Which of the following individuals is MOST at risk for hyperkalemia?
A) an individual who consumes a diet rich in processed foods
B) a marathon runner
C) an individual with kidney disease
D) a newborn
Q. 2The Institute of Medicine recommends that children participate in at least how many minutes of aerobic physical activity and exercise each day?
A) 90 B) 30 C) 60 D) 45
Q. 3Hyponatremia is associated with
A) insufficient intake of dietary sodium and overhydration.
B) excessive consumption of sports beverages.
C) insufficient water intake.
D) excessive intake of dietary sodium in a person with congestive heart failure.
Q. 4Despite popular misconceptions, food advertisements that encourage overconsumption of empty-Calorie foods don't actually contribute to obesity.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 5Pediatric obesity is
A) caused by children eating too much and getting too little physical activity.
B) multifactorial.
C) due to genetics.
D) due to low parental education and income.
Q. 6Most of the sodium consumed is absorbed from the
A) stomach. B) mouth. C) large intestine. D) small intestine.
Q. 7Ronald has kidney disease, and was recently hospitalized for treatment of hypermagnesemia, which his physician attributed to his
A) high caffeine consumption. B) high meat consumption.
C) consumption of raw eggs. D) use of antacids.
Q. 8Smoking is one of the factors contributing to cardiometabolic risk.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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