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Exam Prep 3 FN42 Nutrition Obj 2.02-2.04

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is essential for peak performance of all athletes?

a)

Adequate hydration

b)

High protein diet

c)

Intense training sessions

d)

Frequent competitions

2.

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and ChooseMyPlate.gov, how much of your grains should be whole grains?

a)

1/4

b)

1/2

c)

3/4

d)

1

3.

Medical nutrition therapy and science-based diets can be beneficial but _________ ___________ can be unhealthy and are generally not endorsed by the medical profession.

a)

fad diets

b)

balanced diets

c)

nutrient-rich diets

d)

calorie-restricted diets

4.

How big should serving sizes be for toddlers?

a)

1 T. for every year of age

b)

2 T. for every year of age

c)

1/2 T. for every year of age

d)

3 T. for every year of age

5.

Low weight and body fat in female athletes can cause an abnormal cessation of menstrual periods known as ____________________

a)

Amenorrhea

b)

Dysmenorrhea

c)

Menorrhagia

d)

Oligomenorrhea

6.

Which vitamin is essential for pregnant women (especially in the first trimester) because it contributes to brain and spinal cord development and prevents birth defects?

a)

Vitamin A

b)

Vitamin C

c)

Folate/Folic Acid

d)

Vitamin D

7.

What should athletes who are trying to lower body fat or weight NOT do?

a)

Use laxatives, diuretics and emetics

b)

Follow a balanced diet

c)

Increase protein intake

d)

Engage in regular exercise

8.

When should water, carbohydrates w/a high glycemic index, high quality protein and sodium be consumed for post-workout recovery?

a)

within 30 minutes after physical activity

b)

1 hour after physical activity

c)

immediately before physical activity

d)

2 hours after physical activity

9.

Which of the following should all athletes avoid before athletic competitions?

a)

Energy drinks

b)

Fried foods

c)

High fiber foods

d)

All of the above

10.

What eating disorder is characterized by recurrent and frequent episodes of eating unusually large amounts of food followed by one or more of the following behaviors: forced vomiting, excessive use of laxatives or diuretics, fasting and/or excessive exercise?

a)

Bulimia nervosa

b)

Anorexia nervosa

c)

Binge eating disorder

d)

Pica

11.

What do older adults need more of to prevent osteoporosis?

a)

Calcium and Vitamin D

b)

Iron and Magnesium

c)

Vitamin C and Zinc

d)

Protein and Fiber

12.

Female teens need more iron (red meat, legumes, dark leafy vegetables, and whole-grain/enriched breads and cereals) to prevent what?

a)

Anemia

b)

Fatigue

c)

Weight gain

d)

Bone density loss

13.

Which type of milk is NEVER appropriate in the first year of life?

a)

Iron-fortified infant formula

b)

Breast milk

c)

Cow's milk

d)

Enfamil premium

14.

What can individuals with celiac disease not digest? Consuming it can damage their small intestine.

a)

Rice

b)

Corn

c)

Wheat bread (gluten)

d)

Oats

15.

When are sports drinks usually recommended?

a)

For endurance events lasting 4+ hours

b)

For short workouts under 30 minutes

c)

For casual hydration during daily activities

d)

For high-intensity training sessions lasting 1 hour

16.

How many calories do pre-school age children need daily?

a)

800-1,000

b)

1,200-1,600

c)

1,600-2,000

d)

1,000-1,200

17.

Which diet is promoted by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (part of the NIH, an agency of the U. S. Dept of Health and Human Services) to lower hypertension AKA high blood pressure?

a)

DASH Diet

b)

Mediterranean Diet

c)

Ketogenic Diet

d)

Paleo Diet

18.

Which food(s) should pregnant and lactating women avoid?

a)

Alcohol

b)

Seafood high in mercury

c)

Caffeine

d)

All of the above

19.

Food allergies are abnormal immune responses to food. The eight most common food allergens include: soy and soy products, wheat, eggs, peanuts and tree nuts, _________ and __________, milk and dairy.

a)

fish and shellfish

b)

corn and rice

c)

barley and oats

d)

chicken and turkey

20.

What eating disorder is characterized by a low weight, fear of gaining weight, strong desire to be thin, and food restriction?

a)

Bulimia nervosa

b)

Anorexia nervosa

c)

Binge eating disorder

d)

Pica