Applied Nutrition Mcqs

Q: What essential component found in breast milk helps protect infants from infections and diseases?

1. A) Vitamin C
2. B) Iron
3. C) Antibodies
4. D) Calcium

 

Answer: C) Antibodies

 

Q: What is the recommended duration of exclusive breastfeeding according to the World Health Organization (WHO)?

1. A) 3 months
2. B) 6 months
3. C) 9 months
4. D) 12 months

 

Answer: B) 6 months

 

Q: What term is used to describe acute malnutrition characterized by rapid weight loss and muscle wasting?

1. A) Hidden hunger
2. B) Overweight
3. C) Wasting
4. D) Stunting

 

Answer: C) Wasting

1. What is the term used to describe the first four weeks of life after birth?
2. A) Infantile period
3. B) Neonatal period
4. C) Toddler stage
5. D) Adolescent phase

 

Answer: B) Neonatal period

 

Q: What is the term for the process of finding solutions to nutritional problems together with mothers or caregivers?

1. A) Nutritional intervention
2. B) Nutritional consultation
3. C) Nutrition therapy
4. D) Nutrition counseling

 

Answer: D) Nutrition counseling

 

1. In pregnancy, what increases the risk of premature delivery, low birth weight, and birth defects due to an inadequate diet?
2. A) Poor maternal weight gain
3. B) Excessive maternal weight gain
4. C) Intake of prenatal vitamins
5. D) Regular exercise routine

 

Answer: A) Poor maternal weight gain

 

Q: When does colostrums production typically begin after childbirth, according to the American Pregnancy Association?

1. A) Immediately after birth
2. B) 1 to 2 days after birth
3. C) 2 to 5 days after birth
4. D) 1 week after birth

 

Answer: C) 2 to 5 days after birth

 

Q: BMR stands for---------------- ?

1. A) Body metabolism rate
2. B) Basal metabolic rate
3. C) Body mass index
4. D) Basal energy expenditure

 

Answer: B) Basal metabolic rate

 

Q: Fat-soluble Vitamins?

1. A) Easily excreted
2. B) Seldom cause toxicity
3. C) Require bile for absorption
4. D) Not stored in body

 

Answer: C) Require bile for absorption

 

 

Q: The unit of BMI is___________ ?

1. A) kgcm-2
2. B) kg/cm2
3. C) kg/m-2
4. D) kg/m-3

 

Answer: C) kg/m-2

 

Q: Nutritional assessment can be done using ?

1. A) ACBD method
2. B) Caloric method
3. C) Formative assessment
4. D) None of the above

 

Answer: A) ACBD method

 

Q: A healthy infant’s birth weight doubles by ?

1. A) 5 month of age
2. B) 8 month of age
3. C) 12 month of age
4. D) two year of age

 

Answer: A) 5 month of age

 

 

 

Q: Which is not a symptom of Marasmus?

1. A) Muscle wasting
2. B) Edema
3. C) Subcutaneous fat loss
4. D) Monkey face

 

Answer: B) Edema

 

Q: A newborn baby doesn’t need up to 6 months of age ?

1. A) Milk
2. B) Water
3. C) Formula milk
4. D) Powder milk

 

Answer: B) Water

 

Q: Rickets is characterized by ?

1. A) Knocked knees
2. B) Bowed legs
3. C) Swollen joints
4. D) Both a and b

 

Answer: D) Both a and b

 

 

Q: When referring to infant nutrition, what is the term for the process of gradually introducing complementary foods alongside breast milk or formula?

1. A) Transitioning
2. B) Weaning
3. C) Maturing
4. D) Evolving

 

Answer: B) Weaning

 

Q: Which organization typically recommends starting weaning at the age of 6 months?

1. A) American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
2. B) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
3. C) World Health Organization (WHO)
4. D) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

 

Answer: C) World Health Organization (WHO)

 

Q: To check body growth Head and chest measurements are used in ?

1. A) Elderly people
2. B) Adults
3. C) Women
4. D) Children

 

Answer: D) Children

 

 

Q: Bleeding disease is due to the deficiency of ?

1. A) Vitamin A
2. B) Vitamin D
3. C) Vitamin E
4. D) Vitamin K

 

Answer: D) Vitamin K

 

Q: Which of the following is a unique component found in breast milk that helps protect newborns from infections?

