Question 1

The protein needs of an infant are about ___ as much per pound of body weight as adults.

Accepted Answer

A)  one-fourth 
B)  half 
C)  twice 
D)  three times 
A)  one-fourth 
B)  half 
C)  twice 
D)  three times

Question 2

What are the causes of failure to thrive?

Accepted Answer

A)  Physical problems 
B)  Poor infant-parent interactions 
C)  Inborn errors of metabolism 
D)  All of these choices are correct. 
E)  None of these choices are correct. 
A)  Physical problems 
B)  Poor infant-parent interactions 
C)  Inborn errors of metabolism 
D)  All of these choices are correct. 
E)  None of these choices are correct.

Question 3

What factor contributes to childhood obesity?

Accepted Answer

A)  TV watching or playing video games 
B)  Genetics 
C)  High-fat, high-energy snacks 
D)  Little physical activity 
E)  All of these choices are correct. 
A)  TV watching or playing video games 
B)  Genetics 
C)  High-fat, high-energy snacks 
D)  Little physical activity 
E)  All of these choices are correct.

Question 4

Fluoride supplements should be given to

Accepted Answer

A)  breastfed infants beginning at 1-month-old. 
B)  infants after 6 months of age if the home's water supply is not fluoridated. 
C)  all children until they begin using fluoride-containing toothpaste. 
D)  None of these choices are accurate. 
A)  breastfed infants beginning at 1-month-old. 
B)  infants after 6 months of age if the home's water supply is not fluoridated. 
C)  all children until they begin using fluoride-containing toothpaste. 
D)  None of these choices are accurate.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

An appropriate serving size of ground beef for a 5-year-old is

Accepted Answer

A)  5 tablespoons. 
B)  1/4 cup. 
C)  1/2 cup. 
D)  1 cup. 
A)  5 tablespoons. 
B)  1/4 cup. 
C)  1/2 cup. 
D)  1 cup.

Question 7

Milk allergies seldom last beyond 3 years of age.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

A)  12 grams 
B)  28 grams 
C)  38 grams 
D)  50 grams 
A)  12 grams 
B)  28 grams 
C)  38 grams 
D)  50 grams

Question 9

The first solid food usually introduced to the infant's diet is

Accepted Answer

A)  cow's milk. 
B)  strained fruits. 
C)  pureed meats. 
D)  iron-fortified infant cereals. 
A)  cow's milk. 
B)  strained fruits. 
C)  pureed meats. 
D)  iron-fortified infant cereals.

Question 10

Infant formula should be prepared with cold water.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

An advantage to infants of being breastfed is

Accepted Answer

A)  reduced risk for food allergies. 
B)  enhanced visual acuity and learning ability. 
C)  reduced risk for crooked teeth. 
D)  reduced risk for diarrhea. 
E)  All of these are advantages of breastfeeding for the infant. 
A)  reduced risk for food allergies. 
B)  enhanced visual acuity and learning ability. 
C)  reduced risk for crooked teeth. 
D)  reduced risk for diarrhea. 
E)  All of these are advantages of breastfeeding for the infant.

Question 12

How can you tell a breastfed infant is receiving adequate nourishment?

Accepted Answer

A)  The infant has 6 or more wet diapers daily. 
B)  Weight gain is normal. 
C)  The infant has 1 to 2 bowel movements daily that look like lumpy mustard. 
D)  All of these answers are correct. 
A)  The infant has 6 or more wet diapers daily. 
B)  Weight gain is normal. 
C)  The infant has 1 to 2 bowel movements daily that look like lumpy mustard. 
D)  All of these answers are correct.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

A)  5 
B)  15 
C)  25 
D)  35 
A)  5 
B)  15 
C)  25 
D)  35

Question 15

A baby should be burped

Accepted Answer

A)  every 2 to 3 minutes during feeding. 
B)  after giving 1 to 2 ounces of formula. 
C)  at the beginning of the feeding. 
D)  when the baby begins to spit up a bit of milk. 
A)  every 2 to 3 minutes during feeding. 
B)  after giving 1 to 2 ounces of formula. 
C)  at the beginning of the feeding. 
D)  when the baby begins to spit up a bit of milk.

Question 16

Which protein in human milk increases iron absorption?

Accepted Answer

A)  Casein 
B)  Lactalbumin 
C)  Lactoferrin 
D)  Bifidus factor 
A)  Casein 
B)  Lactalbumin 
C)  Lactoferrin 
D)  Bifidus factor

Question 17

Teens in the U.S.tend to consume far more calcium than needed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A child is considered underweight when

Accepted Answer

A)  BMI-for-age drops below the 25th percentile. 
B)  weight-for-age drops below the 10th percentile. 
C)  BMI-for-age drops below the 5th percentile. 
D)  stature-for-age drops below the 25th percentile and weight-for-age drops below the 10th percentile. 
A)  BMI-for-age drops below the 25th percentile. 
B)  weight-for-age drops below the 10th percentile. 
C)  BMI-for-age drops below the 5th percentile. 
D)  stature-for-age drops below the 25th percentile and weight-for-age drops below the 10th percentile.

Question 19

What is a likely nutritional problem of adolescent girls?

Accepted Answer

A)  Not drinking milk 
B)  Iron deficiency anemia 
C)  Frequent dieting 
D)  All of these choices are correct. 
A)  Not drinking milk 
B)  Iron deficiency anemia 
C)  Frequent dieting 
D)  All of these choices are correct.

Question 20

An appropriate serving size of carrots for a 3-year-old is

Accepted Answer

A)  3 teaspoons. 
B)  3 tablespoons. 
C)  1/3 cup. 
D)  2/3 cup. 
A)  3 teaspoons. 
B)  3 tablespoons. 
C)  1/3 cup. 
D)  2/3 cup.

The protein needs of an infant are about ___ as much per pound of body weight as adults.

What are the causes of failure to thrive?

What factor contributes to childhood obesity?

Fluoride supplements should be given to

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

An appropriate serving size of ground beef for a 5-year-old is

Milk allergies seldom last beyond 3 years of age.

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

The first solid food usually introduced to the infant's diet is

Infant formula should be prepared with cold water.

An advantage to infants of being breastfed is

How can you tell a breastfed infant is receiving adequate nourishment?

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

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

A baby should be burped

Which protein in human milk increases iron absorption?

Teens in the U.S.tend to consume far more calcium than needed.

A child is considered underweight when

What is a likely nutritional problem of adolescent girls?

An appropriate serving size of carrots for a 3-year-old is

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Exam 17: Nutrition During the Growing Years

The protein needs of an infant are about ___ as much per pound of body weight as adults.

What are the causes of failure to thrive?

What factor contributes to childhood obesity?

Fluoride supplements should be given to

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

An appropriate serving size of ground beef for a 5-year-old is

Milk allergies seldom last beyond 3 years of age.

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

The first solid food usually introduced to the infant's diet is

Infant formula should be prepared with cold water.

An advantage to infants of being breastfed is

How can you tell a breastfed infant is receiving adequate nourishment?

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

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

A baby should be burped

Which protein in human milk increases iron absorption?

Teens in the U.S.tend to consume far more calcium than needed.

A child is considered underweight when

What is a likely nutritional problem of adolescent girls?

An appropriate serving size of carrots for a 3-year-old is

The Science of Nutrition

Tools of a Healthy Diet

The Food Supply

Human Digestion and Absorption

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Protein

Alcohol

Energy Metabolism

Energy Balance,weight Control, Eating Disorders

Nutrition, exercise, and Sports

Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Nutritional Aspects of Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition Throughout Adulthood

Filters