1) Each is a function of the liver, except one. Which is the exception? a) Secretes new blood cells which breaks down fat globules b) Removes toxins from the blood c) Helps metabolize carbohydrates, fats and proteins d) Synthesizes several kinds of protein compounds 2) Insulin is a hormone that decreases blood glucose levels. a) True b) False 3) The best source for assuring optimal glycogen stores is: a) Protein b) Fat c) Carbohydrates d) Glycerol e) Amino Acids 4) Ketoacidosis can occur as a result of strict carbohydrate restriction. a) True b) False 5) Which individual would be expected to have the highest basal metabolic rate (BMR)? a) one who is sleeping b) one who is breastfeeding c) one who is undernourished d) one who is chronically fasting 6) Energy balance is maintained when: a) kilocalorie balance is larger than energy required for body processes and physical activity. b) kilocalorie intake equals amount of energy needed for body processes and physical activity. c) kilocalorie intake is less than energy required for body processes and physical activity. 7) The hypothalamus controls hunger and satiety. a) True b) False 8) Effects of inadequate energy intake may include: a) Muscle loss b) Psychologic disorder c) Malnutrition d) Metabolic imbalances e) All the above 9) Each is a symptom of type 1 diabetes mellitus, except one. Which is the exception? a) Polydipsia b) Polyphagia c) Polyuria d) Ketoacidosis e) Weight gain 10) Type 1 diabetes use to be referred to as juvenile diabetes because adults do not develop this disease. a) Both statements are true. b) Both statements are false. c) The first statement is true; the second is false. d) The first statement is false; the second is true. 11) Each is true of type 2 diabetes, except one. Which is the exception? a) Body mass index greater than 27 kg/m2 is a risk factor. b) Obesity and sedentary lifestyle are risk factors. c) Increased fat stores cause some degree of insulin resistance. d) Inadequate insulin is a major cause. 12) The main manifestation of type 2 diabetes is: a) Hyperglycemia b) Hypoglycemia c) Ketoacidosis d) Not thirsty

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