1. A) Lactose
2. B) Casein
3. C) Colostrum
4. D) Whey protein

 

Answer: C) Colostrum

 

 

1. _____________ is any characteristic, condition, or behavior that increases the likelihood of developing a particular disease or health condition ?
2. A) Risk assessment
3. B) Prevention strategy
4. C) Diagnostic marker
5. D) Risk factor

 

Answer: D) Risk factor

Q: Decrease in which of the following causes goiter?

1. A) Iron
2. B) Zinc
3. C) Calcium
4. D) Iodine

 

Answer: D) Iodine

 

Q: Which nutrient is essential for bone health and teeth formation?

1. A) Vitamin C
2. B) Iron
3. C) Calcium
4. D) Vitamin D

 

Answer: C) Calcium

 

1. Obesity is reduced by proper intake of which of the following?
2. A) Saturated fats
3. B) Simple carbohydrates
4. C) Sugary beverages
5. D) Fiber-rich foods and balanced nutrients

 

Answer: D) Fiber-rich foods and balanced nutrients

 

 

Q: The purpose of the WHO SUN (Scaling Up Nutrition) movement mission was to end ?

1. A) Food insecurity
2. B) Poverty
3. C) Malnutrition
4. D) Illiteracy

 

Answer: C) Malnutrition

 

Q: In the second trimester of pregnancy, mothers should consume approximately how many extra calories per day?

1. A) 200 calories
2. B) 350 calories
3. C) 500 calories
4. D) 400 calories

 

Answer: B) 350 calories

 

Q: Diabetes that occurs during pregnancy is known as?

1. A) Gestational diabetes
2. B) Type 1 diabetes
3. C) Type 2 diabetes
4. D) Pre-existing diabetes

 

Answer: A) Gestational diabetes

 

 

Q: There are _________ basic amino acids?

1. A) 5
2. B) 10
3. C) 20
4. D) 25

 

Answer: C) 20

 

Q: A diet high in saturated fats can be associated with which of the following?

1. A) Reduced risk of heart disease
2. B) Lower blood pressure
3. C) Increased risk of heart disease
4. D) Improved cholesterol levels

 

Answer: C) Increased risk of heart disease

 

Q: One glass of milk contains approximately how many calories?

1. A) 50 calories
2. B) 100 calories
3. C) 122 calories
4. D) 200 calories

 

Answer: C) 122 calories

 

 

Q: Anemia is caused by a deficiency of which nutrient?

1. A) Vitamin C
2. B) Iron
3. C) Calcium
4. D) Sodium

 

Answer: B) Iron

 

Q: The patient who is severely malnourished is typically discharged when their Body Mass Index (BMI) reaches?

18. A) 18.5 kg/m²
19. B) 16.5 kg/m²
20. C) 20.0 kg/m²
21. D) 25.0 kg/m²

 

Answer: A) 18.5 kg/m²

 

Q: Cyanocobalamin is also known as ?

1. A) Vitamin B2
2. B) Vitamin B6
3. C) Vitamin B12
4. D) Vitamin D

 

Answer: C) Vitamin B12

 

 

Q: Which of the following health issues can be caused by excessive intake of calcium?

1. A) Hypertension
2. B) Constipation
3. C) Anemia
4. D) Migraines

 

Answer: B) Constipation

 

Q: Which vitamin plays an important role in reducing the risk of neural tube defects during pregnancy?

1. A) Vitamin A
2. B) Vitamin B12
3. C) Vitamin C
4. D) Folic acid (Vitamin B9)

 

Answer: D) Folic acid (Vitamin B9)

 

Q: Biotin is also known as ?

1. A) Vitamin A
2. B) Vitamin B1
3. C) Vitamin B7
4. D) Vitamin C

 

Answer: C) Vitamin B7

 

 

Q: How much manganese do females need in their daily intake?

1. A) 1.8 milligrams
2. B) 2 milligrams
3. C) 2.5 milligrams
4. D) 3 milligrams

 

Answer: A) 1.8 milligrams

 

Q: Which of the following food sources have a high glycemic index?

