Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) Practice Exam

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What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) primarily associated with?

Insulin resistance
Ulceration of the mucosa lining in the intestines
Abdominal pain without inflammation
High blood cholesterol levels

The correct answer is: Ulceration of the mucosa lining in the intestines

The answer is correct because Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) primarily refers to chronic inflammation of the digestive tract, which often results in ulceration of the mucosa lining in the intestines. IBD encompasses conditions such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, both of which cause significant inflammation and can lead to ulceration of the intestinal lining. This inflammation can lead to various symptoms, including abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss, and malnutrition. Other options do not accurately represent the primary association with IBD. Insulin resistance is more commonly linked to metabolic disorders, not to IBD. Abdominal pain without inflammation does not characterize IBD, as the condition is marked by inflammation. Finally, while some individuals with IBD may experience changes in cholesterol levels, high blood cholesterol is not a defining characteristic of the disease itself.