Question 1

Use the label below to answer questions 69-73.
 
-What is the effect of adding a pre-made mix to alcohol?

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A)   dilutes the alcohol and prevents intoxication
B)   reduces the appetite and helps with weight loss
C)   is not adequate to prevent dehydration effects in the cells
D)   will prevent hangover after consumption of several drinks

Question 2

The main function of the kidneys is to:

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A)   retrieve vital nutrients from urine and send them back to the liver for processing.
B)   remove carbon dioxide from the blood and excrete it in urine.
C)   remove everyday wastes and water from the body.
D)   store extra glycogen for use in emergencies by the body.

Question 3

Use the label below to answer questions 69-73.
 
-A margarita made from 4 fl oz. of the mix plus 1.5 fl oz. of tequila will create a drink that provides how many calories?

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A)   117
B)   120.5
C)   123.5
D)   215

Question 4

Which of the following determines the nature of the cell's work?

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A)   organs
B)   mutations
C)   red blood cells
D)   genes

Question 5

What advice would you give to someone interested in improving her appetite with alcohol?

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Question 6

Digestion of macronutrients begins in the mouth with enzyme action on:

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A)   starches by carbohydrases.
B)   proteins by proteases.
C)   fats by lipases.
D)   a and b
E)   a and c

Question 7

The body's circulating fluids include:

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A)   intracellular fluid.
B)   blood.
C)   lymph.
D)   a and b
E)   b and c

Question 8

The digestive juices in the digestive tract include:

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A)   gastric juice in the stomach, which has the role of digesting fats.
B)   pancreatic juice, which neutralizes stomach acids reaching the small intestine.
C)   saliva, which begins the digestion of protein.
D)   bile released by the gallbladder to break down carbohydrates in the stomach.

Question 9

When the colon is not functioning properly, complications that may arise include:

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A)   constipation, which can best be relieved with laxatives used on a regular basis.
B)   diarrhea, which can be corrected by colonic irrigation.
C)   indigested foods from improper combinations that cannot be digested completely.
D)   irritable bowel syndrome, which can be managed with diet adjustments and stress reduction techniques.

Question 10

Cells can best be described as:

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A)   the basis of the body's design.
B)   the vital components of foods.
C)   self-contained living entities.
D)   building blocks of the body.

Question 11

Which of the following is characteristic of liver glycogen?

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A)   It is stored for the body's ongoing glucose needs.
B)   It can be released into the blood as glucose.
C)   It represents a three-day supply of glucose.
D)   a and b
E)   b and c

Question 12

Among the cells' most basic needs are _____ and the oxygen with which to burn it.

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A)   water
B)   essential nutrients
C)   building blocks
D)   energy

Question 13

Which of the following advice would you give to a friend suffering from constipation?

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A)   Consume foods with adequate fiber.
B)   Drink enough water.
C)   Take a laxative.
D)   a and b
E)   b and c

Question 14

Some vitamins are stored in the body without limit, even if they reach toxic levels.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following strategies should be used by someone experiencing heartburn?

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A)   Drink liquids an hour before or after meals.
B)   Eat smaller meals.
C)   Lie down after meals.
D)   a and b
E)   b and c

Question 16

Chronic, low-grade inflammation in chronic disease is of interest because:

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A)   it is an indication that the disease process is improving.
B)   it foretells of the risk of death from the disease.
C)   an important predictor is being underweight.
D)   no dietary factors can have an effect on its progression.

Question 17

Explain why sources of carbohydrate should be consumed at intervals throughout the day.

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Sources of carbohydrates should be consu...

Question 18

Which of the following does not occur as part of the stress response?

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A)   The muscles tense up.
B)   The liver pours forth glucose from its stores.
C)   The digestive system speeds up.
D)   The fat cells release fat.

Question 19

The pancreas releases glucagon to remove glucose from blood and store it in muscles.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The inflammation that tissues undergo when they become injured or irritated:

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A)   is an abnormal, unhealthy response to cell injury.
B)   results in decreased white cells.
C)   may involve loss of function of the affected body part.
D)   is difficult to detect because it has no obvious symptoms.

Exam 3: The Remarkable Body

When the colon is not functioning properly, complications that may arise include:

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The main function of the kidneys is to:

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Which of the following is characteristic of liver glycogen?

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Explain why sources of carbohydrate should be consumed at intervals throughout the day.

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Which of the following determines the nature of the cell's work?

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The pancreas releases glucagon to remove glucose from blood and store it in muscles.

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Which of the following advice would you give to a friend suffering from constipation?

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Which of the following does not occur as part of the stress response?

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Which of the following strategies should be used by someone experiencing heartburn?

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Among the cells' most basic needs are _____ and the oxygen with which to burn it.

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Digestion of macronutrients begins in the mouth with enzyme action on:

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The digestive juices in the digestive tract include:

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The body's circulating fluids include:

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Some vitamins are stored in the body without limit, even if they reach toxic levels.

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Cells can best be described as:

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The inflammation that tissues undergo when they become injured or irritated:

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What advice would you give to someone interested in improving her appetite with alcohol?

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Use the label below to answer questions 69-73. -What is the effect of adding a pre-made mix to alcohol?

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Use the label below to answer questions 69-73. -A margarita made from 4 fl oz. of the mix plus 1.5 fl oz. of tequila will create a drink that provides how many calories?

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Chronic, low-grade inflammation in chronic disease is of interest because:

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