Wok sheet for pharmacy student nutrition At power college 2017 E.

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Part-I: say true or false
1. Eating too much saturated fat is good for health of human being.
2. Animal source protein contains all the essential amino acids in the proportion that is
required to support growth and maintain tissues.
3. Give iron early in treatment of acute malnutrition
4. Children with SAM and have no medical complications, and who pass the appetite
test are classified as uncomplicated SAM and they are treated in OTP with RUTF and
routine medicines.
5. A BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered overweight.
6. Protein intake should make up 10-35% of total daily calories for adults.
7. Pregnant women typically have decreased energy requirements.
9. Pregnant women generally require higher amounts of protein for fetal growth.
10. During lactation, a woman’s nutritional needs, especially energy intake, increase to
support milk production.
11. Low birth weight babies typically weigh less than 2.5 pounds and are at higher risk of
developmental delays.
12. The prenatal stage of development begins when the baby is born.
13. Excessive weight gain during pregnancy can increase the risk of delivery
complications, such as shoulder dystocia.
14. Children living in poverty are more likely to face food insecurity and malnutrition.
15. Lack of parental knowledge about proper nutrition has no impact on a child's diet.
16. Early cessation of breastfeeding can increase the risk of malnutrition in infants.
17. Proper nutrition has no effect on the immune system.
18. Malnutrition during childhood can impair cognitive development and lower IQ.

