Which vitamin is routinely given as a single dose to newborns?

Which vitamin is routinely given as a single dose to newborns?
 
  a. Vitamin A
  b. Vitamin E
  c. Vitamin K
  d. Vitamin B12
  e. Vitamin C

Q. 2

Of the following, which would most readily induce a vitamin K deficiency?
 
  a. Achlorhydria
  b. Antibiotic therapy
  c. Presence of oxalic acid in food
  d. Insufficient intake of green leafy vegetables
  e. High-fat, high-protein diet

Q. 3

Which of the following vitamins is synthesized by intestinal bacteria?
 
  a. A
  b. C
  c. D
  d. E
  e. K

Q. 4

Which of the following is a characteristic of vitamin K nutrition?
 
  a. Deficiency may lead to hemophilia.
  b. Toxicity may increase risk for hemophilia.
  c. Absorption is inhibited when bile production diminishes.
  d. Supplements are highly effective against osteoporosis.
  e. The UL is 10 above the RDA for both men and women, across all age groups.

Q. 5

Which of the following is a feature of osteocalcin?
 
  a. It activates lysosomes involved in remodeling bone.
  b. It binds calcium in the GI tract to enhance absorption.
  c. It requires vitamin K to bind to bone-forming minerals.
  d. It works synergistically with the kidneys to reduce urinary calcium excretion.
  e. It binds to vitamin K and is excreted in feces.

Q. 6

In what chief capacity does vitamin K function?
 
  a. Blood clotting
  b. Energy metabolism
  c. Calcium utilization
  d. Epithelial tissue renewal
  e. Synthesis of gonadotrophic hormones

Q. 7

Which of the following is characteristic of the tocopherols?
 
  a. Good food sources include lean meats and dairy.
  b. The various tocopherols perform similar roles in the body.
  c. They are usually found in foods high in polyunsaturated fats.
  d. The various tocopherol compounds can be converted to the active alpha-tocopherol.
  e. The upper level for adults in 2000 mg/day.