Question 1

Vitamin K participates in the synthesis of prothrombin and ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   osteocalcin 
B)   adipose tissue 
C)   calbindin 
D)   calciferol 
E)   teratogenF) B) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 2

Which is the least toxic of the fat-soluble vitamins?

Accepted Answer

A)   A 
B)   E 
C)   K 
D)   D2 
E)   D3F) None of the above
G) A) and B)

Question 3

An adult deficient in vitamin D may experience a softening of the bones,which is called ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   rickets 
B)   osteomalacia 
C)   keratomalacia 
D)   hyperkeratosis 
E)   osteopeniaF) A) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 4

MATCHING
-Vitamin K1

Accepted Answer

A)  Xerosis
B)  Rickets
C)  Chlorophyll
D)  Tocopherols
E)  Beta-caroteneF) Vitamin AG) Vitamin EH) Vitamin KI) CalciferolJ) HemophiliaK) AntibioticsL) OsteomalaciaM) CalbindinN) XerophthalmiaO) OsteocalcinP) PhylloquinoneQ) Wheat germ oilR) Erythrocyte hemolysisS) CabbageT) RetinolU) K) and S)
V) G) and N)

Question 5

The highest attainable bone density for an individual is called ____________________.

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The answer of The highest attainable bone density for an...

Question 6

MATCHING
-Vitamin A precursor found in plants

Accepted Answer

A)  Xerosis
B)  Rickets
C)  Chlorophyll
D)  Tocopherols
E)  Beta-caroteneF) Vitamin AG) Vitamin EH) Vitamin KI) CalciferolJ) HemophiliaK) AntibioticsL) OsteomalaciaM) CalbindinN) XerophthalmiaO) OsteocalcinP) PhylloquinoneQ) Wheat germ oilR) Erythrocyte hemolysisS) CabbageT) RetinolU) K) and T)
V) A) and J)

Question 7

The best way to add antioxidants to the diet is to ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   rely on supplements to meet RDA 
B)   combine dietary intake and supplementation 
C)   add a selenium supplement to a diet rich in vitamin E 
D)   eat generous servings of fruits and vegetables daily 
E)   create a diet rich in low-carb, high-protein foodsF) A) and D)
G) B) and D)

Question 8

At birth,a single dose of vitamin ________ is given by intramuscular injection.

Accepted Answer

A)   A 
B)   D2 
C)   D3 
D)   E 
E)   KF) A) and C)
G) B) and C)

Question 9

Your old friend from high school has just moved to Northern Canada to do full-time research on bats in caves.She typically works in the caves during the day when the bats are there and leaves at sundown when the bats are active.Your friend is careful about her health and only purchases organic and all natural foods.Based on this information alone,which of the following foods would you recommend your friend regularly buy at the grocery store?

Accepted Answer

A)   Whole-grain bread 
B)   Vitamin D-fortified milk 
C)   Vitamin A-fortified carrot juice 
D)   Wheat germ 
E)   Vitamin K-rich whole grain cerealsF) B) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 10

Which disorder is seen in premature infants deficient in vitamin E?

Accepted Answer

A)   Rickets 
B)   Xerophthalmia 
C)   Muscular dystrophy 
D)   Erythrocyte hemolysis 
E)   OsteomalaciaF) A) and C)
G) A) and B)

Question 11

What is the RDA for vitamin D for a 20-year-old person?

Accepted Answer

A)   5 mg 
B)   10 mg 
C)   15 mg 
D)   20 mg 
E)   50 mgF) A) and C)
G) A) and D)

Question 12

Which of the following statements accurately describes vitamin A's role in vision?

Accepted Answer

A)   Retinoic acid is the form required for synthesis of retinoblasts. 
B)   Light causes retinal to shift from a cis to a trans configuration. 
C)   Retinol is the form bound to beta-carotene in the corneal membrane. 
D)   Pigment molecules in the retina are composed of vitamin A and the protein elastin. 
E)   Retinol protects the visual cortex from teratogenic chemicals.F) A) and B)
G) C) and D)

Question 13

Substances that induce oxidative stress are called ________.

Accepted Answer

A)   prooxidants 
B)   antioxidants 
C)   free radical generators 
D)   reactive electron oxidants 
E)   oxidative facilitatorsF) C) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 14

The condition of having too few red blood cells as a result of erythrocyte hemolysis is ________.

