DTN-NUR Day Zero Quiz

How many allied health degree programmes are offered at SIT this year?

• 4

• 5

• 6

• 7

Answer explanation

The 7 degree programmes are:

- Diagnostic Radiography (DR)

- Dietetics and Nutrition (DTN)

- Nursing (NUR)

- Occupational Therapy (OT)

- Physiotherapy (PT)

- Radiation Therapy (RT)

- Speech and Language Therapy (SLT)

Which of the following are macronutrients? (Multi-select)

• Protein

• Fat

• Water

• Carbohydrates

Answer explanation

Only macronutrients contribute to calories - Carbohydrates and protein contributes 4 kcal/g while fats contributes 9kcal/g.

Fun fact: Alcohol contributes 7kcal/g

Myocardial Ischemia is also known as a “Heart Attack”. True or False?

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Myocardial ischemia is the partial or full obstruction of blood flow due to the buildup of plagues. When these plagues rupture, it can result is myocardial infarction, otherwise commonly known as heart attack.

How many servings of brown rice and wholemeal bread should the general adult population (19 - 49 years old) consume in a day?

• 4 - 5

• 5 - 7

• 5 - 6

• 4 - 6

Answer explanation

HPB recommends the following serving sizes for the different food groups:

Brown Rice and Wholemeal Bread: 5 - 7 servings

Fruits: 2 servings

Vegetables: 2 servings

Meat & Others: 3 servings (in which 1/2 serving is dairy)

Each of the following is a function of the integumentary system (skin) except ________.

• Detection of Sensations

• Synthesis of Vitamin C

• Excretion of Salts & Wastes

• Protection of Underlying Tissue

Answer explanation

The human body is incapable of synthesizing vitamin C. It can only be obtained via food sources such as citrus fruits, broccoli etc.

What does RDA stands for?

• Recommended Dietary Allowances

• Recommended Daily Allowances

• Recommended Dietary Averages

• Recommended Daily Averages

Answer explanation

According to HPB, Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) refer to the recommended daily levels of nutrients to meet the needs of nearly all healthy individuals in a particular age and gender group.

The ________ carry blood away from the heart.

• Venules

• Arteries

• Veins

• Capillaries

Answer explanation

The arteries and arterioles delivers oxygenated blood and nutrients from the heart to the organs and tissues. On the other hand, venules and veins carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.

The capillaries is responsible for the exchange of gases and transfer of nutrients between blood and tissues.

Which of the following is NOT an organic nutrient?

Note: An organic nutrient contains carbon

• Carbohydrate

• Vitamins

• Protein

• Minerals

Answer explanation

To qualify as an organic nutrient, it must contain carbon. Examples of minerals include sodium, potassium, calcium etc. which do not contain carbon, thus not qualifying as an organic nutrient.

Where does protein digestion begin?

• Mouth

• Small Intestine

• Stomach

• Large Intestine

Answer explanation

Protein is digested by proteases activated by hydrochloric acid present in the stomach.

Which dietary guideline does Singapore follow currently?

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Answer explanation

'My Healthy Plate' was launched in 2014 to advocate on healthy meal planning which includes a quarter plate of wholegrains, a quarter plate of protein and half plate of fruits and vegetables. The plate used in this illustration is a 10-inch plate.