Question 1

What recovery methods are used by food recovery programs such as Feeding America (formerly America's Second Harvest) to minimize the loss of edible food each year?

Accepted Answer

-Field gleaning - gathering up leftover

Question 2

The US National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has compiled reference standards into growth charts, which indicate expected growth for well-nourished infants, children, and adolescents

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

A _______________ is a program that prepares and serves meals to those in need

Accepted Answer

The answer of A _______________ is a program that prepares...

Question 4

What percentage of the deaths of infants and young children in the world are caused, in part, by malnutrition?

Accepted Answer

A) 20 
B) 40 
C) 60 
D) 80 
A) 20 
B) 40 
C) 60 
D) 80

Question 5

Popcorn, peanuts, hot dogs, and hard candy should be avoided during the 1st year of life because:

Accepted Answer

A) they are high in fat and/or sugar. 
B) they pose a risk for choking. 
C) those pose a risk for food allergy. 
D) they pose a foodborne illness risk. 
A) they are high in fat and/or sugar. 
B) they pose a risk for choking. 
C) those pose a risk for food allergy. 
D) they pose a foodborne illness risk.

Question 6

With age, the sensation of thirst is not affected

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

How often should foods rich in essential fatty acids be consumed during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A) Once per week 
B) Several times per week 
C) Several times per month 
D) Once per month 
A) Once per week 
B) Several times per week 
C) Several times per month 
D) Once per month

Question 8

The first time a female menstruates is referred to as _______________

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

Poverty rates are highest among which of the following groups?

Accepted Answer

A) Single-parent families 
B) Middle-aged women 
C) Minorities 
D) Poorly educated 
A) Single-parent families 
B) Middle-aged women 
C) Minorities 
D) Poorly educated

Question 10

Food insecurity refers to what households or individuals experience when food availability is limited or when access to food is uncertain

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The _____ provide(s) low-income children with nutritious meals for free or at reduced cost

Accepted Answer

A) Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) 
B) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program 
C) Meals on Wheels Association of America (MOWA
A)  
D) National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs 
A) Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) 
B) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program 
C) Meals on Wheels Association of America (MOWA
A)  
D) National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs

Question 12

What percentage of children (6 to 11 years of age) are at or above the 95th percentile for BMI?

Accepted Answer

A) 10 
B) 12 
C) 15 
D) 17 
A) 10 
B) 12 
C) 15 
D) 17

Question 13

What types of programs work to collect and distribute food that otherwise would be wasted or discarded?

Accepted Answer

A) Food redistribution programs 
B) Food recovery programs 
C) Food collection programs 
D) Food bank programs 
A) Food redistribution programs 
B) Food recovery programs 
C) Food collection programs 
D) Food bank programs

Question 14

The protein content of human milk is _____ compared to cow's milk

Accepted Answer

A) lower 
B) the same 
C) higher 
A) lower 
B) the same 
C) higher

Question 15

What hormone stimulates the secretory cells in the mammary gland to synthesize milk?

Accepted Answer

A) Estrogen 
B) Progesterone 
C) Prolactin 
D) Oxytocin 
A) Estrogen 
B) Progesterone 
C) Prolactin 
D) Oxytocin

Question 16

Shelly has been breastfeeding for almost 9 months How many kcalories does she currently need to consume each day, if her energy needs were 2400 kcal/day prior to pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

A) 2660 
B) 2730 
C) 2800 
D) 2900 
A) 2660 
B) 2730 
C) 2800 
D) 2900

Question 17

How can malnutrition harm whole societies?

Accepted Answer

A malnourished child will grow up to be

Question 18

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 19

Based on the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, parents are encouraged to make sure that their children are involved in how many minutes of physical activity daily or most days of the week?

Accepted Answer

A) 30 
B) 45 
C) 60 
D) 90 
A) 30 
B) 45 
C) 60 
D) 90

Question 20

How many weeks are included in the first trimester?

Accepted Answer

A) 10 
B) 11 
C) 12 
D) 13 
A) 10 
B) 11 
C) 12 
D) 13

What recovery methods are used by food recovery programs such as Feeding America (formerly America's Second Harvest) to minimize the loss of edible food each year?

The US National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has compiled reference standards into growth charts, which indicate expected growth for well-nourished infants, children, and adolescents

A _______________ is a program that prepares and serves meals to those in need

What percentage of the deaths of infants and young children in the world are caused, in part, by malnutrition?

Popcorn, peanuts, hot dogs, and hard candy should be avoided during the 1st year of life because:

With age, the sensation of thirst is not affected

How often should foods rich in essential fatty acids be consumed during pregnancy?

The first time a female menstruates is referred to as _______________

Poverty rates are highest among which of the following groups?

Food insecurity refers to what households or individuals experience when food availability is limited or when access to food is uncertain

The _____ provide(s) low-income children with nutritious meals for free or at reduced cost

What percentage of children (6 to 11 years of age) are at or above the 95th percentile for BMI?

What types of programs work to collect and distribute food that otherwise would be wasted or discarded?

The protein content of human milk is _____ compared to cow's milk

What hormone stimulates the secretory cells in the mammary gland to synthesize milk?

Shelly has been breastfeeding for almost 9 months How many kcalories does she currently need to consume each day, if her energy needs were 2400 kcal/day prior to pregnancy?

How can malnutrition harm whole societies?

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

Based on the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, parents are encouraged to make sure that their children are involved in how many minutes of physical activity daily or most days of the week?

How many weeks are included in the first trimester?

The Science of Nutrition

Nutritional Assessment and Dietary 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

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Exam 14: Life Cycle Nutrition

What recovery methods are used by food recovery programs such as Feeding America (formerly America's Second Harvest) to minimize the loss of edible food each year?

The US National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) has compiled reference standards into growth charts, which indicate expected growth for well-nourished infants, children, and adolescents

A _______________ is a program that prepares and serves meals to those in need

What percentage of the deaths of infants and young children in the world are caused, in part, by malnutrition?

Popcorn, peanuts, hot dogs, and hard candy should be avoided during the 1st year of life because:

With age, the sensation of thirst is not affected

How often should foods rich in essential fatty acids be consumed during pregnancy?

The first time a female menstruates is referred to as _______________

Poverty rates are highest among which of the following groups?

Food insecurity refers to what households or individuals experience when food availability is limited or when access to food is uncertain

The _____ provide(s) low-income children with nutritious meals for free or at reduced cost

What percentage of children (6 to 11 years of age) are at or above the 95th percentile for BMI?

What types of programs work to collect and distribute food that otherwise would be wasted or discarded?

The protein content of human milk is _____ compared to cow's milk

What hormone stimulates the secretory cells in the mammary gland to synthesize milk?

Shelly has been breastfeeding for almost 9 months How many kcalories does she currently need to consume each day, if her energy needs were 2400 kcal/day prior to pregnancy?

How can malnutrition harm whole societies?

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

Based on the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, parents are encouraged to make sure that their children are involved in how many minutes of physical activity daily or most days of the week?

How many weeks are included in the first trimester?

The Science of Nutrition

Nutritional Assessment and Dietary 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