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SCI 220 Week 5 WileyPLUS Weekly Exam
In this graded assignment, you are assessed on the content covered in this weeks’ readings, activities, and assignments. To help you prepare, it is recommended that you first complete this week’s Learning Path and Self-Test Learning Activities prior to completing this exam.
Click on the Assignments link in WileyPLUS to access the Week 5 Exam.
Complete the Week 5 Exam covering this week’s assigned readings listed below:
- Ch. 11: Nutrition During Pregnancy and Infancy
- Ch. 12: Nutrition from 1 to 100
- Ch. 13: How Safe is our food supply?
Note. Work submitted in WileyPLUS does not count toward attendance. Be sure to post at least two times each week in the online classrom to avoid being auto-dropped from the course.
Test Bank, Question 59
| Your answer is correct. | |
This graph charts the growth rate of the infant. Which of the following is the correct interpretation of the information provided in this graph?
| The infant’s birth weight is much higher than the general population. |
| The infant had weight gain that was much greater than expected from 15 to 18 months of age. |
| The infant’s birth weight is lower than the general population and has remained at this percentile into childhood. |
| This infant experienced catch-up growth between 3 and 6 months of age. |
Test Bank, Question 70
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Newborn infants are given a shot of ____ at birth to prevent uncontrolled bleeding.
| calcium |
| iron |
| vitamin D |
| vitamin K |
Test Bank, Question 78
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At what point are infants ready for solid or semi-solid foods?
| 2 months of age |
| 4-6 months of age |
| Infants can eat solid food immediately after being born |
| 1 year of age |
Test Bank, Question 60
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As a general rule of thumb, an infant should ______ her birthweight by her first birthday.
| double |
| triple |
| quadruple |
| Weight gain in infancy is not compared to birthweight |
Test Bank, Question 45
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Which of the following foods is most commonly associated with mercury contamination?
| Citrus fruits |
| Fish |
| Nuts |
| Tofu |
Test Bank, Question 49
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Which of the following is NOT characteristic of cocaine’s effects during pregnancy?
| It is a central nervous system stimulant. |
| Use by the mother during pregnancy increases her risk for a miscarriage. |
| It is a large molecule; therefore, it does not cross the placenta and enter fetal blood. |
| Many of its effects during pregnancy occur because it constricts blood vessels, thereby reducing oxygen and nutrient delivery to the fetus. |
Test Bank, Question 19
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Which of the following women has a greater risk of hypertensive disorder during pregnancy?
| Susie, a 30 year old Caucasian mother of 2 |
| Jenni, a 40 year old African American living in poverty |
| Staci, a 35 year old Hispanic mother of 1 |
| Mildred, a Caucasian 20 year old college student |
Test Bank, Question 37
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Because the majority of cell differentiation occurs during the ____ phase, this is the time when exposure to teratogens can do the most damage.
| embryonic |
| fetal |
| implantation |
| zygote |
Test Bank, Question 31
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Which of the following statements is FALSE?
| Many women start pregnancy with diminished iron stores. |
| The RDA for iron during pregnancy is about 150% of that for nonpregnant women. |
| The majority of the iron transferred from the mom to the fetus occurs in the last trimester. |
| Meeting increased iron needs is achieved most easily through the increased consumption of whole-grain products and spinach. |
Test Bank, Question 61
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Which of the following is the only dietary intervention that has been shown to slow aging and extend life?
| Consuming >10% of calories from olive oil |
| Exercising daily for 60 minutes |
| Cutting back on calorie intake |
| Eating 5-9 fruits and vegetables daily |
Test Bank, Question 58
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Type of alcoholic liver disease that is not reversible is
| alcoholic hepatitis. |
| cirrhosis. |
| fatty liver. |
| None of these are reversible. |
Test Bank, Question 24
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These results most likely came from ____ studies.
| animal |
| biochemical |
| clinical trial |
| epidemiological |
Test Bank, Question 45
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The development of kidney failure becomes more prevalent with age; therefore, the amount of _______ in the diet must be reduced.
| alcohol |
| carbohydrate |
| fat |
| protein |
Test Bank, Question 16
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Which of the following statements about chronic disease risk is FALSE?
| The longer someone has diabetes, the greater their risk of complications that can lead to the need for an amputation. |
| Elevated blood cholesterol levels during childhood are associated with higher mortality rate from heart disease as an adult. |
| Children with a blood pressure that is at the high end of normal are more likely to develop hypertension as an adult. |
| Children who drink high amounts of fruit juice are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes as an adult. |
Test Bank, Question 41
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Older adults should consume a diet that is _______ in protein relative to calories as compared to that of younger adults.
| higher |
| lower |
| similar |
Test Bank, Question 31
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Based on the distribution of beverage intake by weight in U.S. children and teens, which micronutrient intakes have been most impacted by these beverage choices?
| Calcium and phosphorus |
| Calcium and niacin |
| Potassium and sodium |
| Zinc and iodine |
Test Bank, Question 60
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The primary mechanism by which moderate consumption of alcohol lowers cardiovascular disease risk is that it
| decreases triglyceride level in the blood. |
| decreases blood pressure. |
| increases cholesterol clearance from the digestive tract. |
| increases HDL. |
Test Bank, Question 31
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Which of the following is an anaerobic bacteria, and thus is called the “cafeteria germ”?
| Campylobacter jejuni |
| Clostridium botulinum |
| Clostridium perfringens |
| Salmonella |
Test Bank, Question 53
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The _____ method of pest control combines chemical and non-chemical methods and emphasizes the use of natural toxins.
| Environmental safety health hazard plan |
| Insect tolerance application process |
| Integrated pest management |
| Pesticide residue tolerance control |
Test Bank, Question 51
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This graph shows pesticide contents found among samples of domestically-produced food versus imported food. Review the graph, and then select that statement that is FALSE.
| The majority of domestic and imported foods contain no pesticide residues. |
| Pesticide residues exceeding tolerance limits are a greater issue for domestic rather than imported foods. |
| More domestic than imported foods contain pesticide residues. |
| All of these statements are false statements. |
Test Bank, Question 8
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The _____ ensures the safety and quality of foods sold across state lines with the exception of red meat, poultry, and egg products.
| Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
| Environmental Protection Agency |
| Food and Drug Administration |
| United States Department of Agriculture |
Test Bank, Question 18
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The _______ step in the HACCP program enables the manufacturer to trace the source of the problem in the event of a food-borne illness outbreak.
| Identify the critical control points |
| Establish critical limits |
| Establish monitoring procedure |
| Record keeping |
Test Bank, Question 80
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Which of the following federal agencies does NOT work to ensure the safety of the GM plants and foods?
| CDC |
| EPA |
| FDA |
| USDA |
Test Bank, Question 73
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Genetic engineering has sped up the process of improving the traits of organisms. Which of the following describes the process of engineering a genetically modified plant?
| Desired gene is identified and “cut out” of plant → DNA is integrated into chromosomes → modified plant cells are placed into cell culture |
| Modified plant cells are placed into cell culture → desired gene is identified and “cut out” of plant → DNA is integrated into chromosomes |
| DNA is integrated into chromosomes → modified plant cells are placed into cell culture → desired gene is identified and “cut out” of plant |
| Desired gene is identified and “cut out” of plant → modified plant cells are placed into cell culture → DNA is integrated into chromosomes |
Test Bank, Question 39
| Your answer is correct. | |
Trichinella spriralis and Cryptosporidium parvum are
| bacteria. |
| fungi. |
| mold. |
| parasites. |