1. A) Whole grains
2. B) Leafy green vegetables
3. C) White bread
4. D) Nuts and seeds

 

Answer: C) White bread

 

1. Which of the following is a risk factor for hyperlipidemia?
2. A) Sedentary lifestyle
3. B) High-fiber diet
4. C) Normal body weight
5. D) Regular physical activity

 

Answer: A) Sedentary lifestyle

 

 

Q: Which of the following vitamins is water-soluble?

1. A) Vitamin C
2. B) Vitamin K
3. C) Vitamin A
4. D) Vitamin D

 

Answer: A) Vitamin C

 

Q: How many kilocalories are in 1 calorie?

1. A) 0.001 kcal
2. B) 0.01 kcal
3. C) 0.1 kcal
4. D) 1 kcal

 

Answer: A) 0.001 kcal

 

1. What unit is commonly used to measure the energy content of food?
2. A) Calorie
3. B) Gram
4. C) Joule
5. D) Newton

 

Answer: A) Calorie

 

 

Q: Which formula is commonly used to estimate Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)?

1. A) Harris-Benedict Equation
2. B) BMI Formula
3. C) Waist-to-Hip Ratio
4. D) Body Fat Percentage Calculation

 

Answer: A) Harris-Benedict Equation

 

Q: Which of the following foods should be avoided during pregnancy due to the risk of foodborne illnesses such as Listeriosis?

1. A) Soft cheeses
2. B) Leafy greens
3. C) Lean meats
4. D) Whole grains

 

Answer: A) Soft cheeses

 

Q: Which nutrient should be limited in the diet of individuals with heart failure to reduce fluid retention and swelling?

1. A) Sodium
2. B) Potassium
3. C) Calcium
4. D) Iron

 

Answer: A) Sodium

 

Q: Which of the following should be avoided in the diet of a person with acute renal failure ?

1. A) Dairy products
2. B) Apple
3. C) Cauliflower
4. D) Legumes

 

Answer: A) Dairy products

 

Q: What is the recommended daily potassium intake for adults?

1. A) 1000 mg
2. B) 2000 mg
3. C) 3500 mg
4. D) 4700 mg

 

Answer: D) 4700 mg

 

Q: Which lipoprotein is commonly known as "good" cholesterol due to its beneficial effects on heart health?

1. A) LDL
2. B) VLDL
3. C) HDL
4. D) IDL

 

Answer: C) HDL

 

 

Q: In which type of stone should a person restrict their intake of a low purine diet?

1. A) Calcium oxalate stones
2. B) Struvite stones
3. C) Uric acid stones
4. D) Cystine stones

 

Answer: C) Uric acid stones

 

Q: In which disease do patients often exhibit an acetone-like smell on their breath?

1. A) Diabetes mellitus
2. B) Hypertension
3. C) Asthma
4. D) Osteoporosis

 

Answer: A) Diabetes mellitus

 

Q: High intake of _________ is advised to prevent constipation ?

1. A) Protein
2. B) Fat
3. C) Carbohydrates
4. D) Dietary fiber

 

Answer: D) Dietary fiber

 

 

Q: Vitamin C is also known as ?

1. A) Ascorbic acid
2. B) Thiamine
3. C) Retinol
4. D) Riboflavin

 

Answer: A) Ascorbic acid

 

Q: Standard dash diet the sodium intake is ?

1. A) 1200 mg per day
2. B) 1500 mg per day
3. C) 2300 mg per day
4. D) 2000 mg per day

 

Answer: C) 2300 mg per day

 

Q: Which form of malnutrition is characterized by chronic under nutrition, resulting in impaired growth and development?

1. A) Hidden hunger
2. B) Stunting
3. C) Overweight
4. D) Obesity

 

Answer: B) Stunting

 

 

Q: The protein produced by fat cells under the direction of the ob gene is called ?

1. A) Leptin
2. B) Ghrelin
3. C) Insulin
4. D) Adiponectin

 

Answer: A) Leptin

 

Q: What does "energy balance" refer to?

1. A) The amount of energy stored in fat cells
2. B) The equilibrium between energy intake and energy expenditure
3. C) The energy released during digestion and metabolism of food
4. D) The total amount of calories burned during exercise

 

Answer: B) The equilibrium between energy intake and energy expenditure