WK 10: Micronutrition

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Which of the following vitamins is essential for cell membranes, anti-oxidant activity, and blood clotting?

  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin E (correct)
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin K

What is the main function of Vitamin D in the body?

  • Regulation of heartbeat
  • Digestion of proteins
  • Maintenance of calcium levels (correct)
  • Production of blood cells

Where can Vitamin A be commonly found as a nutrient source?

  • Seafood
  • Yellow, orange, and dark green vegetables and fruits (correct)
  • Nuts and seeds
  • Citrus fruits

Which vitamin is associated with functions like reproduction, vision, and immune function?

<p>Vitamin A (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of fat-soluble vitamins in terms of solubility?

<p>Soluble in fats (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is associated with high amounts of vitamin A?

<p>Cod liver oils (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of excessive iron intake?

<p>Haemochromatosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the dietitian in assessing micronutrient deficiencies?

<p>Considering all information including medical diagnosis, blood tests, medications, and eating habits (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of micronutrient?

<p>Mineral (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential interaction to consider when supplementing with vitamin A?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of trace elements in the diet?

<p>They are essential for maintaining good health (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral is essential for the development and maintenance of the skeleton, neuromuscular function, and cardiac function?

<p>Calcium (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral acts as a co-factor to over 300 enzyme systems, aids in energy generation, and balances electrolytes such as potassium and calcium?

<p>Magnesium (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral is crucial for systemic acid/base balance, acts as a store/transport mechanism for energy, and activates catalytic proteins?

<p>Phosphorus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral is the major cation of intracellular fluids, supports muscle/nerve functionality, and is maintained by the Na⁺/K⁺ ATPase pump?

<p>Potassium (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral is fundamental in maintaining extracellular volume and serum osmolality, and plays a role in active transport of molecules across cell membranes?

<p>Sodium (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral is essential for bone and muscle formation, intra/extracellular fluid balance, enzyme activity, and pH regulation?

<p>Phosphorus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which micronutrient is essential for bone and muscle formation/function?

<p>Fluoride (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of micro-minerals, or trace elements, in the body?

<p>Enzyme activity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral is important for enzyme activity and pH regulation?

<p>Manganese (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential barrier to home discharge for the patient in the text?

<p>Difficult IV access (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral is commonly found in cakes and biscuits?

<p>Selenium (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of micro-minerals known as trace elements in metabolism?

<p>Co-enzymes for metabolism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between macronutrients and micronutrients?

<p>Micronutrients are required in smaller amounts compared to macronutrients. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of fat-soluble vitamins?

<p>Assist in blood clotting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral is classified as a micro-mineral or trace element?

<p>Iron (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

From which of the following food sources can Vitamin C be obtained?

<p>Citrus fruits and berries (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are minerals crucial for overall health?

<p>To support proper nerve function and muscle contraction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of trace elements in the diet?

<p>They regulate thyroid function and support immune health (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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