Macro and micro nutrients deficiency diseases and their prevention
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Question No. 1
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Which of the following is the
most common
micronutrient deficiency worldwide?
A.
Iron deficiency
B.
Zinc deficiency
C.
Vitamin A deficiency
D.
Iodine deficiency
Question No. 2
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Kwashiorkor is primarily caused by deficiency of which macronutrient?
A.
Total calories
B.
Carbohydrates
C.
Proteins
D.
Fats
Question No. 3
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The
classic triad
of Wernicke encephalopathy caused by thiamine (Vitamin B1) deficiency includes all EXCEPT:
A.
Ophthalmoplegia
B.
Ataxia
C.
Confusion
D.
Peripheral edema
Question No. 4
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Bitot's spots on the conjunctiva are pathognomonic for deficiency of:
A.
Vitamin C
B.
Vitamin K
C.
Vitamin A
D.
Vitamin E
Question No. 5
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Pellagra is characterized by the
'4 Ds'
and is caused by deficiency of:
A.
Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6)
B.
Niacin (Vitamin B3)
C.
Thiamine (Vitamin B1)
D.
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
Question No. 6
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Scurvy is caused by prolonged deficiency of
which vitamin
and impairs collagen synthesis?
A.
Vitamin B12
B.
Vitamin D
C.
Vitamin E
D.
Vitamin C
Question No. 7
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Rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults are caused by deficiency of:
A.
Vitamin D
B.
Vitamin K
C.
Vitamin C
D.
Vitamin A
Question No. 8
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The
primary difference
between kwashiorkor and marasmus is:
A.
Kwashiorkor is acute; marasmus is chronic
B.
Kwashiorkor is protein deficiency; marasmus is total calorie deficiency
C.
Kwashiorkor causes wasting; marasmus causes edema
D.
Kwashiorkor affects adults; marasmus affects children
Question No. 9
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Goitre and cretinism are caused by deficiency of which micronutrient?
A.
Iodine
B.
Selenium
C.
Zinc
D.
Iron
Question No. 10
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Beriberi disease affecting the cardiovascular and nervous systems is caused by deficiency of:
A.
Cobalamin (Vitamin B12)
B.
Niacin (Vitamin B3)
C.
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
D.
Thiamine (Vitamin B1)
Question No. 11
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Megaloblastic anemia with
neurological symptoms
(peripheral neuropathy) is characteristic of:
A.
Iron deficiency
B.
Vitamin B6 deficiency
C.
Folate (Vitamin B9) deficiency
D.
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) deficiency
Question No. 12
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Neural tube defects in the fetus can be prevented by supplementation of the mother with:
A.
Vitamin A
B.
Folic acid (Vitamin B9)
C.
Vitamin B12
D.
Iron
Question No. 13
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Hemorrhagic disease of the newborn is caused by deficiency of:
A.
Vitamin K
B.
Vitamin E
C.
Vitamin C
D.
Vitamin A
Question No. 14
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Koilonychia (spoon-shaped nails) is a
clinical sign
of deficiency of:
A.
Calcium
B.
Iron
C.
Magnesium
D.
Zinc
Question No. 15
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Night blindness (nyctalopia) is an
early symptom
of deficiency of:
A.
Vitamin C
B.
Vitamin D
C.
Vitamin E
D.
Vitamin A
Question No. 16
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The
most effective prevention strategy
for iodine deficiency disorders at population level is:
A.
Universal salt iodization
B.
Individual iodine supplementation
C.
Thyroid hormone therapy
D.
Dietary counseling
Question No. 17
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Acrodermatitis enteropathica is a genetic disorder causing malabsorption of:
A.
Iron
B.
Copper
C.
Selenium
D.
Zinc
Question No. 18
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Which of the following is
NOT
a manifestation of vitamin D deficiency?
A.
Hypocalcemia
B.
Rickets in children
C.
Osteomalacia in adults
D.
Bleeding tendency
Question No. 19
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Marasmus is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT:
A.
Severe wasting of muscles
B.
Loss of subcutaneous fat
C.
Bilateral pitting edema
D.
Appearance of 'skin and bones'
Question No. 20
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Keshan disease, an endemic cardiomyopathy, is caused by deficiency of:
A.
