ATI Nutrition Exam Questions with complete solutions

Complete Protein - ANSWER-From Animal sources and soy, contain sufficient amounts of all 9 essential amino acids Incomplete Protein - ANSWER-generally from plant sources, contain all 9 essential amino acids. However, one or more of the amino acids is not adequate for protein synthesis. Complementary proteins - ANSWER-food sources that are incomplete proteins eaten alone, but together are equivalent to a complete protein. It is not necessary to consume them at the same time, but consume a variety of them throughout the course of the day Protein's metabolic functions - ANSWER--Tissue building and maintenance -Balance of nitrogen and water -Backup energy -Support of metabolic processes -nitrogen balance -transportation of nutrients, other vital substances -Support of the immune system 3 factors of the body's protein requirement - ANSWER-1. tissue growth needs 2. quality of the dietary protein 3. added needs due to illness RDA of protein - ANSWER-0.8 g/kg for healthy adults - 10%-35% of total calories Under consumption of protein can lead to... - ANSWER--Protein energy malnutrition (PEM) -Kwashiorkor -Marasmus