In the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2009-2012, more than _____ of all adults aged 65 years and older reported having diabetes.
a. 1 in 4
b. 1 in 5
c. 1 in 6
d. 2 in 5
e. 2 in 7
Q. 2Andrew Jamison is a 47-year-old construction worker with a long history of alcohol abuse. Recently he has been experiencing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. A visit to his physician and laboratory testing confirmed a diagnosis of cirrhosis. He is 5'10 tall and currently weighs 145 pounds.
Of the following laboratory tests performed on Mr. Jamison, which one would you expect to see elevated?
a. albumin
b. transferrin
c. ammonia
d. HDL
Q. 3In older adults, BMI is an adequate indicator of excess body fat associated with morbidity and mortality.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 4Andrew Jamison is a 47-year-old construction worker with a long history of alcohol abuse. Recently he has been experiencing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. A visit to his physician and laboratory testing confirmed a diagnosis of cirrhosis. He is 5'10 tall and currently weighs 145 pounds.
All of the following are important factors in medical nutrition therapy following liver transplant except:
a. meeting increased energy needs.
b. protein restriction.
c. food safety education.
d. vitamin and mineral supplements.
Q. 5Death rates from high blood pressure are higher for whites than for blacks.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 6Performing a nutrition assessment on a patient who is a candidate for liver transplant is complicated by all of the following except:
a. liver dysfunction and malnutrition have similar metabolic effects.
b. fluid retention can mask weight loss.
c. fluid retention can alter lab values.
d. supplements may mask underlying nutrient deficiencies.
Q. 7Studies have linked the use of aluminum cans to the development of Alzheimer's disease.
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 8An important consideration in tube feeding a patient with esophageal varices is:
a. the location of the feeding tube.
b. the size of the feeding tube.
c. the possibility of aspiration.
d. the rate of the tube feeding.
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