Iron
B.
Magnesium
C.
Selenium
D.
Zinc
Question No. 21
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The
recommended prevention
for vitamin A deficiency in children in endemic areas includes:
A.
Antibiotics
B.
Vitamin C supplementation
C.
High-dose vitamin A supplementation every 6 months
D.
Iron supplementation
Question No. 22
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Angular stomatitis, glossitis, and cheilosis are clinical signs of deficiency of:
A.
Vitamin A
B.
Vitamin C
C.
Vitamin B complex
D.
Vitamin D
Question No. 23
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Biofortification of crops refers to:
A.
Increasing nutritional value through breeding or genetic modification
B.
Organic farming methods
C.
Harvesting crops at optimal time
D.
Adding pesticides to crops
Question No. 24
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Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome is commonly seen in patients with:
A.
Diabetes mellitus
B.
Obesity
C.
Hypertension
D.
Chronic alcoholism
Question No. 25
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Keratomalacia, leading to permanent blindness, is a
severe complication
of:
A.
Iron deficiency
B.
Vitamin A deficiency
C.
Iodine deficiency
D.
Vitamin C deficiency
Question No. 26
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Microcytic hypochromic anemia is characteristic of deficiency of:
A.
Vitamin E
B.
Vitamin B12
C.
Folate
D.
Iron
Question No. 27
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Food fortification as a
prevention strategy
involves:
A.
Reducing food processing
B.
Organic farming
C.
Adding vitamins and minerals to staple foods
D.
Increasing portion sizes
Question No. 28
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Zinc supplementation has been proven effective in reducing
duration and severity
of:
A.
Diabetes mellitus
B.
Arthritis
C.
Acute diarrhea in children
D.
Hypertension
Question No. 29
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Pernicious anemia is caused by deficiency of
which vitamin
due to lack of intrinsic factor?
A.
Vitamin B9 (Folate)
B.
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
C.
Vitamin B6
D.
Vitamin C
Question No. 30
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The
primary cause
of endemic goitre in mountainous regions is:
A.
Low iodine content in soil and water
B.
High altitude
C.
Genetic factors
D.
Excessive salt intake
Question No. 31
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Xerophthalmia refers to
which eye condition
caused by vitamin A deficiency?
A.
Glaucoma
B.
Cataract
C.
Dry eyes due to reduced tear production
D.
Color blindness
Question No. 32
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Essential fatty acid deficiency manifests with all EXCEPT:
A.
Poor wound healing
B.
Megaloblastic anemia
C.
Scaly dry rash
D.
Increased infection susceptibility
Question No. 33
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Hypocalcemia and tetany can result from deficiency of:
A.
Vitamin K
B.
Vitamin D
C.
Vitamin E
D.
Vitamin B1
Question No. 34
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The
best food sources
of vitamin B12 for preventing deficiency are:
A.
Animal products (meat, dairy, eggs)
B.
Leafy green vegetables
C.
Whole grains
D.
Citrus fruits
Question No. 35
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Kashin-Beck disease, a deforming arthritis, is caused by deficiency of:
A.
Calcium
B.
Selenium
C.
Magnesium
D.
Iron
Question No. 36
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Subacute combined degeneration of the spinal cord is a neurological complication of:
A.
Vitamin B12 deficiency
B.
Vitamin B6 deficiency
C.
Vitamin C deficiency
D.
Vitamin B1 deficiency
Question No. 37
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The
recommended daily allowance (RDA)
of iron for adult premenopausal women is approximately:
A.
38 mg/day
B.
18 mg/day
C.
28 mg/day
D.
8 mg/day
Question No. 38
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Osteoporosis prevention requires adequate intake of:
A.
Vitamin A and zinc
B.
Calcium and vitamin D
C.
Vitamin C and iron
D.
Vitamin B12 and folate
Question No. 39
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Delayed cord clamping at birth helps prevent
which deficiency
in newborns?
A.
Zinc deficiency
B.
Iron deficiency
C.
Vitamin A deficiency
D.
Calcium deficiency
Question No. 40
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Golden rice is a biofortified crop enriched with:
A.
