All of the following are true regarding noroviruses EXCEPT:
a. undercooked seafood is a food commonly affected.
b. onset is in 30 days.
c. the usual source of contamination is human feces in oyster beds.
d. symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Q. 2The total amount of sugar per serving in processed foods must be listed on the nutrition label.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 3All of the following are true regarding Salmonella EXCEPT:
a. onset is in 1-3 days.
b. symptoms are diarrhea, abdominal pain, and chills.
c. undercooked seafood is a food commonly affected.
d. it is spread through human feces on food.
Q. 4There is no clear scientific evidence that saccharin causes cancer in humans.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 5All of the following are true regarding pesticides EXCEPT:
a. health problems appear in most population groups.
b. chemical residues still remain in the environment.
c. use of PCBs was phased out due to links with cancer.
d. use of DDT on insects was phased out 20 years ago.
Q. 6Dietary fibers can be found in the bran component of grains and plant cell walls.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Q. 7All of the following are true regarding cross-contamination of foods EXCEPT:
a. microorganisms can contaminate safe food during shipping.
b. washing hands for 5 seconds in cold water can prevent cross-contamination.
c. microorganisms can contaminate safe food during processing.
d. failure to wash cutting boards between the preparation of different raw foods is a major route.
Q. 8Brittany and Richard have noticed that their friend Mandy has lost a significant amount of weight from the fall to the spring semester. People are starting to comment on how thin she looks. Brittany has noticed that Mandy is only eating an orange for breakfast, a small bowl of salad with no salad dressing and a small piece of grilled chicken for lunch, and a cup of plain yogurt for dinner. Richard has been going to the gym with Mandy most days of the week. He enjoys lifting free weights, and Mandy usually runs on the treadmill for 45 minutes and then does 15 minutes of core exercises. In addition Mandy has shared with Brittany that she has not had her menstrual period for 4 months. Mandy has also expressed that she is frustrated because people are making comments about how thin she looks and consequently has not gone to as many parties or social gatherings because she feels so uncomfortable. In addition to her dramatic weight loss, what other red flags for an eating disorder does Mandy exhibit?
A) The beginning states of social isolation
B) Strict and restrained eating patterns
C) Loss of menstrual cycle
D) Excessive exercise
E) All of the above
Q. 9An illness related to consumption of food or beverages containing disease-causing bacteria, viruses, toxins, or other contaminants is called:
a. spoiled food disease.
b. foodborne illness.
c. indigestion.
d. stomach flu.
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