Question 1

Which substance in human milk enhances the absorption of iron and protects the infant from certain infectious diseases?

Accepted Answer

A) Vitamin C 
B) Lactoferrin 
C) Transferrin 
D) Hemosiderin 
A) Vitamin C 
B) Lactoferrin 
C) Transferrin 
D) Hemosiderin

Question 2

_______________ is an inflammation of the mucosal membrane lining the stomach that can reduce the number of cells that produce gastric secretions.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______________ is an inflammation of the mucosal...

Question 3

What is the maximum amount of juice recommended per day for older infants?

Accepted Answer

A) 4-6 ounces per day 
B) 4-8 ounces per day 
C) 6-8 ounces per day 
D) 6-10 ounces per day 
A) 4-6 ounces per day 
B) 4-8 ounces per day 
C) 6-8 ounces per day 
D) 6-10 ounces per day

Question 4

What role do the parents play in developing healthy eating behaviors in their children? What role does the child play?

Accepted Answer

Most experts agree that parents should p

Question 5

How much weight should women of normal weight gain during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A) 15-25 pounds 
B) 20-35 pounds 
C) 25-35 pounds 
D) 28-40 pounds 
A) 15-25 pounds 
B) 20-35 pounds 
C) 25-35 pounds 
D) 28-40 pounds

Question 6

A baby was born at 38 weeks of gestation, weighing 3 lbs 8 oz. The baby was:

Accepted Answer

A) considered low birth weight. 
B) born prematurely. 
C) normal for gestational age. 
D) large for gestational age. 
A) considered low birth weight. 
B) born prematurely. 
C) normal for gestational age. 
D) large for gestational age.

Question 7

How many kcalories should pregnant women consume over and above their regular diet during the second trimester?

Accepted Answer

A) ~150 
B) ~250 
C) ~350 
D) ~450 
A) ~150 
B) ~250 
C) ~350 
D) ~450

Question 8

Shelly was following a low-carbohydrate (25 grams CHO/day) diet for weight loss prior to conceiving, and now that she is pregnant she knows that she has to eat more. How many more grams of carbohydrate should Shelly plan to eat per day?

Accepted Answer

A) 100 
B) 125 
C) 150 
D) 175 
A) 100 
B) 125 
C) 150 
D) 175

Question 9

The first time a female menstruates is referred to as _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The first time a female menstruates is...

Question 10

The length of the pregnancy is called:

Accepted Answer

A) gestation. 
B) periconceptual period. 
C) critical period. 
D) None of the above 
A) gestation. 
B) periconceptual period. 
C) critical period. 
D) None of the above

Question 11

How much weight should overweight women gain during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A) 15-25 pounds 
B) 20-35 pounds 
C) 25-35 pounds 
D) 28-40 pounds 
A) 15-25 pounds 
B) 20-35 pounds 
C) 25-35 pounds 
D) 28-40 pounds

Question 12

Which fatty acid plays an important role in brain and eye development during infancy?

Accepted Answer

A) EPA 
B) SFA 
C) DHA 
D) EFA 
A) EPA 
B) SFA 
C) DHA 
D) EFA

Question 13

Shelly is consuming ~2400 kcalories per day to meet her energy needs now that she is pregnant. How many grams of fat should she consume to meet her recommended intake?

Accepted Answer

A) 33-73 
B) 43-83 
C) 53-93 
D) 63-103 
A) 33-73 
B) 43-83 
C) 53-93 
D) 63-103

Question 14

How many micrograms of folate should a woman of child-bearing age consume as a supplement or in fortified foods in addition to consuming folate naturally in her diet?

Accepted Answer

A) 200 
B) 400 
C) 600 
D) 800 
A) 200 
B) 400 
C) 600 
D) 800

Question 15

The first trimester includes the:

Accepted Answer

A) entire embryonic period only. 
B) entire embryonic period and part of the fetal period. 
C) entire embryonic period and fetal period. 
D) entire fetal period. 
A) entire embryonic period only. 
B) entire embryonic period and part of the fetal period. 
C) entire embryonic period and fetal period. 
D) entire fetal period.

Question 16

Why is maternal cigarette smoking harmful to a pregnant woman's developing fetus?

Accepted Answer

A) It causes dilation of the blood vessels 
B) It deposits tar in the fetus's lungs 
C) It reduces blood flow to the fetus 
D) It delays detachment of the placenta 
A) It causes dilation of the blood vessels 
B) It deposits tar in the fetus's lungs 
C) It reduces blood flow to the fetus 
D) It delays detachment of the placenta

Question 17

What are substances that disrupt the normal course of cell growth and development called?

