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Food, Nutrition And Dietetics (Dhtm 016) Question Paper

Food, Nutrition And Dietetics (Dhtm 016) 

Course:Education And Pre-University

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2010



TIME : 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS Answer Question ONE and any Other TWO Questions

Question 1
a) Giving two examples of each, differentiate between macronutrients and micronutrients. (6marks) b) State 4 requirements, determinants of calories in an infant (4marks)
c) Highlight any four signs and symptoms of goiter (4marks)
d) Explain 6 ways of preventing and managing obesity (6marks)

Question 2
a) Explain 5 factors that influences the preparation and consumption of food. (10marks)
b) List 5 signs and symptoms of dental caries and gum disease (5marks)
c) Enumerate 5 characteristics of a person with anorexia nervosa (5marks)

Question 3
a) Discuss 4 causes of malnutrition (12marks)
b) Explain 4 key factors to health adult diet (8marks)

Question 4
Describe the digestion of food at each stage of the alimentary canal (20marks)

Question 5
a) Explain 4 ways in which vitamin c is destroyed in food (8marks)
b) Give 4 sources of carbohydrates (4marks)
c) Explain 4 functions of calcium in the diet






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