$$ \text{RMR} = \text{Energy required for basic body functions at rest} $$

Question 1

Which of the following best describes a functional food?

Accepted Answer

A food that meets basic nutritional needs and provides additional health benefits.

Question 2

A patient with celiac disease is advised to follow a gluten-free diet. Which of the following foods should they avoid?

Accepted Answer

Whole grain bread made from wheat

Question 3

Which dietary trend emphasizes eating locally grown foods, plant-based meals, and substituting olive oil for butter?

Accepted Answer

Mediterranean diet

Question 4

Which of the following is a key recommendation for lowering sodium intake according to the DASH diet?

Accepted Answer

Rinsing canned beans before consumption

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of regular physical activity?

Accepted Answer

Increased risk of chronic disease

Question 6

A person wants to improve their cardiorespiratory endurance. Which activity would be most effective?

Accepted Answer

Running or cycling

Question 7

Which equation best represents the calculation of resting metabolic rate (RMR)?

Accepted Answer

$$ 	ext{RMR} = 	ext{Energy required for basic body functions at rest} $$

Question 8

Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor for chronic disease?

Accepted Answer

Dietary choices

Question 9

A patient is diagnosed with hypertension. Which lifestyle change is most likely to help manage their condition?

Accepted Answer

Becoming physically active

Question 10

Which of the following best describes the process of plaque formation in arteries?

Accepted Answer

Plaque forms when fatty deposits build up, narrowing and eventually blocking the artery.

Question 11

Which microorganism is commonly associated with foodborne illness from undercooked poultry?

Accepted Answer

Salmonella

Question 12

Which environmental condition is LEAST likely to promote bacterial growth in food?

Accepted Answer

Temperature below 40°F

Question 13

A strawberry with visible mold is most likely contaminated by which type of organism?

Accepted Answer

Mold

Question 14

According to the FDA Food Code, what is the minimum internal cooking temperature for poultry?

Accepted Answer

$$ 165^\circ 	ext{F} $$

Question 15

Which government agency is primarily responsible for regulating meat and poultry safety in the United States?

Accepted Answer

USDA

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a recommended consumer practice to prevent foodborne illness?

Accepted Answer

Thaw food on the kitchen counter

Question 17

A registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) is most likely to:

Accepted Answer

Provide nutritional care and recommend dietary modifications

Question 18

Which of the following statements about dietary supplements is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Food naturally contains nutrients in their proper package, so food should be the primary source.

Question 19

A person following a vegan diet is at increased risk for which nutritional deficiency if not properly planned?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin B12

Question 20

Which of the following is a multi-step approach to reducing risk of cardiovascular disease?

Accepted Answer

Lower sodium intake, increase dietary fiber, and limit saturated fat in diet.

Nutrition and Wellness: Diet, Fitness, Disease Prevention, and Food Safety

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