ATI RN
Nutrition And Metabolism Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
What is a redox reaction?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A redox reaction involves oxidation and reduction , as per text; it's not just energy , protein breakdown , or glucose synthesis .
Question 2 of 5
What are the products of beta oxidation?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: beta oxidation products as Acetyl CoA, NADH + Hâº, and FADHâ‚‚ ; not glucose , components , or end products .
Question 3 of 5
Which hormone is glucagon's main antagonist?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: insulin as glucagon's antagonist ; cortisol , adrenaline , and thyroxine have other roles.
Question 4 of 5
What is the most important long-term regulator of feeding behaviour and appetite?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: leptin as the key long-term regulator ; insulin and glucagon are short-term, ghrelin stimulates hunger.
Question 5 of 5
Andrea is flushed and her teeth are chattering even though her bedroom temperature is 72°F (22.22°C). Why do you think this is happening?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Andrea's symptoms (flushing, chattering) as fever from a raised hypothalamic set point ; not cold , exercise , or dehydration .