Accepted Answer

A) Anatogens 
B) Caratogens 
C) Teratogens 
D) Seratogens 
A) Anatogens 
B) Caratogens 
C) Teratogens 
D) Seratogens

Question 18

Growth and development affect:

Accepted Answer

A) body size. 
B) body composition. 
C) nutrient and energy requirements. 
D) a and c 
E) All of the above 
A) body size. 
B) body composition. 
C) nutrient and energy requirements. 
D) a and c 
E) All of the above

Question 19

As a result of rapid growth and development associated with adolescence, the RDA for calcium during late adolescence has been set at:

Accepted Answer

A) 1000 mg/day. 
B) 1100 mg/day. 
C) 1200 mg/day. 
D) 1300 mg/day. 
A) 1000 mg/day. 
B) 1100 mg/day. 
C) 1200 mg/day. 
D) 1300 mg/day.

Question 20

Shelly just found out she is pregnant and is 5’4” and weighs 185 lbs. How many pounds should Shelly weigh at most when she delivers if she gains the recommended amount of weight based on her starting weight?

Accepted Answer

A) 205 lbs. 
B) 215 lbs. 
C) 225 lbs. 
D) 230 lbs. 
A) 205 lbs. 
B) 215 lbs. 
C) 225 lbs. 
D) 230 lbs.

Which substance in human milk enhances the absorption of iron and protects the infant from certain infectious diseases?

_______________ is an inflammation of the mucosal membrane lining the stomach that can reduce the number of cells that produce gastric secretions.

What is the maximum amount of juice recommended per day for older infants?

What role do the parents play in developing healthy eating behaviors in their children? What role does the child play?

How much weight should women of normal weight gain during pregnancy?

A baby was born at 38 weeks of gestation, weighing 3 lbs 8 oz. The baby was:

How many kcalories should pregnant women consume over and above their regular diet during the second trimester?

Shelly was following a low-carbohydrate (25 grams CHO/day) diet for weight loss prior to conceiving, and now that she is pregnant she knows that she has to eat more. How many more grams of carbohydrate should Shelly plan to eat per day?

The first time a female menstruates is referred to as _______________.

The length of the pregnancy is called:

How much weight should overweight women gain during pregnancy?

Which fatty acid plays an important role in brain and eye development during infancy?

Shelly is consuming ~2400 kcalories per day to meet her energy needs now that she is pregnant. How many grams of fat should she consume to meet her recommended intake?

How many micrograms of folate should a woman of child-bearing age consume as a supplement or in fortified foods in addition to consuming folate naturally in her diet?

The first trimester includes the:

Why is maternal cigarette smoking harmful to a pregnant woman's developing fetus?

What are substances that disrupt the normal course of cell growth and development called?

Growth and development affect:

As a result of rapid growth and development associated with adolescence, the RDA for calcium during late adolescence has been set at:

Shelly just found out she is pregnant and is 5’4” and weighs 185 lbs. How many pounds should Shelly weigh at most when she delivers if she gains the recommended amount of weight based on her starting weight?

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Exam 14: Life Cycle Nutrition

Which substance in human milk enhances the absorption of iron and protects the infant from certain infectious diseases?

_______________ is an inflammation of the mucosal membrane lining the stomach that can reduce the number of cells that produce gastric secretions.

What is the maximum amount of juice recommended per day for older infants?

What role do the parents play in developing healthy eating behaviors in their children? What role does the child play?

How much weight should women of normal weight gain during pregnancy?

A baby was born at 38 weeks of gestation, weighing 3 lbs 8 oz. The baby was:

How many kcalories should pregnant women consume over and above their regular diet during the second trimester?

Shelly was following a low-carbohydrate (25 grams CHO/day) diet for weight loss prior to conceiving, and now that she is pregnant she knows that she has to eat more. How many more grams of carbohydrate should Shelly plan to eat per day?

The first time a female menstruates is referred to as _______________.

The length of the pregnancy is called:

How much weight should overweight women gain during pregnancy?

Which fatty acid plays an important role in brain and eye development during infancy?

Shelly is consuming ~2400 kcalories per day to meet her energy needs now that she is pregnant. How many grams of fat should she consume to meet her recommended intake?

How many micrograms of folate should a woman of child-bearing age consume as a supplement or in fortified foods in addition to consuming folate naturally in her diet?

The first trimester includes the:

Why is maternal cigarette smoking harmful to a pregnant woman's developing fetus?

What are substances that disrupt the normal course of cell growth and development called?

Growth and development affect:

As a result of rapid growth and development associated with adolescence, the RDA for calcium during late adolescence has been set at:

Shelly just found out she is pregnant and is 5’4” and weighs 185 lbs. How many pounds should Shelly weigh at most when she delivers if she gains the recommended amount of weight based on her starting weight?

The Science of Nutrition

Nutritional Assessmendietary Planning

Chemical, Biological, and Physiological Aspects of Nutrition

Carbohydrates

Protein

Lipids

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance and Body Weight Regulation

Physical Activity and Health

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

The Major Minerals and Water

The Trace Minerals

Filters