Galen NSG 3100 - Exam 4 Questions and
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Food Frequency A questionnaire that assesses intake of a variety of food groups on a
daily, weekly, or longer basis.
gastrostomy creation of an artificial opening into the stomach
Glycerides fatty acids attached to a glycerol molecule
Glycogen An extensively branched glucose storage polysaccharide found in the liver and
muscle of animals; the animal equivalent of starch.
Ideal Body Weight (IBW) the optimal weight recommended for optimal health
incomplete proteins proteins that lack one or more of the essential amino acids
iron deficiency anemia anemia caused by inadequate iron intake
, jejunostomy creation of an opening in the jejunum
kilojoule The energy value given to food
Large calorie (Calorie, kilocalorie [Kcal]) Amount of heat energy required to raise temp
of 1 gram of water 15 to 16 degrees Celsius & is the unit used in nutrition. page 1253
Lipids Energy-rich organic compounds, such as fats, oils, and waxes, that are made of
carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.
Lipoproteins clusters of lipids associated with proteins that serve as transport vehicles for
lipids in the lymph and blood
Macrominerals any of the minerals that people require daily in amounts over 100 mg
Macronutrients carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
Answers 100% Correct
Food Frequency A questionnaire that assesses intake of a variety of food groups on a
daily, weekly, or longer basis.
gastrostomy creation of an artificial opening into the stomach
Glycerides fatty acids attached to a glycerol molecule
Glycogen An extensively branched glucose storage polysaccharide found in the liver and
muscle of animals; the animal equivalent of starch.
Ideal Body Weight (IBW) the optimal weight recommended for optimal health
incomplete proteins proteins that lack one or more of the essential amino acids
iron deficiency anemia anemia caused by inadequate iron intake
, jejunostomy creation of an opening in the jejunum
kilojoule The energy value given to food
Large calorie (Calorie, kilocalorie [Kcal]) Amount of heat energy required to raise temp
of 1 gram of water 15 to 16 degrees Celsius & is the unit used in nutrition. page 1253
Lipids Energy-rich organic compounds, such as fats, oils, and waxes, that are made of
carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.
Lipoproteins clusters of lipids associated with proteins that serve as transport vehicles for
lipids in the lymph and blood
Macrominerals any of the minerals that people require daily in amounts over 100 mg
Macronutrients carbohydrates, proteins, and fats
