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Mls 2211 : Nutrition, Dietetics And Nutritional Disorders Question Paper
Mls 2211 : Nutrition, Dietetics And Nutritional Disorders
Course:Bachelor Of Science In Medical Laboratory Sciences
Institution: Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2012
JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
OF
AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
University Examinations 2012/2013
SECOND YEAR FIRST SEMESTER EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES
MLS 2211 : NUTRITION, DIETETICS AND NUTRITIONAL DISORDERS
DATE: AUGUST 2012 TIME: 2 HOURS
SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTONS (20 MARKS)
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION
Q1. The two types of carbohydrates are:
(a) Complex and simple carbohydrates.
(b) Oligosaccharides.
(c) Monosaccharides.
(d) Polysaccharides.
Q2. To meet the increased demand during pregnancy, additional protein that should be added is:
(a) 20 gm.
(b) 500 gm.
(c) 30 gm.
(d) 200 gm.
Q3. The following are classified as simple lipids:
(a) Fatty acids, neutral fats, waxes, sterols and non sterols.
(b) Photolipids.
(c) Glycolipids.
(d) Lipoproteins.
Q4. The following best describes poly-unsaturated fatty acids:
(a) Fatty acids which have no double bonds.
(b) Fatty acids which have several double bonds.
(c) A chain which contains a double bond.
(d) A fatty acid which have a million double bonds.
Q5. The following are the three essential fatty acids:
(a) Linoleic, omega, linolenin and arachidonic.
(b) Arachidoneic, omega, linolenin and linolois.
(c) Linoleiche, linolenig and arachidomis.
(d) Linoleic, linolenic and arachidonic.
Q6. One of the functions of Omega-3 fatty acids is to:
(a) Make cell walls supple and flexible and improve circulation.
(b) Reduce circulation, make cell walls less supple and unflexible.
(c) Improve circulation, destroy micro-organisms and remove flexibility.
(d) Improve quality of circulation and destroy HDL.
Q7. Some of the functions of high density lipoprotein is to:
(a) Help the body by adding bad cholesterol from the body to the liver and reduce the risk of heart disease.
(b) Build plaque on the wall of the arteries and reduce the risk of heart disease.
(c) Help the body by getting rid of bad cholesterol and reduce risk of heart disease.
(d) Control tryglecerides by removing fat cells throughout the body.
Q8. Among the factors affecting the cholesterol levels are the following:
(a) Heredity, beauty, age, gender, diet and weight.
(b) Diet, weight, age, gender, diabetes and heredity.
(c) Diabetes, T.B., profession and heredity.
(d) Weight loss, age, gender, psychological stress, eggs.
Q9. Some of the essential amino acids are the following:
(a) Glycine, glutamic acid, arganine, proline.
(b) Valine, lysine, threonine, glyane, alanine.
(c) Glycine, valine, lysine, serine glutamic acid.
(d) Valine, lysine, threonine, Leucine and methionine.
Q10. The following is an explanation about complete proteins:
(a) These and proteins that contain all non-essential amino acids to support growth.
(b) These are proteins that contain all non-essential amino acids.
(c) These are the proteins that contain enough amino acids but cannot support growth.
(d) These are the proteins that contain enough amino acids, in right quantity and ratio to maintain nitrogen balance and support growth.
Q11. The following are key functions of protein except one:
(a) Anabolism by supplying the necessary building blocks for developing new tissues.
(b) Catabolism of body tissues to reduce weight.
(c) Transport lipids.
(d) Provide fuel to the body when there is no reserve energy.
Q12. One of the following vitamins is used for good eyesight, integrity of mucus lining, teeth and bone development:
(a) Vitamin E.
(b) Vitamin C.
(c) Vitamin D.
(d) Vitamin A.
Q13. The other name for Vitamin B1 is:
(a) Riboflavin.
(b) Thiamine.
(c) Niacin.
(d) Nicotinic acid.
Q14. The best source of vitamin C are the following:
(a) Cassava.
(b) Citrus fruits.
(c) Mushrooms.
(d) Overcooked chopped vegetables.
Q15. The ideal food for an infant from birth to 6 months is:
(a) Infant formula.
(b) Mixed breast milk and infant formula.
(c) Breast milk from the mother.
(d) Full cream milk.
Q16. When introducing complementary food during the first few days, the following would be the best carbohydrate to feed the baby:
(a) Plain cereal porridge.
(b) Porridge with cow milk and some eggs.
(c) Mixed cereal and legume porridge.
(d) Plain bean flour porridge.
Q17. A woman who is HIV-positive and has chosen to use heat treated expressed breast milk can do one of the following to destroy the virus:
(a) Flash heating by placing the jar of milk in a pan of hot water.
(b) Boil the breast milk in a saucepan.
(c) Use breast milk as it is.
(d) Abandon the practice since it is cumbersome.
Q18. The following are the three types of eating disorders:
(a) Anorexia nervosa, bulimia and binge eating.
(b) Anorexia, poor appetite and over eating.
(c) Bulimia, obesity and anaemia.
(d) Binge eating, eating and anorexia.
Q19. One reason why a mother should not give complementary foods too early is:
(a) The baby’s digestive system has not developed fully to digest solids and liquids apart from breast milk.
(b) The baby will be smaller than normal.
(c) The infant is not exposed to friendly micro-organisms.
(d) Breast milk is not sufficient but the mother has no choice.
Q20. Two of the causes of obesity in Kenya today is:
(a) Sedentary lifestyle and excessive consumption of energy rich foods.
(b) Over-eating vegetables and fruits and lack of exercise.
(c) Consumption of vegetables, salads and too much exercise.
(d) Weight loss in childhood.
Q21. The best diet for a diabetic patient is:
(a) A well balanced diet high in fibre and controlled energy.
(b) Well balanced diet, controlled protein, high carbohydrate and low fibre.
(c) Well balanced diet, controlled protein, high carbohydrate and low fibre.
(d) Well balanced diet and high protein.
SECTION B: SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS (30 MARKS)
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION
Q22. Explain one problem caused by introducing complementary feeding too early. [6 marks]
Q23. State the energy requirement for an adult HIV-infected at symptomatic advanced stage. [6 marks]
Q24. State the two actions that can support exclusive breast feeding of infants 0-6 months born to HIV-infected mothers. [6 marks]
Q25. State two reasons why eating right is beneficial in sports performance. [6 marks]
SECTION C: LONG ANSWER QUESTONS. (20 MARKS)
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ONLY ONE QUESTION IN THIS SECTION
Q27. Explain five characteristics each of Kwashiorkor and Marasmus.
[10 marks]
Q28. Explain five risk factors associated with gout. [10 marks]
Q29. Explain five advantages and five disadvantages of exclusive breast feeding as an option for an HIV-infected mother. [10 marks]
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