Clinical Nutritionist CCN Trivia 2

Question 1

Which vitamin is sometimes called the 'sunshine vitamin' because the body synthesizes it upon skin exposure to UVB radiation?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D

Answer

Vitamin D is synthesized in the skin when 7-dehydrocholesterol is converted to cholecalciferol (D3) upon UVB exposure.

Question 2

The Certified Clinical Nutritionist (CCN) credential is awarded by which professional organization?

Accepted Answer

Clinical Nutrition Certification Board (CNCB)

Answer

The CCN credential is issued by the Clinical Nutrition Certification Board (CNCB), which sets the exam and continuing education standards.

Question 3

Which macronutrient provides 9 kilocalories per gram?

Accepted Answer

Fat

Answer

Dietary fat yields 9 kcal/g, more than double the 4 kcal/g provided by carbohydrates and protein.

Question 4

Pellagra is the classic deficiency disease associated with inadequate intake of which B vitamin?

Accepted Answer

Niacin (B3)

Answer

Pellagra presents with the 4 Ds — dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia, and death — and results from niacin (B3) deficiency.

Question 5

Which organ is primarily responsible for producing bile salts used in fat digestion?

Accepted Answer

Liver

Answer

The liver synthesizes bile acids from cholesterol; bile is stored in the gallbladder and released into the duodenum to emulsify dietary fats.

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