Older adults who participate in strength training programs can:

Older adults who participate in strength training programs can:
 
  a. regain muscle strength and muscle mass.
  b. reverse the effects of arthritis.
  c. reduce their use of medication.
  d. reduce their need for vitamin D.

Q. 2

The goal of nutrition screening for older adults is to:
 
  a. treat overt malnutrition.
  b. identify those at risk for malnutrition.
  c. evaluate nutritional status.
  d. determine supplement needs.

Q. 3

A disorder that may make food preparation difficult for older adults is:
 
  a. diabetes.
  b. cardiovascular disease.
  c. high blood pressure.
  d. Parkinson's disease.

Q. 4

Modifiable risk factors for heart disease and stroke include:
 
  a. iron deficiency.
  b. dehydration.
  c. obesity.
  d. underweight.

Q. 5

Health messages that encourage reducing fat intake and portion sizes and selecting low-calorie snacks may be inappropriate for:
 
  a. young adults.
  b. middle adults.
  c. older adults.
  d. all adults.

Q. 6

An older adult who is not as alert as usual may be suffering from:
 
  a. iron deficiency.
  b. high blood pressure.
  c. fluid overload.
  d. dehydration.

Q. 7

Nutrition screening for older adults includes questions to identify risk factors, such as:
 
  a. poverty.
  b. dieting.
  c. poor oral hygiene.
  d. smoking.

Q. 8

The Elderly Nutrition Program provides congregate or home-delivered meals for adults who:
 
  a. have low incomes.
  b. are age 60 and older.
  c. are at risk for malnutrition.
  d. have overt malnutrition.

Q. 9

A factor that may interfere with normal food intake of older adults is:
 
  a. inadequate fluid intake.
  b. inadequate income.
  c. participation in an exercise program.
  d. dependence on caffeinated beverages.