Which of the following is a characteristic of vitamin K nutrition?
a. Deficiency may lead to hemophilia.
b. Toxicity may increase risk for hemophilia.
c. Absorption is inhibited when bile production diminishes.
d. Supplements are highly effective against osteoporosis.
e. The UL is 10% above the RDA for both men and women, across all age groups.
ANS: C
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Andrew Jamison is a 47-year-old construction worker with a long history of alcohol abuse. Recently he has been experiencing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. A visit to his physician and laboratory testing confirmed a diagnosis of cirrhosis. He is 5'10" tall and currently weighs 145 pounds
Due to the risk of foodborne illness, Mr. Jamison should avoid all of the following foods except: a. rare steak. b. sushi. c. unpasteurized milk. d. canned vegetables.
One disadvantage to using a food frequency questionnaire is that ____
a. it does not take into account fluctuations in food intake b. it cannot identify short-term changes in food intake c. the results are not affected by seasonal changes in diet d. it may not be reflective of a typical day's intake e. it is not easy for the patient to answer
Which of the following statements about body fat is false?
A) It is a component of every cell in the body. B) It cushions internal organs. C) Body fat at 3-5% of a woman's total weight is necessary for health. D) Body fat serves essential roles in the manufacture of hormones. E) Low body fat levels are associated with infertility.