A client is trying to follow a low-carbohydrate diet. Which of the following food choices would ...

A client is trying to follow a low-carbohydrate diet. Which of the following food choices would contribute relatively no carbohydrates?
 a. mixed vegetables
  b. vitamin D milk
  c. filet mignon
  d. brown rice

Q. 2

The enzyme that breaks down protein is:
 a. amylase.
  b. pepsin.
  c. lipase.
  d. bile.

Q. 3

Bile is produced in what organ?
 a. small intestine
  b. gall bladder
  c. pancreas
  d. liver

Q. 4

Evidence that peristalsis is present includes:
 a. lack of flatus expelled.
  b. absent bowel sounds.
  c. bowel movement.
  d. belching.

Q. 5

What function is necessary in order for peristalsis to occur?
 a. muscle contraction
  b. mucus secretion
  c. physical activity
  d. mastication

Q. 6

What structure is responsible for absorption of nutrients?
 a. microvillus
  b. lipoprotein
  c. chylomicron
  d. lymphatic system

Q. 7

Most of the water is absorbed from what compartment of the GI tract?
 a. colon
  b. mouth
  c. stomach
  d. duodenum

Q. 8

Increased risk for heart disease is associated with:
 a. increased serum levels of HDL.
  b. lowered blood levels of triglycerides.
  c. elevated blood concentrations of LDL.
  d. lesser concentration of serum cholesterol.

Q. 9

The function of high-density lipoprotein is to:
 a. transport cholesterol and lipids to the liver for breakdown and elimination.
  b. increase the amount of low-density lipoproteins in the blood.
  c. provide the energy to maintain ratio of LDL to HDL.
  d. provide lipids to the tissues to maintain body oils.