71.Which of the following minerals would a bulimia nervosa patient be likely to lose in the greatest amount?

a.calcium

b.chloride

c.potassium

d.phosphorus

72.Which of the following is a major function of chloride?

a.participate in wound healing

b.help maintain gastric acidity

c.act as principal intracellular electrolyte

d.protect bone structures against degeneration

73.What is the AI for chloride for adults aged 19 to 50 years?

a.1400 mg/day

b.1700 mg/day

c.I200 mg/day

d.2300 mg/day

74.Which of the following is the primary function of potassium?

a.participate in wound healing

b.help maintain gastric acidity

c.act as principal intracellular electrolyte

d.protect bone structures against degeneration

75.Which of the following is a problem associated with potassium deficiency?

a.It leads to hyperglycemia.

b.It leads to lower blood pressure.

c.It can be prevented by consumption of potatoes.

d.It is common due to availability of only a few good food sources.

76.Barbara has recently been complaining of considerable muscle weakness. Her blood tests  showed that she is deficient in potassium. If Barbara continues her current habit of consuming a diet low in potassium, for which of the following disorders is she most likely to be at risk?

a.rickets

b.arthritis

c.low blood pressure

d.high blood pressure

77.Potassium-rich vegetables and fruits can reduce the risk for which of the following conditions?

a.kidney disease

b.stroke

c.pancreatitis

d.constipation

78.Which of the following is a symptom of potassium deficiency?

a.extreme thirst

b.muscle weakness

c.profound sweating

d.lowered blood pressure

79.Which of the following people are at known risk for potassium depletion?

a.athletes who are body-builders

b.construction workers in cold climates

c.those who ingest low amounts of fresh fruits/vegetables

d.those who consume insufficient amounts of salted foods

80.Which of the following is the AI for potassium for adults?

a.4700 mg/day

b.4500 mg/day

c.4300 mg/day

d.4100 mg/day