   reduce risks for development of atrophic gastritis and pernicious anemia 
E)   reduce feelings of depressionF) C) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 5

What is a congregate meal?

Accepted Answer

A)   A meal provided for groups of elderly in a place like a community center 
B)   A meal prepared for the elderly that meets two-thirds of the Dietary Recommended Intakes 
C)   A meal prepared for individual elderly members of large church organizations and delivered to their homes 
D)   A meal provided through the Nutrition Screening Initiative for nursing home residents 
E)   A meal prepared by a community organization and delivered to home-bound individuals where they liveF) All of the above
G) None of the above

Question 6

Which of the following would be the best substitute for fresh milk for the elderly person living alone who wishes to avoid food waste?

Accepted Answer

A)   UHT milk 
B)   Low-cost expired milk 
C)   Calcium carbonate tablets 
D)   Ricemilk 
E)   SoymilkF) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 7

A person's age in years from his or her date of birth is one's ________.

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The answer of A person's age in years from his...

Question 8

Why is dehydration a common problem among older adults?

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Despite real fluid needs,many older peop...

Question 9

How does aspirin reduce inflammation and relieve pain?

Accepted Answer

A)   It acts as a sedative. 
B)   It promotes wound healing and blood clotting. 
C)   It interferes with prostaglandins. 
D)   It binds to nerve receptors. 
E)   It stimulates endorphins.F) C) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 10

Describe two types of arthritis that can benefit from dietary changes and/or from physical activity.

Accepted Answer

The most common type of arthritis that d...

Question 11

Betty was diagnosed with a pressure ulcer,which means she has damage to her ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   skin 
B)   colon 
C)   mouth 
D)   stomach 
E)   eyeF) D) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 12

Which of the following is true of food assistance programs of the Older Americans Act?

Accepted Answer

A)   Eligibility begins at 50. 
B)   There are no income limits for eligibility. 
C)   Meals on Wheels is generally preferred to congregate meals. 
D)   Currently, only luncheon meals are offered. 
E)   Meals for people with special dietary needs are offered, but less frequently that regular meals.F) A) and B)
G) C) and E)

Question 13

Even with the help of Social Security,how many adults over age 65 live in poverty?

Accepted Answer

A)   9 
B)   15 
C)   26 
D)   33 
E)   40F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 14

MATCHING
-Deficiency caused,in part,by the elderly's low intake of milk

Accepted Answer

A)  Fight or flight
B)  Tend and befriend
C)  Life span
D)  Life expectancy
E)  IronF) CataractsG) Vitamin DH) ZincI) Beta-amyloidJ) SarcopeniaK) PurinesL) GoutM) Vitamin KN) AcetylcholineO) OsteoarthritisP) Grapefruit juiceQ) Pressure ulcersR) Hydrochloric acidS) Omega-3 fatty acidsT) Rheumatoid arthritisU) B) and C)
V) H) and N)

Question 15

Which type of arthritis most commonly disables older people?

Accepted Answer

A)   Osteoarthritis 
B)   Rheumatoid arthritis 
C)   Gout 
D)   Fibromyalgia 
E)   Psoriatic arthritisF) A) and B)
G) C) and E)

Question 16

Which of the following accurately describes concerns about water intake in elderly people?

Accepted Answer

A)   They may not feel thirsty or recognize dryness of the mouth. 
B)   They have an increased total body water content compared with younger adults. 
C)   They urinate more frequently, so require greater hydration. 
D)   They tend toward overhydration, which results in mental lapses and disorientation. 
E)   They develop pressure ulcers and urinary tract infections due to abundant intake of foods with high-water content.F) A) and D)
G) C) and D)

Question 17

What are five strategies for growing old healthfully?

Accepted Answer

•Choose nutrient-dense foods.
•Be physic...

Question 18

MATCHING
-Maximum number of years of life for a species

Accepted Answer

A)  Fight or flight
B)  Tend and befriend
C)  Life span
D)  Life expectancy
E)  IronF) CataractsG) Vitamin DH) ZincI) Beta-amyloidJ) SarcopeniaK) PurinesL) GoutM) Vitamin KN) AcetylcholineO) OsteoarthritisP) Grapefruit juiceQ) Pressure ulcersR) Hydrochloric acidS) Omega-3 fatty acidsT) Rheumatoid arthritisU) J) and T)
V) D) and N)

Question 19

Which of the following is commonly used as an additive in liquid medicines and causes diarrhea?

Accepted Answer

A)   Sorbitol 
B)   Maltose 
C)   Saccharin 
D)   Aspartame 
E)   LactuloseF) D) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 20

Hunger is persistent when energy is restricted by ________ percent.

Accepted Answer

A)   5 
B)   10 
C)   25 
D)   30 
E)   50F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Exam 17: Life Cycle Nutrition: Adulthood and the Later Years

Even with the help of Social Security,how many adults over age 65 live in poverty?

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MATCHING -Maximum number of years of life for a species

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Which of the following accurately describes concerns about water intake in elderly people?

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How does aspirin reduce inflammation and relieve pain?

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Which of the following would be the best substitute for fresh milk for the elderly person living alone who wishes to avoid food waste?

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What are five strategies for growing old healthfully?

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Which type of arthritis most commonly disables older people?

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Hunger is persistent when energy is restricted by ________ percent.

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The medication megestrol acetate ________.

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Older adults primarily diet in order to ________.

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What is a congregate meal?

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A person's age in years from his or her date of birth is one's ________.

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A person's perceived physical and mental well-being is referred to as ________.

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Describe two types of arthritis that can benefit from dietary changes and/or from physical activity.

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Betty was diagnosed with a pressure ulcer,which means she has damage to her ________.

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Why is dehydration a common problem among older adults?

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MATCHING -Deficiency caused,in part,by the elderly's low intake of milk

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Which of the following is true of food assistance programs of the Older Americans Act?

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MATCHING -The anticoagulant warfarin acts by blocking the enzyme that activates this nutrient

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Which of the following is commonly used as an additive in liquid medicines and causes diarrhea?

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