Question 1

Which food is most appropriate for a 5-month-old infant?

Accepted Answer

A) Whole cow's milk 
B) Iron-fortified infant rice cereal 
C) Raw carrots 
D) Eggs 
A) Whole cow's milk 
B) Iron-fortified infant rice cereal 
C) Raw carrots 
D) Eggs B

Question 2

Summarize the current guidelines and recommendations for the treatment of childhood obesity?

Accepted Answer

In general,the plan is prevention-focused; however,treatment would include behavior change to reduce eating,the consumption of healthy foods to replace those with excessive fat and calories,and increasing activity.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

Which statement about childhood eating patterns is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) Much of what we choose to eat as adults depends on what we learned to eat as children. 
B) Children's eating habits will mirror those of their caregivers. 
C) Since children are sensitive to strong flavors,it is better to wait until they are 8 or 9 years old to try and establish good eating habits. 
D) Childhood eating habits can affect how healthy people will be as they age. 
A) Much of what we choose to eat as adults depends on what we learned to eat as children. 
B) Children's eating habits will mirror those of their caregivers. 
C) Since children are sensitive to strong flavors,it is better to wait until they are 8 or 9 years old to try and establish good eating habits. 
D) Childhood eating habits can affect how healthy people will be as they age.

Question 5

Which statement about heart disease risk in children is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Elevated cholesterol during childhood is associated with higher death rates from heart disease in adulthood. 
B) The recommended level for blood cholesterol in children is 100 mg/100 ml. 
C) Children's blood cholesterol is not considered high until it is 240 mg/ 100 ml. 
D) To avoid heart diseases,most fats in the diet should come from dairy products. 
A) Elevated cholesterol during childhood is associated with higher death rates from heart disease in adulthood. 
B) The recommended level for blood cholesterol in children is 100 mg/100 ml. 
C) Children's blood cholesterol is not considered high until it is 240 mg/ 100 ml. 
D) To avoid heart diseases,most fats in the diet should come from dairy products.

Question 6

What are the risks of taking performance enhancement drugs to build muscle mass for adolescents?

Accepted Answer

Many athletes experiment with anabolic s

Question 7

Feeding problems (e.g.not willing to try new foods)that may develop during the preschool years should be viewed by parents as:

Accepted Answer

A) normal/typical behavior for children that age. 
B) delayed motor skill development. 
C) a sign of impending food allergies. 
D) a sign of a serious metabolic disorder. 
A) normal/typical behavior for children that age. 
B) delayed motor skill development. 
C) a sign of impending food allergies. 
D) a sign of a serious metabolic disorder.

Question 8

Menarche refers to:

Accepted Answer

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 9

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 10

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 11

Which statement about the diets of American children is correct?

Accepted Answer

A) Most do not get enough sodium. 
B) Most do not get enough essential fats. 
C) Most get too much saturated fat. 
D) Most get too much calcium. 
A) Most do not get enough sodium. 
B) Most do not get enough essential fats. 
C) Most get too much saturated fat. 
D) Most get too much calcium.

Question 12

Describe the growth patterns during infancy,childhood and adolescence for both males and females.

Accepted Answer

During infancy,growth occurs very quickl

Question 13

Which of the following is a TRUE statement?

Accepted Answer

A) The rate of growth in the second year of infant life is greater than the rate of growth during the first year of life. 
B) Growth charts are used to determine an infant's energy requirements. 
C) Growth charts are used to predict ultimate adult weight and height of infants. 
D) Clinicians use growth charts to compare an infant's growth to standard growth patterns. 
A) The rate of growth in the second year of infant life is greater than the rate of growth during the first year of life. 
B) Growth charts are used to determine an infant's energy requirements. 
C) Growth charts are used to predict ultimate adult weight and height of infants. 
D) Clinicians use growth charts to compare an infant's growth to standard growth patterns.

Question 14

Describe the adolescent growth spurt and how it influences nutrient requirements for calcium,energy,iron,and zinc.

Accepted Answer

While energy needs surpass even those of

Question 15

Which of the following statements regarding iron in young children is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) Children between 4 and 8-years-of-age need more iron than adult men. 
B) Milk is an excellent source of iron. 
C) Iron supplements may be prescribed for anemia. 
D) Iron deficiency can cause learning deficits and lower resistance to infection. 
A) Children between 4 and 8-years-of-age need more iron than adult men. 
B) Milk is an excellent source of iron. 
C) Iron supplements may be prescribed for anemia. 
D) Iron deficiency can cause learning deficits and lower resistance to infection.

Question 16

What growth parameters are used to assess nutritional status in children? How do these parameters change in response to inadequate energy intake?

Accepted Answer

Typically,growth parameters are compared

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

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 18

Differentiate between a food intolerance and a food allergy.

Accepted Answer

A food intolerance generally involves a

Question 19

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 20

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.

Exam 15: Nutrition From Infancy to Adolescence

Which food is most appropriate for a 5-month-old infant?

Summarize the current guidelines and recommendations for the treatment of childhood obesity?

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

Which statement about childhood eating patterns is FALSE?

Which statement about heart disease risk in children is true?

What are the risks of taking performance enhancement drugs to build muscle mass for adolescents?

Feeding problems (e.g.not willing to try new foods)that may develop during the preschool years should be viewed by parents as:

Menarche refers to:

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

Which statement about lactose intolerance is correct?

Which statement about the diets of American children is correct?

Describe the growth patterns during infancy,childhood and adolescence for both males and females.

Which of the following is a TRUE statement?

Describe the adolescent growth spurt and how it influences nutrient requirements for calcium,energy,iron,and zinc.

Which of the following statements regarding iron in young children is FALSE?

What growth parameters are used to assess nutritional status in children? How do these parameters change in response to inadequate energy intake?

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

Differentiate between a food intolerance and a food allergy.

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

Which of the following statements about smoking is FALSE?

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