When the diet contains an adequate amount of protein, what amino acid can be used by the body to synthesize niacin?
a. Lysine b. Valine
c. Tryptophan d. Phenylalanine
c
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Which of the following accurately describes minerals?
a. When a food is burned, all the minerals are found in the ash. b. The body absorbs each mineral from foods in much the same way. c. Minerals in food can be destroyed by acid. d. The body needs about 200 milligrams of each trace mineral each day. e. Major minerals are more important than trace minerals.
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. Slowed peristalsis can lead to constipation, gas, and bloating. 2. Older adults, especially those who have limited food intake, may not consume adequate amounts of vitamins A, C, B12, and E, as well as iron and zinc. 3. Sarcopenia is age-related progressive loss of muscle mass, muscle strength, and function.
Donna would like to lose weight. How many kcalories should she consume daily in order to lose weight while also meeting her nutritional needs?
a. 1200-1500 b. 1600-1800 c. 1500-1800 d. 1800-2000 e. 2000-2200
A critically ill and malnourished patient should receive TPN by _____ administration
a. bolus b. continuous c. cyclic d. intermittent e. forced