NURS3053EF Sample Exercise for Test 1

Part A: Multiple-choice Questions

1. Which of the following about iodine is TRUE?
A. It makes up the hemoglobin.
B. It is the major building block of teeth.
C. It requires Vitamin E to assist its absorption.
D. It contributes to the production of thyroxine hormone.

2. 72kcal of energy derived from fat is equivalent to ______________ of fat.

A. 6g
B. 8g
C. 12g
D. 27g

3. Which of the following is associated with excessive protein intakes?

A. Anemia
B. Constipation
C. Diabetes
D. Diarrhea

4. Two nutrients that are usually lacking in adolescents’ diets are ___________.
A. iron and calcium
B. fat and thiamin
C. sodium and protein
D. vitamin K and riboflavin

5. Which of the following is a function of Vitamin D?

A. It acts as a coenzyme in energy metabolism.
B. It produces blood-clotting factors.
C. It assists in bone growth and health.
D. It acts as an antioxidant to protect against lipid oxidation.
Part B: Fill in the blanks
1. Lactose consists of a _______________________ molecule and a
_______________________ molecule join together.

2. Suggest TWO good food sources to provide zinc.

_______________________ , _______________________

3. A 65kg healthy male requires _______________ g to _______________ g of protein

daily.

4. Sodium in the body helps to maintain _______________ balance and

_______________ blood pressure.

5. Three teaspoons of oil will nearly provide _______________________ kcal energy.

6. _________________ and _________________ are two examples of major minerals.

7. Read the following nutrition label and fill in the blanks (with units).
Servings per package: 8
Serving size: 5 pieces (50g)
Per serving Per 100g
Energy _______ _______
Protein 4g _______
Fat, total _______ 6g
- Saturated fat _______ 5g
- Trans fat 0g 0g
Carbohydrate 20g _______
- Sugars 3g _______
Sodium _______ 360mg
Part C: Short questions (Answer in point-form)
1. Describe THREE functions of protein, and suggest a way to classify amino acids.

2. Name TWO kinds of food which are rich in: i) Potassium, ii) Iodine, iii) Vitamin A and
iv) Vitamin E.