Question 1

As compared to children that do eat breakfast,those that do NOT:

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A) have less emotional and behavioral problems. 
B) are more likely to be hyperactive. 
C) are less likely to be absent or tardy. 
D) perform better academically. 
A) have less emotional and behavioral problems. 
B) are more likely to be hyperactive. 
C) are less likely to be absent or tardy. 
D) perform better academically.

Question 2

Low income children are more likely to have elevated levels of lead in their blood because:

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A) they are more likely to live in older buildings with lead paint. 
B) they have lower IQs. 
C) they are less likely to have their blood levels checked. 
D) their parents do not provide proper guidance. 
A) they are more likely to live in older buildings with lead paint. 
B) they have lower IQs. 
C) they are less likely to have their blood levels checked. 
D) their parents do not provide proper guidance.

Question 3

Which of the following nutrients is most likely to be deficient in a vegetarian diet?

Accepted Answer

A) Iron 
B) Complex carbohydrates 
C) Vitamin C 
D) Potassium 
A) Iron 
B) Complex carbohydrates 
C) Vitamin C 
D) Potassium

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT age-appropriate for a 9-month-old infant?

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A) Bananas 
B) Cheerios 
C) Whole cow's milk 
D) Crackers 
A) Bananas 
B) Cheerios 
C) Whole cow's milk 
D) Crackers

Question 5

Menarche refers to:

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A) the onset of menstruation. 
B) a period in life characterized by rapid growth. 
C) the development of secondary sex characteristics. 
D) irregularities in the menstrual cycle. 
A) the onset of menstruation. 
B) a period in life characterized by rapid growth. 
C) the development of secondary sex characteristics. 
D) irregularities in the menstrual cycle.

Question 6

Studies have found a positive relationship between hours spent watching television and obesity.How can television influence a child's weight?

Accepted Answer

Television can influence a child's weigh

Question 7

School lunches must provide approximately _____ % of the RDA for protein,energy,vitamins A and C,iron and calcium.

Accepted Answer

A) 10 
B) 25 
C) 33 
D) 50 
A) 10 
B) 25 
C) 33 
D) 50

Question 8

For teens,protein requirements reach the adult recommendation by what age?

Accepted Answer

A) 13 
B) 15 
C) 17 
D) 19 
A) 13 
B) 15 
C) 17 
D) 19

Question 9

All of the following contribute to the increase in energy consumption in American children over the last 25 years EXCEPT:

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A) eating more meals away from home. 
B) larger portion sizes. 
C) more snacking. 
D) consumption of low fat diets,which do not provide satiety,so children eat more. 
A) eating more meals away from home. 
B) larger portion sizes. 
C) more snacking. 
D) consumption of low fat diets,which do not provide satiety,so children eat more.

Question 10

Issues faced by obese children include all of the following EXCEPT:

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A) shorter terminal height. 
B) diabetes. 
C) discrimination. 
D) hypertension. 
A) shorter terminal height. 
B) diabetes. 
C) discrimination. 
D) hypertension.

Question 11

Which statement about lactose intolerance is correct?

Accepted Answer

A) It is a food allergy. 
B) It is an allergic reaction to milk proteins. 
C) It as classified as a food intolerance. 
D) All of these are correct. 
A) It is a food allergy. 
B) It is an allergic reaction to milk proteins. 
C) It as classified as a food intolerance. 
D) All of these are correct.

Question 12

Which of the following can help to decrease the risk of developing a food allergy?

Accepted Answer

A) Breast feeding 
B) Formula feeding 
C) Early introduction of solid foods (around 2 months of age) 
D) Positioning infants on their backs while sleeping 
A) Breast feeding 
B) Formula feeding 
C) Early introduction of solid foods (around 2 months of age) 
D) Positioning infants on their backs while sleeping

Question 13

From a nutritional perspective,as the typical American child gets older,the quality of the diet:

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A) improves. 
B) improves by consuming fewer sugars,but worsens by consuming more fat. 
C) worsens as they eat less fruit and drink less milk. 
D) worsens as they eat less meat. 
A) improves. 
B) improves by consuming fewer sugars,but worsens by consuming more fat. 
C) worsens as they eat less fruit and drink less milk. 
D) worsens as they eat less meat.

Question 14

Over the last 25 years,children's intake of ________________ has increased.