Part-II choose the correct answer

8. Nutrients required and consumed in large amount on daily bases are.
A. Macro nutrients C. Food
B. Micronutrients D. Nutrition
9. Which of the following is water soluble vitamin?
A. Vitamin A C. Vitamin B
B. Vitamin C D. Vitamin E
10. Which of the following vitamin is needed for blood clotting?
A. Vitamin A C. Vitamin D
B. Vitamin K D. Vitamin E
11. The most common cause of preventable blindness.
 A. Iron deficiency C. Vitamin A deficiency
B. Iodine deficiency D. Vitamin D deficiency
12. The amino acids which are not synthesized in our body are called:
A. Nonessential
B. Deaminated
C. Proteinaceous
D. Essential
13. The amount of nutrient intake that is sufficient to meet the nutritional requirement of
nearly all healthy individuals in a group is
A. Estimated Average Requirement (EAR)
B. Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)
C. Adequate Intake (AI)
D. Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)
14. Which of the following factor(s) are important during estimating nutritional
requirements of individuals or groups?
A. Age C. Sex
B. Physiological states D. All
15. Which one of the following is an example of basic causes of malnutrition?
A. Disease C. Family food shortages
B. Political factors D. Poor diet
16. Severe form of acute malnutrition that is characterized by wasting of body tissues
A. Protein-energy-
malnutrition
B. Marasmic-Kwashiorkor
C. Marasmus
D. Kwashiorkor
17. Which one of the following not is Key message for optimal breast feeding practice?
A. Initiate breast feeding within one hour of birth
B. Breast feed the child frequently day and night
C. Exclusive breast feeding for the first 6 months of age
D. Discontinue breast feeding when the child is sick
18. Severe acute malnutrition in young children is defined as:
A. Weight-for-age Z score <-3
B. Height-for-age Z score <-3 and oedema
C. Height-for-age Z score <-3 or weight-for-height Z score <-3 or oedema
D. Height-for-age Z score <-3 or weight-for-age Z score <-3 or oedema
19. Deficiencies of which of the following nutrients can lead to anaemia?
A. Iodine and vitamin C C. Zinc and protein
B. Copper and iron D. Vitamin D and zinc
20. ……..is assessing nutritional status based on sign and symptom of specific nutrient
deficiency.
A. Clinical assessment C. Biochemical assessment
B. Anthropometric D. Dietary assessment
measurement
21. Stunting is defined as:
A. low height for age
B. low weight for age
C. Low weight for height
D. high weight for age
22. The measurement of the various physical dimensions and the gross compositions of the
individual body :
A. Clinical assessment
B. Anthropometric measurement
C. Biochemical assessment
D. Dietary assessment
23. Which of the following is a clinical sign of Vitamin C deficiency?
a) Night blindness
b) Sore gums and bleeding
c) Brittle nails
d) Dry, flaky skin
24. What does the Body Mass Index (BMI) category "Obesity" refer to?
a) BMI < 18.5
b) BMI 18.5-24.9
c) BMI 25-29.9
d) BMI ≥ 30
25. Which of the following is the main function of Vitamin D?
a) Immune function
b) Calcium absorption and bone health
c) Vision
d) Red blood cell production
26. Which of the following micronutrients is essential for oxygen transport in red blood
cells?
a) Iron
b) Calcium
c) Magnesium
d) Zinc
27. Which of the following factors has the most significant influence on an individual's
nutritional requirements?
A) Age
B) Sex
C) Physical activity level
D) All of the above
28. Which nutrient is particularly important for women during pregnancy to prevent neural
tube defects?
A) Iron
B) Folate
C) Vitamin D
D) Calcium
29. Which of the following nutrients is required in higher amounts by older adults to prevent
bone loss?
A) Iron
B) Vitamin D
C) Vitamin C
D) Vitamin A
30. During pregnancy, an additional ____ kcal/day is typically required to meet the
nutritional demands of the mother and fetus.
A) 200
B) 300
C) 400
D) 500
31. What is considered a normal birth weight for a full-term baby? a) Less than 3 pounds
b) 5.5 to 8.8 pounds
c) 9 to 12 pounds
d) More than 12 pounds
32. Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing growth and development?
a) Genetics
b) Nutrition
c) Environmental conditions
d) Time of birth
33. Which stage of human development is marked by significant physical changes such as
sexual maturity and the development of secondary sexual characteristics?
a) Infancy
b) Adolescence
c) Adulthood
d) Late Adulthood
34. Which of the following is true about excessive weight gain during pregnancy?
a) It increases the risk of gestational diabetes and hypertension.
b) It decreases the risk of postpartum weight retention.
c) It is only a concern for underweight women.
d) It leads to smaller babies at birth.
35. Which of the following is a key reason why children may be at risk for poor nutrition?
a) Limited access to technology
b) Poverty and socioeconomic factors
c) Access to excessive nutritious food
d) High physical activity
36. What is a major consequence of poor infant and young child feeding practices?
a. early physical fitness
b) Malnutrition
c) Increased immunity
d) Improved cognitive abilities
37. Which of the following can contribute to food insecurity in children?
a) Limited access to nutritious foods
b) Family vacations
c) Regular exercise
d) High food quality
38. What cultural factor might influence children's nutrition negatively?
a) Eating a balanced diet
b) Lack of parental knowledge about proper feeding practices
c) Increased vegetable intake
d) Consuming adequate dairy products
 39. What role do omega-3 fatty acids play in health?
a. Enhance immune function
b. Help regulate energy production
c. Support brain development
d. Aid digestion
40. Which of the following is NOT a consequence of poor nutrition?
a) Increased risk of cardiovascular diseases
b) Improved cognitive function
c) Weakened immune system
d) Increased risk of obesity
41. Excessive intake of saturated fats can increase the risk of which condition?
a) Stroke
b) Stronger immune system
c) Enhanced metabolism
d) Lower blood pressure
42. Which of the following is a potential outcome of iron deficiency in children?
a) Cognitive impairment
b) Increased muscle mass
c) Improved digestion
d) Increased energy levels
43. Which of the following is a source of complete protein?
a) Beans
b) Eggs
c) Quinoa
d) Spinach
44. What is the primary function of proteins in the body?
a) Provide energy
b) Build and repair tissues
c) Store nutrients
d) Control blood sugar levels
45. Which of the following is a deficiency syndrome caused by inadequate protein intake?
a. Marasmus
b. Rickets
c. Pellagra
d. Scurvy
46. What is a potential negative effect of excessive protein intake?
a) Improved digestion
b) Kidney strain
c) Stronger immune function
d) Enhanced cognitive abilities
47. Which of the following nutrients is necessary for bone health?
a) Vitamin C
b) Calcium
c) Folate
d) Iron