Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
First Year B.Sc. Nursing (Basic) Degree Examination ? October
2007
[Time: 3 Hrs.]
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[Max. Marks : 80]NUTRITION
(Old Scheme)
QP Code: 1656
Your answers should be specific to the questions asked.
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Draw neat labeled diagrams wherever necessary.LONG ESSAY (Answer any TWO)
2 X 10 = 20 Marks
1. Differentiate between micro and macro nutrients. Explain the functions of three major nutrients
2. Explain the nutritional needs during adolescence and the recommended dietary allowances during
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this phase3. Define protein energy malnutrition. Explain the preventive measures of PEM for under five children
SHORT ESSAY (Answer any EIGHT)
8 X 5 = 40 Marks
4. Role of school lunch in improving health of children
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5. Functions of calcium in diet6. List out dietary sources of vitamin `A'
7. Signs and symptoms of Pellegra
8. Importance of Iron in diet and sources of iron diet
9. Cooking principles for preservation of vitamins
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10. Plan a balanced menu for a old man with sedentory work11. Preparation and nutritive value of Egg flip
12. Nutritional problems in pre school children
13. Cultural influences and food habits
SHORT ANSWERS
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10 X 2 = 20 Marks14. Importance of fibre in diet
15. Causes of Tetany
16. What are essential fatty acids that reduce Blood cholesterol level?
17. Food Cults
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18. Effects of B1 deficiency19. Functions of Folic Acid
20. What is Basal metabolism?
21. Antioxidants
22. Nutritive value of fish
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23. RDA of vitamin `C'* * * * *