Rasmussen Nur 1172 Nutrition Exam 2 With Complete Solutions

Macronutrients include {Ans: proteins and fats}Hormones can influence water balance. Identify two influential hormones that affect the balance of body water. {Ans: Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH) and Aldosterone}The nurse teaches the client the role of vitamin D. Which statement by the client about vitamin D indicates that the teaching has been effective? {Ans: "It is associated with calcium and helps build bone."}When does the aging process begin? {Ans: conception}Hyperplasia and hypertrophy are two types of {Ans: growth}One reason protein needs increase during pregnancy is to {Ans: provide extra plasma proteins.}Which of the following facilitate chemical changes in other substances without themselves being changed in the process {Ans: Enzymes}One reason that adolescents often have inadequate intakes of important nutrients is {Ans: their snacking patterns reflect personal and peer-group choices.}What is the unit of measurement used by nutritionists to describe the energy content of food? {Ans: kilocalorie}A healthy waist-to-hip ratio for men is less than {Ans: 0.9}A mineral that helps maintain optimum immune function is {Ans: Zinc}Vitamins are classified as fat-soluble or water-soluble. Select the item that lists only fat-soluble vitamins {Ans: A, D, E}One factor that may contribute to malnutrition