NURS135: Nutrition in Nursing - Quiz 3 Nutrition in
Nursing Chapters 7, 8, 11, 17 Questions With Complete
Solutions
Can a state of negative energy balance be achieved only by
eating fewer calories? Correct Answer No, you need exercise
too
Describe food in America. Correct Answer Melting pot of
cultural/ethic diets
Ease and quickness
Convenience foods: pre-prepared, frozen,
meal kit delivery
Restaurant
More calories (portion distortion)
Less fruits and vegetables, whole grains, dairy, fiber, calcium,
iron
More sodium, fat, sugar, alcohol
-> Not just a special treat anymore - eating out is regular for
many families
Does BMI fluctuate day to day? Correct Answer No
For what conditions and environments does our water need
increase? Correct Answer Diarrhea
Vomiting
Fever
Burns
Uncontrolled diabetes
,Hemorrhage - bleeding
Some kidney (renal) disorders
Hot environment
How do minerals help maintain homeostasis in the body?
Correct Answer Release minerals from storage and redistribute
them.
Alters the rate of absorption of minerals.
Alters the rate of excretion of minerals.
How do we choose healthy beverages and reduce sodium
intake? Correct Answer Rarely: Sodas, energy/sports drinks,
fruit drinks, alcohol
Occasionally: Diet soda, low-calorie or low-sugar drinks, 100%
juice
Drink a lot: Water, seltzer water, skim or 1% milk
Reduce bread and rolls, cold cuts and cured meats, pizza,
poultry, soup, sandwiches
How do we get energy balance from appropriate calories?
Correct Answer Nutrient density (substitute these in place of
foods associated with weight gain and other less healthy foods)
-Helps ensure nutrient needs are being met without excessive
caloric intake
, -GOOD FOODS: Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes,
nuts, low-fat and fat-free dairy, eggs, lean proteins
-Lower in fat, sugar, refined starches, and salt/sodium
How do you calculate how many mg of sodium are in a can?
Correct Answer Servings per container x mg sodium per
serving
3.5 x 380 = 1330
How does obesity impact mortality and morbidity?
What are indirect causes of negative health effects? Correct
Answer Increases both once BMI reaches 30 or higher
Sedentary lifestyle, poor eating habits
How is physical activity an intervention for weight loss?
Correct Answer •Combining physical activity with lower
calorie intake works better than either one alone
•Maintenance or increase of lean body mass important
-> Muscle burns more calories than fat when resting
•Physical activity has other health benefits
-> Decrease depression, improve sleep, decrease cardiovascular
disease, decrease risk for type II diabetes
•Necessary for maintenance of weight loss
How many calories per gram are in the macronutrients? Correct
Answer Carbohydrates: 4
Protein: 4
