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The Digestive and Urinary Systems — Unit test Answers

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Lisa complains that she has a slow metabolism, but it's her fault because people can control how quickly their metabolism works.

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Sue and Shannon are having an argument about diet myths. In order to settle the argument, select the "myth" that is really a TRUE statement.

A
In order to lose weight, you must consume a very low-calorie diet.
B
In order to improve your fitness and increase your energy, you must workout every day.
C
Fad diets are a great way to drop weight fast and keep it off.
D
To lose weight, you must use more energy than you consume.
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Which of the following is a healthy fat?

A
saturated fat
B
trans fat
C
polyunsaturated fat
D
enriched fat
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A patient comes to the emergency room after passing out. The doctor discovers a very low amount of salts in the body. The doctor should suspect problems with the patient's __________.

A
gallbladder because the salts are not properly digested
B
kidneys because the salts are not properly regulated
C
liver because the salts are not properly filtered out
D
bladder because the salts are not properly stored
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Charlene has a BMI of 29; therefore, she wants to change her body composition. Which plan would be BEST for her?

A
She should exercise 60 minutes a day, eat six small meals that equal less than 2,000 calories, and make sure to get plenty of rest.
B
She should run 30 minutes a day, eat balanced meals that contain about 1,000 calories each, and sleep about six hours a night.
C
She should lift weights 45 minutes a day, eat 4,000 calories a day, and sleep at least 10 hours a night.
D
She should do cardiovascular exercises, eat six small meals that altogether equal 1,000 calories, and sleep about eight hours a night.
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Since Claire rarely exercises, she should increase the number of calories she eats.

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Being realistic about one's flaws is the symptom of an unhealthy body image.

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Why do most people begin a diet?

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to lower their blood pressure
B
to raise their cholesterol
C
to lose weight
D
to avoid disease
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June follows a special diet that does not allow her to eat any milk products. This diet could be __________.

A
vegan, lactose-free, or diabetic
B
lactose-free, vegan, or ovo-vegetarian
C
kosher, lactose-free, or low-sodium
D
diabetic, lacto-vegetarian, or low-sodium
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Larissa has a BMI of 30% and a waist measurement of 40. Describe Larissa's body composition, set a reasonable goal for her, and devise a plan to help her accomplish the goal.

Answer:

Larissa's BMI of 30 indicates obesity and her waist of 40 inches shows central fat distribution, increasing health risks. Reasonable goal: reduce BMI to ~25-27 and waist to under 35 inches. Plan: combine calorie-controlled balanced diet with regular aerobic and strength exercise 4-5 times weekly, monitor progress, and consult a professional.

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Luke is 5 feet 11 inches and weighs 170 pounds. Using the body mass index chart as a guide, under which category would he fall?

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A
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B
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C
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D
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When comparing the digestive and urinary system, we can conclude that they both __________.

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are responsible for regulating the amount of salt in the body
B
absorb nutrients into the bloodstream
C
aid in the digestion of food
D
have functions of absorption and elimination
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When the body's energy intake is balanced with energy expenditure, an individual will gain weight.

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Suzanne is following a fad diet. She has started to experience low energy during her workouts, and on a recent trip to the doctor, she found out she has high cholesterol. Which fad diet is Suzanne most likely following?

A
low-carbohydrate
B
low-fat
C
fasting
D
diuretics
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The kidneys are paired structures that __________.

A
transport urine to the bladder
B
help in digestion of carbohydrates
C
regulate salts, waters, and other minerals
D
absorb nutrients into the bloodstream
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What steps should vegetarians take to ensure they get proper levels of protein?

Answer:

Vegetarians should eat a variety of protein-rich foods, such as beans, lentils, peas, nuts, seeds, soy, eggs, and dairy products if included in their diet. Combining complementary proteins, such as beans with rice or peanut butter with whole-grain bread, helps provide all essential amino acids. They should also eat enough total calories and monitor nutrients such as iron and vitamin B12.

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List the health issues involved with binge eating disorder and explain how the disorder perpetuates itself.

Answer:

Binge eating disorder causes people to become overweight. It also eventually leads to cardiovascular diseases and high blood pressure. The disorder perpetuates itself by creating feelings of extreme guilt in the person afflicted, which lowers resistance towards other episodes of frequent overeating.

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Consider the nutrition label that is found on food products. Do you believe it provides relevant information to a potential consumer? Why or why not?

Answer:

Yes, because it lists serving size, calories, and key nutrients, helping consumers make informed dietary choices.

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Charlene has a BMI of 29; therefore, she wants to change her body composition. Which plan would be BEST for her?

A
She should exercise 60 minutes a day, eat six small meals that equal less than 2,000 calories, and make sure to get plenty of rest.
B
She should run 30 minutes a day, eat balanced meals that contain about 1,000 calories each, and sleep about six hours a night.
C
She should lift weights 45 minutes a day, eat 4,000 calories a day, and sleep at least 10 hours a night.
D
She should do cardiovascular exercises, eat six small meals that altogether equal 1,000 calories, and sleep about eight hours a night.
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Which of the following is a symptom of Bulimia?

A
weight gain
B
low blood sugar
C
high blood pressure
D
acid damage to the esophagus

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