The primary treatment for medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency (MCADD) is avoiding long periods of fasting. How does this prevent the complications of the disorder?
a. Reduces fatty acid release from adipose tissue.
b. Reduces acylated fatty acid build up within the mitochondria.
c. Promotes mitochondrial transmembrane uptake of fatty acids.
d. Stimulates synthesis of carnitine transferases.
a
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The best method of achieving a desired energy deficit for many people is by: a. eliminating carbohydrate intake. b. avoiding vitamins A and E. c. restricting fat intake
d. limiting protein intake. e. avoiding alcohol.
Which of the following statements is true about patients with burns?
a. They are at high nutritional risk. b. They may be at high nutritional risk. c. Nutritional risk is dependent on comorbidities. d. Nutritional risk is based on the degree of the burn.
A patient services manager may be responsible for: a. coordination of patient care with the food service side of the department
b. operation of the tray-line and meal delivery process. c. supervision of clinical dieticians, dietetic technicians, and diet clerks. d. managing the revisions of a section of the diet manual.
All of the following are true regarding the development of food choices EXCEPT:
a. there is no direct evidence that food preferences (other than a preference for sweetness and a dislike of bitterness) are inborn. b. food likes and dislikes are almost entirely shaped by the environment. c. children instinctively know what to eat. d. food preferences are highly individual.