Mnt Study Questions Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

Macrocytic anemia tends to develop from a ___ deficiency whereas microcytic anemia tends to develop from a ___ deficiency. {Ans: folate, iron}Which of the following is one of the leading causes of kidney disease? a. diabetes b. hypotension c. kidney trauma d. heart disease {Ans: diabetes}The onset of renal failure is not usually apparent until what percentage of renal function is lost? a. 20-30% b. 40% c. 50-70% d. 80% {Ans: 50-70%}What vegetables are low in potassium? a. cucumbers, celery, onions b. squash, broccoli, brussels sprouts c. carrots, spinach, beets d. potatoes, pumpkin, legumes {Ans: cucumbers, celery, onions}_____g/kg/day of protein is recommended for patients with stage 4 CKD. a. 0.4-0.6 b. 0.6-0.8 c. 0.8-1 d. >/=1.2 {Ans: 0.6-0.8}The thyroid hormones are two iodine containing hormones: thyroxine and triiodothyrone. a. true b. false {Ans: true}