Exam 17: Nutrition During the Growing Years

In the U.S.,infant formula standards are set to match the nutrient composition of human milk as closely as possible.

Per pound of body weight,nutrient needs during adolescence are higher than during any other stage of the lifecycle.

Which foods are NOT likely to appeal to preschool children? (Check all that apply)

It is best to avoid serving cow's milk until the infant reaches the age of ________.

An infant may suffer from water intoxication when ________.

For normal-weight children,reduced-fat milk should be introduced into a child's diet ________.

Children with autism frequently have unusual eating behaviors.

Bribing children to eat a new food is a good way to help them discover new foods.

Except for pregnancy and lactation,the total quantities of nutrients and calories needed during ____ are greater than any other stage of the life cycle.

Which of these foods pose a choking hazard for infants and children? (Check all the apply)

Infants and children who do not grow at the expected rate for several months are more than likely experiencing ________.

If human milk or infant formula is not available,____ can provide a safe,nutritious alternative for infants.

Total calorie needs peak for females at about age ____.

The time to introduce solid foods to an infant's diet depends on his or her ________.

When a new food is introduced,the amount that should be served is ________.

Adding too much water to infant formula can be dangerous to the infant.

Over time,measurements of height,weight,and head circumference ________.

The physical changes of adolescence can cause teens to be dissatisfied with their bodies.

Compared to foremilk,hind milk has ________.

Fluoride supplements should be given to ________.