Iodine
B.
Zinc
C.
Iron
D.
Beta-carotene (Provitamin A)
Question No. 41
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Sideroblastic anemia can result from deficiency of:
A.
Vitamin C
B.
Vitamin B12
C.
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
D.
Vitamin B9 (Folate)
Question No. 42
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The
primary function
of vitamin K in the body is:
A.
Antioxidant activity
B.
Calcium absorption
C.
Energy metabolism
D.
Blood clotting (coagulation)
Question No. 43
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Crohn's disease and celiac disease increase the risk of deficiency of
which vitamin
?
A.
Vitamin A
B.
Vitamin C
C.
Vitamin B12
D.
Vitamin K
Question No. 44
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Multiple micronutrient supplementation during pregnancy is most effective in preventing:
A.
Low birth weight and stillbirths
B.
Twin pregnancies
C.
Gestational diabetes
D.
Maternal obesity
Question No. 45
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Tryptophan can be converted to
which vitamin
in the body?
A.
Vitamin B6
B.
Vitamin B2
C.
Vitamin B1
D.
Niacin (Vitamin B3)
Question No. 46
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Neurological symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency can be differentiated from folate deficiency by measuring:
A.
C-reactive protein
B.
Albumin levels
C.
Complete blood count
D.
Methylmalonic acid levels
Question No. 47
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Peripheral neuropathy with sensory loss can result from deficiency of:
A.
Vitamin C
B.
Vitamin E
C.
Vitamin K
D.
Vitamin A
Question No. 48
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The
primary prevention strategy
for neural tube defects is:
A.
Periconceptional folic acid supplementation
B.
Calcium supplementation
C.
Iron supplementation
D.
Vitamin A supplementation
Question No. 49
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Copper deficiency can result from excessive supplementation of:
A.
Zinc
B.
Magnesium
C.
Iron
D.
Calcium
Question No. 50
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Megaloblastic anemia without neurological symptoms is characteristic of:
A.
Iron deficiency
B.
Folate (Vitamin B9) deficiency
C.
Vitamin B12 deficiency
D.
Vitamin B6 deficiency
Question No. 51
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The
absorption
of non-heme iron from plant sources is enhanced by consuming it with:
A.
Tea or coffee
B.
Calcium
C.
Phytates
D.
Vitamin C
Question No. 52
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Hypervitaminosis A during pregnancy can cause:
A.
Congenital malformations (teratogenicity)
B.
Maternal anemia
C.
Gestational diabetes
D.
Preterm labor
Question No. 53
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Ariboflavinosis (riboflavin deficiency) manifests with:
A.
Night blindness
B.
Bleeding gums
C.
Angular stomatitis and seborrheic dermatitis
D.
Peripheral edema
Question No. 54
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Avidin in
raw egg whites
binds to and causes deficiency of:
A.
Niacin (Vitamin B3)
B.
Biotin (Vitamin B7)
C.
Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5)
D.
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
Question No. 55
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Magnesium deficiency is commonly seen in patients with:
A.
Iron supplementation
B.
Vegetarian diet
C.
High calcium intake
D.
Chronic alcoholism
Question No. 56
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Phytates and tannins in plant foods
inhibit absorption
of:
A.
Iron and zinc
B.
Vitamin A
C.
Vitamin C
D.
Folate
Question No. 57
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The
primary prevention
of protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) includes:
A.
Restriction of protein foods
B.
Exclusive breastfeeding for first 6 months
C.
Early weaning from breast milk
D.
High sugar diet
Question No. 58
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Lathyrism, a neurological disease causing spastic paraplegia, is caused by excessive consumption of:
A.
Grass pea (Lathyrus sativus)
B.
Wheat
C.
Rice
D.
Maize
Question No. 59
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Fluorosis, causing mottling of teeth and skeletal changes, results from:
A.
Fluoride deficiency
B.
Calcium deficiency
C.
Excessive fluoride intake
D.
Phosphorus excess
Question No. 60
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The
minimum daily
carbohydrate intake to prevent ketosis is approximately:
A.
20-30 grams
B.
250-300 grams
C.
150-200 grams
D.
50-100 grams
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