Community Nutrition

Which of the following best describes the scope of public nutrition?

• a) Preventing and managing nutritional problems at the community level

• b) Focusing only on individual diet plans

• c) Studying food preferences in different cultures

• d) Limiting research to food production

What is the primary cause of Protein-Energy Malnutrition (PEM)?

• a) Overeating protein-rich foods

• b) Deficiency of proteins and calories

• c) Excess carbohydrate intake

• d) Increased fat consumption

Which vitamin deficiency leads to night blindness?

• a) Vitamin A

• b) Vitamin B12

• c) Vitamin C

• d) Vitamin D

Iron deficiency anemia is commonly seen in:

• a) Young children and pregnant women

• b) Elderly men only

• c) People who consume excess meat

• d) People who consume excess meat

Which nutrient deficiency is the primary cause of goiter?

• a) Iron

• b) Iodine

• c) Calcium

• d) Vitamin D

Fluorosis is caused by excessive intake of:

• a) Calcium

• b) Fluoride

• c) Iron

• d) Sodium

Obesity is primarily caused by:

• a) Excess calorie intake and low physical activity

• b) Drinking too much water

• c) Eating only fruits

• d) Lack of vitamins

Which term describes the coexistence of undernutrition and overnutrition in the same population?

• a) Double burden of malnutrition

• b) Triple burden of malnutrition

• c) Single burden of disease

• d) Food security

The term "hidden hunger" refers to:

• a) Overeating due to emotional stress

• b) Micronutrient deficiencies despite adequate calorie intake

• c) Excess protein consumption

• d) Lack of knowledge about food sources

Triple burden of malnutrition includes:

• a) Undernutrition, overnutrition, and micronutrient deficiencies

• b) Only vitamin deficiencies

• c) Only obesity-related diseases

• d) Lack of access to clean water