Sp G Chapter Test- Nutrition and the Aging Adult
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Sp G Chapter Test: Nutrition and the Aging Adult 1.
The aging phenomenon called sarcopenia is described by: reduced muscle mass 2.
The absorption of all of the following nutrients are often diminished in the elderly EXCEPT: vitamin B6 3.
All of the following describe changes that occur in the cardiovascular system with age EXCEPT: blood pressure decreases 4.
Which of the following CORRECTLY matches one of the aging theory subcategories to one of the two broad categories of aging theories (the programmed theory or the damage or error theory)? free radical theory–damage or error theory 5.
The RDA for which of the following is NOT increased for elderly individuals? Vitamin B12 6.
Which of the following is NOT true regarding fluid recommendations in older adults? Water DRI increases after age 70. 7.
All of the following conditions are a cause of the reduced appetite that is often seen with seniors EXCEPT: excellent dental health. 8.
Medical advances in the treatment of chronic diseases most dramatically improve life expectancy of what segment of the population? Seniors
9.
For a 70-kg senior, what level of daily protein intake is consistent with recommendations that are often made to reduce the risk or severity of sarcopenia? 90 g 10.
All of the following are associated with a reduced risk of dementia EXCEPT: regular consumption of saturated fat. 11.
All of the following are reasons why it is important for the elderly to maintain adequate muscle mass EXCEPT: reduces the risk of developing type 1 diabetes. 12.
MyPlate for Older Adults emphasizes all of the following recommendations EXCEPT: choosing convenience foods to ease food preparation. 13.
All of the following dietary habits have been shown to be associated with increased longevity EXCEPT: consuming a low-fat diet. 14.
What segment of the U.S. population is expected to see the biggest percentage increase by the year 2040? 85 years and older 15.
Deficiencies of any of the following nutrients can impact immune function EXCEPT: calcium. 16.
People who live in Blue Zones share all of the following behaviors that may contribute to their increased longevity EXCEPT: they sleep five hours per night. 17.
Decreased death rates in which age group have had the most dramatic effect on increasing life expectancy in the United States over the last 120 years?
0 to 10 years 18.
All of the following are associated with an increased life expectancy EXCEPT: remaining single (unmarried). 19.
All of the following are associated with an increased risk of death in elderly individuals EXCEPT: use of two or more prescription drugs. 20.
Which of the following can most likely result in decreased absorption of vitamin B12 and several minerals? atrophic gastritis
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