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Nutrition Final ExamThe leading cause of overall death in the United States is: heart disease
When assessing weight status, it is best to choose just one measure (i.e.,body fat %) so it can be
compared over time. False
Obesity results from a complex interaction of metabolic, environmental,genetic and behavioral factors.
true
The highest rates of obesity across the country are in the: southeast
Weight loss of just 5-10% of a patient's/client's body weight can improvetheir health status. true
A person with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) will eventuallydevelop AIDS. false
According to the CDC, the primary influence on longevity is environmentalfactors. false
Elderly Adults have decreased energy needs due to all of the following but: higher medication use
Lifestyle (transportation, living situation) should be included in anyassessment due to its impact on
nutrition. true
Which of the following is not a nutrition assessment tool designed to beused with the elderly? the MAST
checklist
Older adults may have increased protein needs compared to other healthyadults. true
, Older adults typically have increased fluid needs compared to other healthy adults. false
The United States ranks in the top 10 of longest life expectancies in theworld false
In the older adult population, a BMI of 17 puts one in the_____________category. grade 1 thinness
An older adult with a BMI of 22 may still be at risk for health problems. true
What percentage of adults aged 65+ had no teeth (2014 data)? 13.9
Dehydration in the elderly can cause dementia or confusion. true
The most common cause of vitamin B12 deficiency in older adults is: atrophic gastritis
For xerostomia in the elderly, which of the following is not an effectivetreatment? Vitamin B6
Terri Schiavo was brain-dead after suffering an acute debilitating incident. false
Jahi McMath suffered a life-altering injury as a result of: a tonsillectomy
A patient in hospice is typically anticipated to die within six months. true
Palliative care may be provided in conjunction with curative treatments. true
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