WorksheetsFN2 Unit 2 Review
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Cameron is considering a dietary supplement to help him build lean muscle mass. Which type of supplement should he automatically reject?
a supplement whose ingredients are listed on the label
a supplement that uses generic ingredients
a supplement that tests for banned substances
a supplement whose dosage is based on scientific research
Which suggestion would be best for a pregnant woman in her second trimester?
800 additional calories a day including calcium-rich snacks
800 additional calories a day including three additional servings of protein
340 additional calories a day including calcium-rich snacks
200 additional calories a day including three additional servings of protein
Jennifer is trying to decide whether to breastfeed her baby once it is born. What is an advantage of breastfeeding for the mother?
enhances mother’s immune system
slower weight loss after pregnancy
less flexibility and convenience
saves money and time
Which are most likely to have high amounts of trans fats?
citrus fruits
fast foods
lean meats
vegetables
How does eating excessive amounts of fats impact the body?
by causing anemia
by causing nausea
by causing obesity
by causing osteoporosis
Dietary fiber is essential to digestion and metabolism because:
it contributes to the breaking down of carbohydrates.
it helps contribute to a healthy bowel system, lowers cholesterol, helps control blood sugar levels, and helps maintain a healthy weight.
it helps eliminate amino acids from the body.
it serves as the transportation system throughout the bloodstream.
Collard greens, spinach, turnips, and fortified cereals are all good sources of which nutrient?
vitamin B complex
iron
magnesium
sodium
Elizabeth wants to choose a healthy snack to help her recover after a tough swim practice. Which would be the best choice?
a bag of potato chips and a soda
a peanut butter and banana smoothie with a scoop of protein powder
a large sports drink and a chocolate muffin
a pepperoni and sausage pizza
Sam experienced painful stomach cramps during his last basketball game. What could have caused this?
eating 3-4 hours before the game
drinking water during the game
eating a large meal 20 minutes before the game
eating complex carbohydrates before the game
Tom is at a healthy weight but wants to gain body mass during the rugby off-season. Which suggestion would be recommended?
increasing saturated fats
decreasing calorie intake
increasing aerobic activity
increasing strength training
Diets high in cholesterol and saturated fats are thought to contribute to:
diabetes.
heart disease.
hypertension.
macular degeneration.
What substitution is most likely used for a milk in an ovo-vegetarian diet?
soy, rice, or nut milk
cheese
yogurt
ice cream
When developing an eating plan for people with diabetes, a dietitian should encourage:
eating more refined grains.
eating only lean meats and vegetables.
never eating snacks.
spacing meals and snacks evenly throughout the day.
Obesity and being overweight are major risk factors for which disease?
colon cancer
diabetes
lung disease
thyroid cancer
After eating ice cream, George has stomach cramps and diarrhea. George is most likely experiencing:
a dairy allergy.
a gluten allergy.
gluten intolerance.
lactose intolerance.
Dark-colored urine, dryness of the mouth, weakness, and an increased pulse rate are results of not consuming enough:
water
carbohydrates
protein
vitamins
Heather is preparing a shrimp and vegetable stir-fry. Which fat should she use if she wants to decrease LDL cholesterol and increase HDL cholesterol?
butter
olive oil
stick margarine
partially hydrogenated soybean oil
The preworkout nutrition pyramid recommends consuming complex carbohydrates, lean protein, fruits and vegetables, and:
healthy fats
saturated fats
high-sugar beverages
fried foods
Miguel wants to prevent muscle cramps during his track meets. What nutrient should he include in his pregame meals?
phosphorus
protein
potassium
unsaturated fat
Mark’s four-year-old son refuses to eat anything but chicken nuggets and applesauce. Which is the best suggestion for Mark?
force his son to eat everything on his plate
continue to offer healthy choices at every meal
eat chicken nuggets and applesauce with him
take his son to the doctor to check for malnutrition
Meredith is in her first trimester of pregnancy and has gained 15 pounds. What would a dietitian suggest for her second and third trimesters?
consume double the recommended calories to maximize weight gain
choose nutrient-dense meals to gain 25–35 pounds total
choose processed foods and fast foods to satisfy cravings
begin a calorie-restrictive diet to avoid gaining any more weight
Jo Anne is putting together recipes for cooking lean protein sources for a community event. Which recipe would be best to include?
grilled shrimp kebabs with pineapple rice
grilled beef cheeseburger
buffalo chicken dip with fried chips
smoked pork belly tacos
Which source of water is the lowest in calories?
decaffeinated drinks
tap water
fruits and vegetables
carbohydrates
Joseph drank liquids while playing football, but he also needs a mineral in his body so that his muscles will not cramp. What mineral is this?
calcium
iodine
iron
potassium
Which food pairing provides the least complete protein?
peas and carrots
beef and chicken
dried beans and rice
yogurt and flax seeds
An important function of water in the body is to:
add calories to the diet.
help with food digestion.
protect internal organs.
supply all energy.
