Question 1

Discuss some of the health problems that are associated with being overweight in childhood.

Accepted Answer

Overweight children are at higher risk o

Question 2

What are the current recommended fluid intakes for older adults? Discuss the importance of adequate fluid intake for older adults.

Accepted Answer

The AI for fluid is the same for older a

Question 3

Each day, toddlers should consume ________ cups of total beverages (including water).

Accepted Answer

A)  2 cups (500 mL) 
B)  4 cups (1000 mL) 
C)  6 cups (1500 mL) 
D)  8 cups (2000 mL) 
A)  2 cups (500 mL) 
B)  4 cups (1000 mL) 
C)  6 cups (1500 mL) 
D)  8 cups (2000 mL)

Question 4

The development of which system is particularly dependent on adequate consumption of fat during the toddler years?

Accepted Answer

A)  digestive 
B)  nervous 
C)  skeletal 
D)  urinary 
A)  digestive 
B)  nervous 
C)  skeletal 
D)  urinary

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT associated with developing toddlers' healthy eating habits?

Accepted Answer

A)  snacking between meals 
B)  small portion sizes 
C)  rewarding meal completion with dessert 
D)  including toddlers in food shopping and preparation 
A)  snacking between meals 
B)  small portion sizes 
C)  rewarding meal completion with dessert 
D)  including toddlers in food shopping and preparation

Question 6

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends the intake of fruit juice be limited to a maximum of how many millilitres per day for children 1 to 6 years of age?

Accepted Answer

A)  125 
B)  175 
C)  225 
D)  250 
A)  125 
B)  175 
C)  225 
D)  250

Question 7

What are some of the ways in which school attendance affects nutrition?

Accepted Answer

School attendance can affect a child's n

Question 8

Adolescent acne is caused by

Accepted Answer

A)  eating fatty foods. 
B)  hormonal changes. 
C)  lack of adequate fluid intake. 
D)  consumption of chocolate. 
A)  eating fatty foods. 
B)  hormonal changes. 
C)  lack of adequate fluid intake. 
D)  consumption of chocolate.

Question 9

A reduced production of gastric secretions often seen in older adults can result in

Accepted Answer

A)  a reduced absorption of calcium. 
B)  an increased absorption of vitamin C. 
C)  a reduced absorption of potassium. 
D)  a reduced absorption of vitamin B₁₂. 
A)  a reduced absorption of calcium. 
B)  an increased absorption of vitamin C. 
C)  a reduced absorption of potassium. 
D)  a reduced absorption of vitamin B₁₂.

Question 10

The growth spurt starts earlier in boys than in girls.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The fluid needs of adolescents are higher than those of children.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What are dental caries?

Accepted Answer

A)  juvenile teeth 
B)  cavities 
C)  spotting on tooth enamel 
D)  spaces left following the loss of teeth 
A)  juvenile teeth 
B)  cavities 
C)  spotting on tooth enamel 
D)  spaces left following the loss of teeth

Question 13

The RDA for ________ decreases with age for women.

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium 
B)  vitamin D 
C)  iron 
D)  vitamin C 
A)  calcium 
B)  vitamin D 
C)  iron 
D)  vitamin C

Question 14

Give two reasons for the AI for fibre for children of preschool age, and explain why this level is recommended.

Accepted Answer

The AI for fibre for children of prescho

Question 15

Parents should force their children to eat healthy foods to avoid obesity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Discuss the immediate and future health risks associated with cigarette smoking in adolescence.

Accepted Answer

Cigarette smoking diminishes appetite, c

Question 17

The nutrient needs of young boys and girls do not differ until about the age of 8 or 9 years.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT related to the increased iron needs in adolescence?

Accepted Answer

A)  Muscle mass increases. 
B)  Food choices are often inadequate in iron. 
C)  Iron is lost because of menstruation (in girls). 
D)  Iron utilization slows down. 
A)  Muscle mass increases. 
B)  Food choices are often inadequate in iron. 
C)  Iron is lost because of menstruation (in girls). 
D)  Iron utilization slows down.

Question 19

If a toddler is overweight, a practical approach would be to place him or her on a low-fat diet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following is associated with the premature closure of the epiphyseal plate?

Accepted Answer

A)  malnutrition 
B)  excessive calcium intake 
C)  obesity 
D)  reduced activity level 
A)  malnutrition 
B)  excessive calcium intake 
C)  obesity 
D)  reduced activity level

Exam 15: Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Childhood to Late Adulthood

Discuss some of the health problems that are associated with being overweight in childhood.

What are the current recommended fluid intakes for older adults? Discuss the importance of adequate fluid intake for older adults.

Each day, toddlers should consume ________ cups of total beverages (including water).

The development of which system is particularly dependent on adequate consumption of fat during the toddler years?

Which of the following is NOT associated with developing toddlers' healthy eating habits?

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends the intake of fruit juice be limited to a maximum of how many millilitres per day for children 1 to 6 years of age?

What are some of the ways in which school attendance affects nutrition?

Adolescent acne is caused by

A reduced production of gastric secretions often seen in older adults can result in

The growth spurt starts earlier in boys than in girls.

The fluid needs of adolescents are higher than those of children.

What are dental caries?

The RDA for ________ decreases with age for women.

Give two reasons for the AI for fibre for children of preschool age, and explain why this level is recommended.

Parents should force their children to eat healthy foods to avoid obesity.

Discuss the immediate and future health risks associated with cigarette smoking in adolescence.

The nutrient needs of young boys and girls do not differ until about the age of 8 or 9 years.

Which of the following is NOT related to the increased iron needs in adolescence?

If a toddler is overweight, a practical approach would be to place him or her on a low-fat diet.

Which of the following is associated with the premature closure of the epiphyseal plate?

The Role of Nutrition in Our Health

Designing a Healthful Diet

The Human Body: Are We Really What We Eat

Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients

Fats: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients

Proteins: Crucial Components of All Body Tissues

Nutrients Involved in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Nutrients Involved in Antioxidant Function

Nutrients Involved in Bone Health

Nutrients Involved in Energy Metabolism and Blood Health

Achieving and Maintaining a Healthful Body Weight

Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health

Food Safety and Technology: Impact on Consumers

Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Pregnancy and the First Year of Life

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cancer

cardiovascular Disease

diabetes

dietary Supplements: Necessity or Waste

disordered Eating

disorders Related to Specific Foods

the Fetal Environment: a Lasting Impression

fluid Imbalance

global Nutrition

obesity

osteoporosis

phytochemicals

searching for the Fountain of Youth

vitamins and Minerals: Micronutrients With Macro Powers

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