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NURS 3803 Quiz #2 Complete QuestionsAnd Answers | Verified
Function of Nutrients CORRECT ANSWERS Source of energy
Tissue growth and maintenance
Regulation of basic processes of the body
Nutrigenetics CORRECT ANSWERS the science that studies and characterizes gene
variants associated with differential response to specific nutrients
Macronutrients CORRECT ANSWERS chemical elements that humans consume that
provide the bulk of energy requirements
carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
Micronutrients CORRECT ANSWERS nutrients for humans required in small quantities
throughout life
(trace minerals, vitamins)
food desert CORRECT ANSWERS area in which it is difficult to buy affordable or good-
quality fresh food
Nutrigenomics CORRECT ANSWERS the study of the effects of food and food
constituents on gene expression
Malnutrition CORRECT ANSWERS poor nutrition
(Too Skinny OR TOO FAT)
Food Insecurity CORRECT ANSWERS limited or uncertain of availability of safe,
nutritionally adequate food
NUTRIENT DENSITY (It was in all caps) CORRECT ANSWERS the ratio of beneficial
ingredients to the food's energy content for the amount that is commonly consumed
2 types
1.) nutrient-dense foods
2.) energy-dense food
nutrient-dense foods CORRECT ANSWERS foods that are high in nutrients as
compared with their calorie content
Ex. fruits, vegetables
, energy dense food CORRECT ANSWERS empty calorie food (high-calorie low
nutrients)
Ex. donuts, potato chips
role/functions of Proteins in body CORRECT ANSWERS Build and repair body tissue
Provide energy
Ex. muscle growth
role/functions of Carbohydrates in body CORRECT ANSWERS to provide energy (main
function)
store energy
build macromolecules
spare protein and fat for other uses
role/functions of Fats in body CORRECT ANSWERS Provide energy
Store energy (main function)
role/functions of water in body CORRECT ANSWERS universal solvent (dissolves
substances)
OSMOSIS (maintains F&E Balance)
transporter (moves substances through blood)
Temp regulator
Lubricant/shock absorber
Dietary Guidelines CORRECT ANSWERS Maintain calorie balance over time achieve
and sustain healthy weight
Focus on consuming nutrient dense foods and beverages
Dietary Do's and Don't CORRECT ANSWERS DO.) eat nutrient-dense foods
DONT.) eat energy dense foods
Dietary Reference Intake CORRECT ANSWERS Guidelines that show the amounts of
nutrients that are needed every day
4 types
1.)Estimated Average Requirements (EAR)
2.)Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA)
3.)Adequate Intakes (AI)
4.)Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL)
Nurse's role in Nutritional Assessment CORRECT ANSWERS 1.) Assess nutritional
status including intake of food, tolerance, response.
2.) Identify nutritional risk and make referrals (dietary) as appropriate.
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