Persons at most risk for being in negative nitrogen balance include:
a. persons with a protein intake representing 25 of total kcalories.
b. those with multiple fractures.
c. women who are lactating.
d. children.
Q. 2The calculated amount of daily protein recommended for a healthy adult weighing 160 pounds would be:
a. 16 grams.
b. 56 grams.
c. 58 grams.
d. 80 grams.
Q. 3The recommended daily protein allowance of 0.8 gram per kilogram of healthy body weight would apply to a:
a. six-month-old infant.
b. 12-year-old male.
c. 26-year-old pregnant female.
d. 42-year-old healthy male.
Q. 4A high-protein diet can result in:
a. developing PEM.
b. kidney disease.
c. worsening of existing renal disease.
d. increased retention of calcium by the kidneys.
Q. 5Children with marasmus do not exhibit:
a. lethargy.
b. learning difficulties.
c. weakened heart muscle.
d. normal body temperature.
Q. 6The brain and nervous system rely on what nutrient for energy?
a. fatty acids
b. glucose
c. protein
d. lipids
Q. 7During starvation, glycogen and body fat are used for energy as well as:
a. wasting of muscles.
b. adipose tissue.
c. vitamins.
d. minerals.
Q. 8Carbohydrates are necessary in the daily diet in order to:
a. build tissue.
b. repair cells.
c. spare protein.
d. provide enzymes.
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