29 Questions
What is the aim of a diet high in potassium?
To replace lost potassium
Which food is NOT recommended for individuals with severe potassium loss?
Canned fish
Which diet focuses on reducing sodium intake?
Renal diet
Why would a high iron diet be prescribed?
To replace a deficit of iron
What physical principle is associated with the Law of Motion in the digestive tract?
Refraction
What is the purpose of a high residue diet?
To mechanically stimulate the gastrointestinal tract
What is used in endoscopic procedures to view the internal walls of the stomach?
Fiber optics
Which of the following foods is NOT associated with a high iron content?
Canned fish
Which process results in the formation of high-energy ATP molecules and heat from nutrients like glucose?
Oxidation
Why might a high residue diet be prescribed as a pre-operative diet for abdominal surgery?
To prevent constipation during recovery
What type of life forms can use substances other than oxygen for cellular oxidation?
Anaerobes
What modification can be made to foods to make them easier for clients to ingest?
Cutting up, chopping, or pureeing
What is the main function of glyconeogenesis?
Accelerate and raise blood glucose levels
Which nutrient source primarily contributes to insulation and protection afforded by adipose tissues?
Fats from coconut oil and butter
What happens to excess glucose when the blood insulin content is adequate?
It is converted to fat
Which type of diet would be considered high in fiber based on the text?
Low-residue diet
What is the main role of proteins in the body, based on the text?
Necessary for growth, development, and normal functioning
What is the aim of a low fat diet?
To prevent contractions of diseased organs
Which of the following is NOT allowed on a moderate fat diet?
Fried foods
What is the aim of a restricted calories diet?
To reduce caloric intake below the body's energy demands for weight loss
Which diet is prescribed for burns, maternity, aging, childhood surgery, and wider nutrition?
Increase calories diet
What food is usually limited to one or two servings per day on a low fat diet?
Margarine or butter
Which of the following is NOT usually included in a low fat diet?
Chocolate and peanut butter
What is the purpose of paracentesis?
To remove excessive fluid from the abdomen
Which route of administration is NOT mentioned for fluid and electrolyte replenishment?
Oral
What is a major risk factor associated with obesity mentioned in the text?
Gallbladder disease
Which hormone is suggested in the text to trigger hunger and affect weight management?
Ghrelin
What clinical finding indicates morbid obesity according to the text?
Triceps skinfold greater than 25 mm in women
Which behavior is NOT associated with obesity according to the text?
High physical activity level
Test your knowledge on the principles of glyconeogenesis, glucose storage as fat, and the role of carbohydrates in providing energy. This quiz covers topics related to nutrient sources of energy and metabolic processes.
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