NR 228: Nutrition, Health & Wellness - Exam 1 Prep 2026
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1. Which level of prevention is focused on providing immunizations and
nutrition education to prevent the onset of disease?
A. Secondary Prevention
B. Tertiary Prevention
C. Primary Prevention
D. Rehabilitative Prevention
Answer: C
Rationale: Primary Prevention consists of activities to prevent the initial development of a
disease or poor health, such as immunizations or health education.
2. Which of the following describes the ‘Tolerable Upper Intake Level’ (UL)?
A. The amount recommended for 98% of the healthy population.
B. The minimum amount required to prevent deficiency symptoms.
C. The highest amount of a nutrient that can be consumed safely without adverse effects.
D. The amount of energy required to maintain weight.
Answer: C
Rationale: The UL is the highest level of daily nutrient intake that is likely to pose no risk
of adverse health effects to almost all individuals in the general population.
,3. How many kilocalories per gram are provided by lipids (fats)?
A. 4 kcal/g
B. 9 kcal/g
C. 7 kcal/g
D. 12 kcal/g
Answer: B
Rationale: Lipids provide 9 kcal/g, while carbohydrates and proteins provide 4 kcal/g, and
alcohol provides 7 kcal/g.
4. A food item contains 10 grams of carbohydrates, 5 grams of protein, and 2
grams of fat. What is the total calorie count?
A. 78 kcal
B. 68 kcal
C. 85 kcal
D. 110 kcal
Answer: A
Rationale: (10g carb x 4) + (5g protein x 4) + (2g fat x 9) = 40 + 20 + 18 = 78 kcal.
5. The primary site of nutrient absorption in the human body is the:
A. Stomach
B. Large Intestine
C. Small Intestine
D. Esophagus
Answer: C
Rationale: While digestion begins in the mouth and stomach, the majority of nutrient
absorption occurs in the small intestine, specifically via the villi.
, 6. Which hormone is released by the pancreas in response to high blood glucose
levels?
A. Glucagon
B. Epinephrine
C. Cortisol
D. Insulin
Answer: D
Rationale: Insulin is secreted by the beta cells of the pancreas to lower blood glucose by
facilitating its entry into cells.
7. Which of the following is considered an ‘essential’ nutrient?
A. Glucose
B. Cholesterol
C. Vitamin C
D. Phytochemicals
Answer: C
Rationale: Essential nutrients cannot be made by the body (or made in sufficient
quantities) and must be obtained through the diet. Vitamin C is essential.
8. Which of the following represents a ‘Secondary Prevention’ strategy?
A. Bariatric surgery for a patient with morbid obesity.
B. Screening a patient for hypertension during a routine check-up.
C. A community-wide ‘Stop Smoking’ campaign.
D. Physical therapy after a stroke.
Answer: B
Rationale: Secondary prevention involves early detection and screening to halt or slow the
progress of a disease.
|Chamberlain
1. Which level of prevention is focused on providing immunizations and
nutrition education to prevent the onset of disease?
A. Secondary Prevention
B. Tertiary Prevention
C. Primary Prevention
D. Rehabilitative Prevention
Answer: C
Rationale: Primary Prevention consists of activities to prevent the initial development of a
disease or poor health, such as immunizations or health education.
2. Which of the following describes the ‘Tolerable Upper Intake Level’ (UL)?
A. The amount recommended for 98% of the healthy population.
B. The minimum amount required to prevent deficiency symptoms.
C. The highest amount of a nutrient that can be consumed safely without adverse effects.
D. The amount of energy required to maintain weight.
Answer: C
Rationale: The UL is the highest level of daily nutrient intake that is likely to pose no risk
of adverse health effects to almost all individuals in the general population.
,3. How many kilocalories per gram are provided by lipids (fats)?
A. 4 kcal/g
B. 9 kcal/g
C. 7 kcal/g
D. 12 kcal/g
Answer: B
Rationale: Lipids provide 9 kcal/g, while carbohydrates and proteins provide 4 kcal/g, and
alcohol provides 7 kcal/g.
4. A food item contains 10 grams of carbohydrates, 5 grams of protein, and 2
grams of fat. What is the total calorie count?
A. 78 kcal
B. 68 kcal
C. 85 kcal
D. 110 kcal
Answer: A
Rationale: (10g carb x 4) + (5g protein x 4) + (2g fat x 9) = 40 + 20 + 18 = 78 kcal.
5. The primary site of nutrient absorption in the human body is the:
A. Stomach
B. Large Intestine
C. Small Intestine
D. Esophagus
Answer: C
Rationale: While digestion begins in the mouth and stomach, the majority of nutrient
absorption occurs in the small intestine, specifically via the villi.
, 6. Which hormone is released by the pancreas in response to high blood glucose
levels?
A. Glucagon
B. Epinephrine
C. Cortisol
D. Insulin
Answer: D
Rationale: Insulin is secreted by the beta cells of the pancreas to lower blood glucose by
facilitating its entry into cells.
7. Which of the following is considered an ‘essential’ nutrient?
A. Glucose
B. Cholesterol
C. Vitamin C
D. Phytochemicals
Answer: C
Rationale: Essential nutrients cannot be made by the body (or made in sufficient
quantities) and must be obtained through the diet. Vitamin C is essential.
8. Which of the following represents a ‘Secondary Prevention’ strategy?
A. Bariatric surgery for a patient with morbid obesity.
B. Screening a patient for hypertension during a routine check-up.
C. A community-wide ‘Stop Smoking’ campaign.
D. Physical therapy after a stroke.
Answer: B
Rationale: Secondary prevention involves early detection and screening to halt or slow the
progress of a disease.
