Compared to the typical American diet, the DASH diet provides:

Compared to the typical American diet, the DASH diet provides:
 
 a. more fruits and vegetables.
  b. less milk and dairy products.
  c. more grains and fat.
  d. more meat.

Q. 2

The diet health authorities recommend for treatment of hypertension is high in:
 
 a. sodium, chloride, and potassium.
  b. calcium, phosphorus, and zinc.
  c. potassium, calcium, and magnesium.
  d. folate, vitamin B12, and calcium.

Q. 3

Lifestyle modifications that help in the treatment of hypertension include all of the following except:
 
 a. reducing weight, if overweight.
  b. reducing sodium intake.
  c. increasing calcium intake.
  d. restricting fluid intake.

Q. 4

Which of the following is not a risk factor for hypertension?
 
 a. aging
  b. salt sensitivity
  c. alcohol abuse
  d. excessive calcium intake

Q. 5

Optimal resting blood pressure for adults is _____.
 
 a. <105 over <55 mm hg
  b. <115 over <60 mm hg
  c. <120 over <80 mm hg
  d. <140 Hg

Q. 6

Several hours after a MI, the client's diet should consist of:
 
 a. foods restricted in sodium.
  b. increased portion sizes.
  c. more frequent meals.
  d. decreased carbohydrates.

Q. 7

Niacin taken in large doses:
 
 a. lowers blood triglycerides and raises HDL.
  b. lowers HDL and increases LDL.
  c. lowers blood triglycerides and lowers HDL.
  d. has no effect on blood lipid levels.

Q. 8

A common side effect of diuretic medications is:
 
 a. dry mouth.
  b. nausea.
  c. increased taste perception.
  d. increased appetite.

Q. 9

All of the following have been proven to be protective against CHD except:
 
 a. antioxidant nutrient supplements.
  b. eating 2 fish meals per week.
  c. dietary fiber.
  d. moderate consumption of alcohol.