Graded A+
Water balance of the body - ANSWER -- Which part of the brain regulates water intake? -
Dehydration ANSWER -hypothalamus
-Water equilibrium
-Water intoxication
Sources of water output: - ANSWER -
kidneys, skin, lungs, feces
T/F: 60% of body weight is water weight -
ANSWER -True
Hard water: - ANSWER -contains dissolved
minerals like calcium and magnesium
Major functions of water in the body -
ANSWER --Carries nutrients
-Cleanses tissue an blood Soft water: - ANSWER -treated water with
-Solvent only sodium ion
-Chemical reactions Example: rainwater
-Lubricant around joints
-Shock absorber
-Body temperature Diuretic - ANSWER -compound, usually a
medication, causing increased urinary water
excretion
How to dehydrate the body - ANSWER --
Dont drink enough fluids
-Diuretics (alcohol, caffeine) Ions - ANSWER -electrically charged
-Eat lots of salt and sugar particles such as sodium or chloride
Dehydration symptoms - ANSWER --Thirst What is usually the first sign of dehydration? -
-Dry mouth ANSWER -thirst
-Lack of energy
-Rapid pulse
-Low blood pressure Which type of water is more highly regulated? -
-Sudden weight loss
ANSWER -tap water
-Reduced urine
Trace Minerals - ANSWER -Iodine, Zinc,
Water Recommendations - ANSWER -Men
Fluoride, Iron, Selenium
(19-30y): 3.7 Liters
Women (19-30y): 2.7 Liters
Iodine Function & Sources - ANSWER -
What is not a sign of dehydration? - Thyroid hormone and BMR
ANSWER -Increased urination
-iodized salt, seafood, foods grown in iodine rich
soil, bread
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, MSU HNF 150 Exam 3 Test Questions with Verified Answers
Graded A+
Selenium Deficiency - ANSWER -
Predisposition to a form of heart disease
Iodine Deficiency - ANSWER -goiter, characterized by fibrous cardiac tissue
cretinism(severe stomach bulge and (uncommon).
underdevelopment mentally and physically)
Major Minerals - ANSWER -Magnesium,
Zinc Function & Sources - ANSWER - Potassium, Calcium, Sodium
Works with proteins to help enzymes
-yogurt, pork chops, meats, fish, enriched cereal Magnesium Function & Sources -
ANSWER -Works with calcium to function
the muscles, assists in enzymes function, energy
Zinc Deficiency - ANSWER -HBP, growth metabolism
retardation, dermatitis and poor wound healing
-soy beans, spinach, soy milk, yogurt, beans,
potatoes, vegetables, nuts
Fluoride Function & Sources - ANSWER -
Works with insulin to regulate/release energy
from glucose. Helps form bones and teeth Magnesium Deficiency - ANSWER -
weakness, confusion, low blood calcium
-fish, meat, seafood, water with fluoride
Potassium Functions & Sources -
Fluoride Deficiency - ANSWER -dental ANSWER -Maintains volume inside the cell,
decay maintains heart, fluid
-banana, OJ, lima beans, salmon, baked potato,
Iron Function & Sources - ANSWER - avocado
Oxygen carrying cells: hemoglobin ---> red blood
cells--->myoglobin---->muscle cells, helps
enzymes use oxygen needed to make new cells Potassium Deficiency - ANSWER -
accompanies dehydration, muscle weakness,
confusion
Iron Deficiency - ANSWER -anemia, pica
Calcium Function & Sources - ANSWER -
Selenium Function & Sources - ANSWER - Works with magnesium to function the muscles
assists enzymes that work with Vitamin E to
prevent free radical formation -dairy products, broccoli, turnip greens
-seafoods, organ meats, whole grains
Calcium Deficiency - ANSWER -
Osteoporosis
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