What is the greatest single source of sodium in the diet?
a. Processed foods
b. Unprocessed foods
c. Natural salt content of foods
d. Salt added during cooking and at the table
Q. 2Which condition and its medication/treatment could cause Emma to have mouth sores?
a. Cancer b. Osteoporosis
c. Depression d. Hypertension
Q. 3Which of the following is the most desirable quality that fat adds to foods?
a. Color b. Sweetness
c. Palatability d. Hydrogenation
Q. 4Sam has recently been diagnosed with high blood pressure. His doctor recommended adopting the DASH diet plan. Along with including more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, he was also advised to reduce daily sodium intake to no more than 2000 mg. How much salt (g) would be allowed under Sam's restriction?
a. 5 b. 6.5
c. 8 d. 9.5
Q. 5This situation may have been prevented by identifying the patient:
a. as part of a high-risk group. b. as one who takes multiple medications.
c. as one who needs education. d. all of the above
Q. 6Which of the following does NOT describe a function of fat?
a. Adds flavor to food
b. Serves as a carrier of fat-soluble vitamins
c. Is an essential constituent of body tissues
d. Supplies up to 25 of the body's energy needs during rest
Q. 7What percentage of people with normal blood pressure are salt sensitive?
a. 10 b. 25
c. 50 d. 100
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