Sara is a ballet dancer who has been severely limiting calories and eliminating dairy products from her diet. How could these actions negatively impact her health?
by increasing her protein intake and promoting weight gain
by lowering her bone density and increasing her risk of osteoporosis
by increasing her risk of dehydration
by stabilizing her blood sugar and promoting weight loss
Emma thinks constantly about her body size and weight, and she skips most meals in order to lose weight. With which eating disorder would Emma most likely be diagnosed?
bulimia nervosa
anorexia nervosa
binge-eating disorder
orthorexia nervosa
Older adults have specific social factors for nutrition that must be considered, such as:
stronger immune systems
avoiding fresh foods that are high in fiber.
increased sensitivity to taste and smell.
reduced mobility or access to grocery shopping.
Which is a recommendation for reducing childhood obesity?
Encourage the drinking of juices and sodas.
Offer foods that are high in fat, such as potato chips and ice cream.
Promote snacking before meals and after school.
Offer meals and snacks that are nutrient dense.
How can teenagers and young adults reach peak bone mass to prevent osteoporosis later in life?
by participating in sedentary activities
by consuming less protein and vitamin D
by consuming a nutritious diet rich in calcium
by avoiding full-fat dairy products and leafy greens
Maria is babysitting an eight-year-old girl and a five-year-old boy after school, and she is unsure what they should do. Which activity would be recommended?
watching their favorite show on TV
going through the drive-through of a fast-food restaurant to get snacks
playing a game of tag in the backyard
letting the kids play their favorite video game while Maria does her homework
Carolina’s daughter is two months old. Which is the best suggestion for feeding the infant?
Feed the baby a bottle every time she cries.
Feed the baby approximately four times a day.
Start feeding the baby solid foods.
Feed the baby approximately every four hours.
What is a common function of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats?
to build and maintain body tissues
to carry iron and oxygen in the blood
to form hormones, enzymes, and antibodies
to provide energy
Where are excessive amounts of calcium stored in the body?
blood
bones
liver
muscles
How does eating foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids impact the body?
may help one to gain weight
may help one to lose weight
may give one energy
may lower the risk of heart disease
What is the difference between consuming vitamins in food and taking vitamin supplements?
Natural herbs have more nutritional value than food.
Supplements are less expensive than food and have the same benefits.
There are no differences between consuming vitamin supplements and food.
Vitamin supplements lack some of the nutrients that are available in food.
What is a good way to obtain vitamin D?
being out in the sunshine
drinking juice
eating apples
eating chicken livers
Olivia's diet is high in animal sources of protein. If she replaces animal sources of protein in her diet with plant sources, she will get:
less saturated fat
more saturated fat
no fat
the same amount of saturated fat
Which meal best follows the principles suggested by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?
baked chicken, green beans, fruit salad, whole wheat roll, and fat-free milk
broiled fish, french fries, slaw, hush puppies, and whole milk
fried chicken, green beans, mashed potatoes, dinner roll, and soda
fried fish, baked potato, tossed salad, hush puppies, and ice cream
If a client experiences an adverse reaction such as getting a headache after consuming a food, he/she most likely has:
a food intolerance.
celiac disease.
a food preference.
some genetic intolerance.
What nutrient do vegetarians need to be extra careful they are consuming enough of to avoid a deficiency?
water
carbohydrates
fat
protein
What would be an accepted nutrition therapy diet for a patient with hypertension?
Paleo diet
DASH diet
slow-food diet
liquid tube feedings
What should people with a digestive disorder such as irritable bowel syndrome or gastroesophageal reflux disease increase in their diet to alleviate many symptoms?
carbohydrates
fats
fiber
protein
A recommendation found in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans is to:
choose a diet low in saturated fats, trans fats, and cholesterol.
choose citrus fruits to replace other fruits and vegetables.
decrease intake of whole grains.
increase sodium intake.
What would be an appropriate medical nutrition therapy for a patient that had a stroke and has difficulty swallowing?
serve foods rich in carbohydrates
modify texture to make food more rough
make food spicier
modify texture to make food more smooth
Marco’s football coach suggested he lose weight at the beginning of the season. Which weight loss regimen would be recommended?
severely restricting calories
decreasing protein consumption
choosing nutrient-dense foods and increasing aerobic activity
skipping breakfast and lunch
Which would be the best breakfast choice before competing in an athletic event?
a sausage biscuit with fried potato wedges
an energy drink
a doughnut and flavored yogurt
a hard-boiled egg and oatmeal with strawberries and pecans
Which is a potential symptom of the female athlete triad?
increased muscle strength
amenorrhea
increased bone density
lactic acid buildup
What is the difference between fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins?
Fat-soluble vitamins are easier to dissolve than water-soluble vitamins.
Fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the liver, and water-soluble vitamins pass through the urine.
Fat-soluble vitamins pass through the urine, and water-soluble vitamins are stored in the liver.
There is no difference in the two types of vitamins.
