Exam 17: Nutrition During the Growing Years

When adolescence ends,both males and females weigh _____% more than when they entered this life stage.

Which protein in human milk increases iron absorption?

Instead of a double cheeseburger from a fast food restaurant for lunch,the hungry adolescent could make a healthier choice by choosing ____ instead.

"Catch up" growth is possible after the epiphyses have closed.

Which is a good indicator of long-term nutritional status?

By the age of _____ years,body water levels are similar to those of adults.

About how much protein should a 24-pound (i.e.,11.0 kg),2-year-old be consuming each day?

What percent of calories should total fat make up in an infant's diet?

When serving a food for the first time to an infant,________.

Infant formula should be prepared with cold water.

High-protein diets are not good for infants ________.

When is an infant likely to need supplemental water?

Iron deficiency anemia is most likely to occur ________.

An infant's nutrient stores are exhausted by the time the infant has gained 3 pounds.

What do preschool children like to eat?

Throughout the adolescent years,both males and females gain about ____% of their adult height.

To help children develop good nutritional habits,________.

The preschool years are characterized by ________.

The growth percentile curve a child follows depends ONLY on his/her genetic potential.

Children should be screened for elevated blood cholesterol if their families have histories of early development of heart disease.