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The answer of The condition of having too few red...

Question 15

A child with beaded ribs is likely deficient in which vitamin?

Accepted Answer

A)   A 
B)   B12 
C)   C 
D)   D 
E)   EF) None of the above
G) All of the above

Question 16

Which of the following statements about vitamin D's role in the body is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)   Adequate intake slows the progression of Parkinson's disease. 
B)   Evidence shows supplementation has health benefits beyond correcting deficiencies. 
C)   It signals cells of the immune system to defend against infectious diseases. 
D)   Gene activity that regulates cell growth is enhanced or suppressed. 
E)   It may protect against hypertension, inflammation, and type 2 diabetes.F) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 17

Which of the following would cause a secondary vitamin K deficiency?

Accepted Answer

A)   Excess bile production 
B)   Antibiotics 
C)   Presence of oxalic acid in food 
D)   Insufficient intake of green leafy vegetables 
E)   A high-fat, high-protein dietF) C) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 18

A calcium-binding transport protein that requires vitamin D for its synthesis is ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A calcium-binding transport protein that requires vitamin...

Question 19

What is prothrombin?

Accepted Answer

A)   A storage protein for vitamin K 
B)   A transport protein for vitamin E 
C)   An active protein needed for bone formation 
D)   An inactive protein needed for blood clot formation 
E)   A soluble protein that decreases the "stickiness" of red blood cellsF) None of the above
G) A) and D)

Question 20

Which of the following accurately describes fat-soluble vitamins?

Accepted Answer

A)   They travel freely and are absorbed directly into the blood. 
B)   They circulate freely in water-filled parts of the body. 
C)   Deficiency symptoms sometimes take a year or more to develop on a poor diet. 
D)   The kidneys detect and remove excesses in urine. 
E)   They are needed in frequent doses, perhaps ever 1 to 3 days.F) B) and D)
G) B) and C)

Exam 11: The Fat-Soluble Vitamins,A,D,E and K

Vitamin K participates in the synthesis of prothrombin and ________.

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Substances that induce oxidative stress are called ________.

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Which of the following statements accurately describes vitamin A's role in vision?

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Which of the following would cause a secondary vitamin K deficiency?

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A calcium-binding transport protein that requires vitamin D for its synthesis is ________.

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At birth,a single dose of vitamin ________ is given by intramuscular injection.

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The highest attainable bone density for an individual is called ____________________.

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The condition of having too few red blood cells as a result of erythrocyte hemolysis is ________.

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An adult deficient in vitamin D may experience a softening of the bones,which is called ________.

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The best way to add antioxidants to the diet is to ________.

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MATCHING -Vitamin A precursor found in plants

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Which disorder is seen in premature infants deficient in vitamin E?

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What is prothrombin?

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Which of the following statements about vitamin D's role in the body is FALSE?

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Which is the least toxic of the fat-soluble vitamins?

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A child with beaded ribs is likely deficient in which vitamin?

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MATCHING -Vitamin K1

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What is the RDA for vitamin D for a 20-year-old person?

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Which of the following accurately describes fat-soluble vitamins?

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Exam 11: The Fat-Soluble Vitamins,A,D,E and K

Vitamin K participates in the synthesis of prothrombin and ________.

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Substances that induce oxidative stress are called ________.

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Which of the following statements accurately describes vitamin A's role in vision?

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Which of the following would cause a secondary vitamin K deficiency?

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A calcium-binding transport protein that requires vitamin D for its synthesis is ________.

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At birth,a single dose of vitamin ________ is given by intramuscular injection.

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The highest attainable bone density for an individual is called ____________________.

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The condition of having too few red blood cells as a result of erythrocyte hemolysis is ________.

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An adult deficient in vitamin D may experience a softening of the bones,which is called ________.

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The best way to add antioxidants to the diet is to ________.

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MATCHING -Vitamin A precursor found in plants

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Which disorder is seen in premature infants deficient in vitamin E?

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What is prothrombin?

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Which of the following statements about vitamin D's role in the body is FALSE?

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Which is the least toxic of the fat-soluble vitamins?

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A child with beaded ribs is likely deficient in which vitamin?

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MATCHING -Vitamin K1

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What is the RDA for vitamin D for a 20-year-old person?

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Which of the following accurately describes fat-soluble vitamins?

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