Accepted Answer

A) sweetened beverages 
B) vegetables 
C) eggs 
D) grains 
A) sweetened beverages 
B) vegetables 
C) eggs 
D) grains

Question 15

Which of the following statements about smoking is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) Smoking increases the risk of heart disease and lung cancer. 
B) Many teens start smoking to promote weight loss. 
C) Smokers have an increased requirement for vitamin C. 
D) It has been shown that smokers do not gain weight in the first year after quitting. 
A) Smoking increases the risk of heart disease and lung cancer. 
B) Many teens start smoking to promote weight loss. 
C) Smokers have an increased requirement for vitamin C. 
D) It has been shown that smokers do not gain weight in the first year after quitting.

Question 16

Of the following,the strongest relationship exists between childhood obesity and:

Accepted Answer

A) skipping breakfast. 
B) the amount of time children watch television. 
C) birth order (oldest versus youngest). 
D) participation in the school lunch program. 
A) skipping breakfast. 
B) the amount of time children watch television. 
C) birth order (oldest versus youngest). 
D) participation in the school lunch program.

Question 17

Lead poisoning is more dangerous for children than adults because:

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A) children do not excrete it as efficiently. 
B) children are closer to the sources of lead since they are shorter. 
C) children absorb lead more efficiently. 
D) All of these are correct. 
A) children do not excrete it as efficiently. 
B) children are closer to the sources of lead since they are shorter. 
C) children absorb lead more efficiently. 
D) All of these are correct.

Question 18

What criteria is used to assess weight in children? What are the recommended approaches for weight management in obese children? What advice do you have for parents who are concerned about their child's weight?

Accepted Answer

The criteria used to assess weight in ch

Question 19

Which statement about vegetarians is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) Vegetarians are more likely to get sufficient fruits and vegetables than non-vegetarians. 
B) Vegetarian diets are automatically healthy since they only contain healthy foods. 
C) Vegetarian diets must be carefully planned. 
D) A well planned vegetarian diet can meet all the nutrient needs of children. 
A) Vegetarians are more likely to get sufficient fruits and vegetables than non-vegetarians. 
B) Vegetarian diets are automatically healthy since they only contain healthy foods. 
C) Vegetarian diets must be carefully planned. 
D) A well planned vegetarian diet can meet all the nutrient needs of children.

Question 20

What factors have contributed to the increased incidence of childhood obesity in the United States?

Accepted Answer

There are several factors that have cont

Exam 15: Nutrition From Infancy to Adolescence

As compared to children that do eat breakfast,those that do NOT:

Low income children are more likely to have elevated levels of lead in their blood because:

Which of the following nutrients is most likely to be deficient in a vegetarian diet?

Which of the following is NOT age-appropriate for a 9-month-old infant?

Menarche refers to:

Studies have found a positive relationship between hours spent watching television and obesity.How can television influence a child's weight?

School lunches must provide approximately _____ % of the RDA for protein,energy,vitamins A and C,iron and calcium.

For teens,protein requirements reach the adult recommendation by what age?

All of the following contribute to the increase in energy consumption in American children over the last 25 years EXCEPT:

Issues faced by obese children include all of the following EXCEPT:

Which statement about lactose intolerance is correct?

Which of the following can help to decrease the risk of developing a food allergy?

From a nutritional perspective,as the typical American child gets older,the quality of the diet:

Over the last 25 years,children's intake of ________________ has increased.

Which of the following statements about smoking is FALSE?

Of the following,the strongest relationship exists between childhood obesity and:

Lead poisoning is more dangerous for children than adults because:

What criteria is used to assess weight in children? What are the recommended approaches for weight management in obese children? What advice do you have for parents who are concerned about their child's weight?

Which statement about vegetarians is FALSE?

What factors have contributed to the increased incidence of childhood obesity in the United States?

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Nutrition Guidelines: Applying the Science of Nutrition

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Carbohydrates: Sugars, Starches, and Fiber

Lipids: Triglycerides, Phospholipids, and Cholesterol

Proteins and Amino Acids

Energy Balance and Weight Management

The Water-Soluble Vitamins

The Fat-Soluble Vitamins

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Major Minerals and Bone Health

The Trace Minerals

Nutrition and Physical Activity

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Lactation

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