Question 1

Hilary is a very busy 17-year-old girl. She attends school, plays competitive soccer, and has just started her first part-time job at a fast food restaurant. Lately, she has been eating at the restaurant because it is convenient; however, her parents know this is not healthy. Provide Hilary and her parents with a few tips to encourage healthy eating.

Accepted Answer

Hilary's parents should ensure they keep cut, cleaned, and packaged vegetables in an easy to grab location. They should have plenty of fresh fruit, nuts, and single serving yogourts and milk readily available. Hilary and her parents could also review the nutritional content of the foods available at the restaurant and identify healthier choices containing whole grains, vegetables, and healthier cheeses and meats.

Question 2

Quon is a three-years old boy who weighs 14 kg. Approximately, how much protein should he be consuming each day?

Accepted Answer

A)  11.2 grams
B)  11.9 grams
C)  13.3 grams
D)  15.4 grams C

Question 3

On average, humans experience a ________ increase in height during adolescence.

Accepted Answer

A)  10-20%
B)  20-25%
C)  25-35%
D)  35-45% B

Question 4

A parent complains to you that their toddler is a very fussy eater and they find it hard to get her to try new foods. What strategies could you suggest to help encourage the toddler to try new foods?

Accepted Answer

The answer of A parent complains to you that their...

Question 5

Discuss the change in obesity rates in Canadian children over the past 30 years. Should we be concerned about childhood obesity? Why or why not? What, if anything, would you recommend be done to curb the rates of childhood obesity?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss the change in obesity rates in...

Question 6

The Canadian Paediatric Society recommends that the intake of fruit juice be limited to ________ per day for children 1 to 6 years of age.

Accepted Answer

A)  90-110 mL/day
B)  120-160 mL/day
C)  180-220 mL/day
D)  240-275 mL/day

Question 7

Menarche is:

Accepted Answer

A)  the growth plates in bones.
B)  onset of menstruation.
C)  the onset of puberty.
D)  a growth spurt.

Question 8

Kylie is 13 years old and is participating in 30 minutes of moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity per day. According to the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines Kylie:

Accepted Answer

A)  is exceeding the minimum recommendation.
B)  is meeting the minimum recommendation.
C)  is not meeting the recommendation; she should get 45 minutes of exercise per day.
D)  is not meeting the recommendation; she should get 60 minutes of exercise per day.

Question 9

Approximately ________% of Canadian adolescents have an unhealthy body weight.

Accepted Answer

A)  9
B)  18
C)  29
D)  33

Question 10

Standing in line at the grocery store, you hear a parent say they aren't overly concerned about their child's teeth because they are only baby teeth and not their permanent teeth. How would you respond? What would you recommend?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Standing in line at the grocery store,...

Question 11

Body image plays an increasingly important role in food choices in which age group?

Accepted Answer

A)  infants
B)  toddlers
C)  preschoolers
D)  school-aged children

Question 12

________ is added to some municipal water supplies to promote healthy teeth formation.

Accepted Answer

A)  Fluoride
B)  Sodium
C)  Vitamin D
D)  Zinc

Question 13

The estimated energy requirement (EER)for toddlers is based on age, level of activity, and:

Accepted Answer

A)  body fat.
B)  body weight.
C)  genetics.
D)  gender.

Question 14

Leanne has twin sons who are two years of age. They boys are very picky eaters and Leanne is concerned about their health. She asks you for some information regarding nutrient recommendations for her sons. She also asks for some strategies she can use to encourage them to eat a healthy diet. Finally, she would like to know if it is a good idea to provide her sons with a daily multivitamin, multimineral supplement to ensure they meet their nutrient requirements. How would you respond to Leanne?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Leanne has twin sons who are two...

Question 15

For which of the following children should a multivitamin/mineral supplement be considered?

Accepted Answer

A)  a child who eats regular balanced meals
B)  a child who doesn't eat red meat
C)  a child who is a picky eater
D)  a child who exercises for 60 minutes a day

Question 16

The development of the ________ is particularly dependent on adequate consumption of fat during the toddler years.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

To better identify food allergens in toddlers it is recommended that:

Accepted Answer

A)  new foods are presented in combination and then single foods are eliminated to identify the allergen.
B)  peanuts and other tree nuts should not be given to any toddler.
C)  toddlers should not drink cow's milk.
D)  new foods should be presented one at a time and the toddler monitored for allergic reactions for a week.

Question 18

Acne is primarily caused by:

Accepted Answer

A)  eating chocolate.
B)  eating too much candy.
C)  hormonal changes.
D)  stress.

Question 19

At dinner one night, Danny's refuses to eat all of his meal with the exception of some plain pasta noodles. Danny's parents should:

Accepted Answer

A)  force him to eat his vegetables too.
B)  not worry; as long as they regularly offer him healthy foods he should be fine.
C)  be very concerned; he is likely to develop a nutrient deficiency.
D)  use chocolate cookies to bribe him to eat his entire meal.

Question 20

Until what age are the nutrient needs of young boys and girls the same?

Accepted Answer

A)  3 years
B)  5 years
C)  9 years
D)  puberty

Exam 17: Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Childhood and Adolescence