Saturated fats are generally found in animal products with a few exceptions. Which of the following is a plant product that contains a large proportion of saturated fat?
- A. canola oil
- B. olive oil
- C. soybean oil
- D. coconut oil
Correct Answer: D
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Which nutrient is most important for pregnant women to prevent neural tube defects?
- A. Iron
- B. Folate
- C. Calcium
- D. Vitamin D
Correct Answer: B
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Which organ absorbs water and vitamin K and may be affected by ulcerative colitis?
- A. Stomach
- B. Pancreas
- C. Large intestine
- D. Small intestine
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The large intestine is the organ that is primarily responsible for the absorption of water and vitamin K in the human body. A disease like ulcerative colitis can disrupt these functions by causing inflammation and ulcers in the lining of the large intestine, leading to digestive issues. The stomach (Choice A) primarily functions to break down and digest food, not to absorb water and vitamins. The pancreas (Choice B) secretes enzymes to aid in digestion and hormones to regulate blood sugar, but does not absorb water and vitamins. The small intestine (Choice D) is primarily responsible for absorbing nutrients from digested food, but not specifically water and vitamin K. Therefore, these other choices are incorrect.
For a patient with GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), which dietary advice is most appropriate?
- A. Increase spicy foods
- B. Avoid fatty foods
- C. Increase citrus fruits
- D. Reduce water intake
Correct Answer: B
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Each statement is true regarding oral exposure to fermentable carbohydrates, except one. Which is the exception?
- A. Longer exposure leads to an increased risk of demineralization
- B. Longer exposure increases the opportunity for remineralization
- C. The Stephan curve illustrates pH changes within plaque after rinsing with a sugar solution
- D. The critical pH at which enamel decalcification occurs is 5.5 or less
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: All the statements above are accurate about oral exposure to fermentable carbohydrates, except for option B. In fact, longer exposure to these carbohydrates decreases the opportunity for remineralization. This is because the process of demineralization, in which minerals are lost from the tooth enamel, is sped up by the presence of fermentable carbohydrates. The Stephan curve (option C) is a graph that demonstrates how the pH of dental plaque changes after a sugar rinse, usually dropping (becoming more acidic), which can lead to enamel decalcification. Option D is also accurate, as a pH of 5.5 or lower is the critical point at which enamel starts to decalcify.
Which factor has been shown to increase the risk of development of atherosclerosis?
- A. Menopause
- B. Age older than 35
- C. Increased levels of arachidonic acid
- D. Elevated HDL cholesterol
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Menopause. Menopause is associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis due to hormonal changes that affect lipid profiles and vascular health. Conversely, B: Age older than 35 is not necessarily a risk factor for atherosclerosis on its own, though atherosclerosis risk does generally increase with age. C: Increased levels of arachidonic acid is not specifically linked to atherosclerosis; it's a fatty acid that can be both beneficial and harmful to health depending on its metabolic pathway. D: Elevated HDL cholesterol is actually beneficial rather than harmful because HDL cholesterol is known as 'good' cholesterol that helps to reduce the risk of heart disease and atherosclerosis.